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Mercedes GLE vs VW Tiguan comparison
Compare performance (634 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (136,500 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or VW Tiguan?
Mercedes GLE vs VW Tiguan: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
VW Tiguan is considerably cheaper – starting at 33,600 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 136,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 102,908 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes GLE with 3.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.
As for electric range, the VW Tiguan offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 126 km, about 34 km more than the Mercedes GLE.
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Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLE offers clearly more power – delivering 634 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 362 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLE is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.9 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLE delivers considerably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 450 Nm more.
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Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, VW Tiguan is clearly lighter – 1,599 kg compared to 2,375 kg. The difference is around 776 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers barely more boot space – 655 L compared to 652 L. That’s a difference of about 3 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries noticeably more – 675 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 142 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Tiguan is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
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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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VW Tiguan
The VW Tiguan is a calm, family‑first compact SUV that impresses with cavernous rear room, a versatile boot and sofa‑like seats that make motorway miles feel effortless, while its revamped infotainment is quicker and cleaner than before. It does demand a healthy budget and some compromises — the cabin leans heavily on touch controls for climate and the limited rear child‑seat anchoring and wide mirrors can frustrate buyers who prize simplicity or maximal flexibility.
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Mercedes GLE
VW Tiguan
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
136,500 - 175,800 £
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Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 12.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
89 - 92 km
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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co2
86 - 284 g/km
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co2
32 - 190 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
45 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,375 - 2,800 kg
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Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
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Trunk capacity
490 - 655 L
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Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
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Length
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Length
4,539 mm
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Width
1,947 mm
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Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,658 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
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Payload
470 - 675 kg
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Payload
460 - 533 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
457 - 634 HP
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Power HP
130 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
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Torque
520 - 850 Nm
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Torque
220 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
336 - 466 kW
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Power kW
96 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
2,999 - 3,982 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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