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Mercedes GLE vs Toyota Yaris Cross – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Mercedes GLE or Toyota Yaris Cross fits your lifestyle better.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Toyota Yaris Cross has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23700 £, while the Mercedes GLE costs 76300 £. That’s a price difference of around 52579 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLE manages with 2 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Toyota Yaris Cross with 4.50 L. The difference is about 2.50 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLE has a significantly edge – offering 634 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 504 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLE is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Toyota Yaris Cross takes 10.70 s. That’s about 6.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLE performs noticeable better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Toyota Yaris Cross tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 110 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Toyota Yaris Cross is convincingly lighter – 1180 kg compared to 2310 kg. The difference is around 1130 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers evident more room – 655 L compared to 397 L. That’s a difference of about 258 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLE performs convincingly better – up to 2055 L, which is about 958 L more than the Toyota Yaris Cross.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLE evident takes the win – 705 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 195 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes GLE proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes GLE is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £76,300
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Mercedes GLE

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 289 - 634 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2 - 12.5 L
  • Electric Range : 89 - 114 km

Mercedes GLE

The Mercedes GLE blends luxurious comfort with a confident road presence, wrapping tech and refinement in an SUV shape that still knows how to behave on a twisty back road. Inside it's plush and quiet, with clever storage and driver aids that make long trips effortless — plus the badge gives it that easy-to-respect curb appeal.

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Toyota Yaris Cross

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The Toyota Yaris Cross takes the jaunty personality of the Yaris and gives it a taller stance and a bit more practicality, so you get city-friendly agility with added SUV presence. It’s easy to live with, economical on the daily grind, and smartly packaged — a sensible pick for buyers who want fuss-free transport with a touch of character.

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Mercedes GLE
Toyota Yaris Cross
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Costs and Consumption

Price
76300 - 175800 £
Price
23700 - 34300 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 12.5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
89 - 114 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
24.8 - 25 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
53 - 284 g/km
co2
101 - 108 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 85 L
Fuel tank capacity
36 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2310 - 2800 kg
Curb weight
1180 - 1290 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 655 L
Trunk capacity
320 - 397 L
Length
4924 - 4961 mm
Length
4180 mm
Width
1947 mm
Width
1765 mm
Height
1716 - 1797 mm
Height
1595 mm
Max trunk capacity
1645 - 2055 L
Max trunk capacity
1097 L
Payload
460 - 705 kg
Payload
485 - 510 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
289 - 634 HP
Power HP
116 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
210 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
170 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
213 - 466 kW
Power kW
85 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1993 - 3982 cm3
Engine capacity
1490 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
What drive types are available for the Mercedes GLE?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.