GLE all the way, just bought a GLE450E, best decision ever. Beats any other suv out of the water in terms of comfort, luxury, and interior cabin space. Leg room in second row especially is simply unmatched
Traded my 22 X5 M50 for a 25 GLE 53 AMG. Power and handle go to X5. EVERYTHING else goes to the GLE. Seats, space, stereo, interface, massage seats, cooled seats actually work. Etc
The only thing that turns me away from buying either of these two vehicles is simply the interiors and the overreliance on screens. I can understand having some functions on a screen, but having little to no buttons on the center console in any modern BMW or Mercedes is just baffling to me. You'd think I'd approve of this as someone in the 20s, but not even remotely. As for the designs, the design of the X5 used in this video looks like it has a stuffy nose so I would go with the likes of the X5 M60i. The GLE also looks handsome as well.
@@ks-vq5er Not a new BMW or Merc that's for sure. But if I were to buy a modern car based on the interior would be the Genesis GV80 or GV80 Coupe. I know it too has a large screen, but it also has the climate controls in a separate panel along with some dials. Plus, I find the interior of the GV80 Coupe to be more cozy while also still being sporty, especially with the tan and green interior.
Three of my favorite things: 1. Tailgate 2. Engine: Performance to efficiency ratio (I get 0-60 in 4.8 while having 29 mpg on freeway at 75 mph) 3. BMW chassis dynamics (even standard active suspension is awesome)
My dad cross-shopped both of these, X5 is so much better, GLE can’t even compare, we ordered a fully loaded X5 last month and it’s coming next month, if you go X5 40i, the M Sport Pkg is def a must have
You compared multiple different trims on the GLE to the base non-Msport X5. Not a fair comparison. The X5 with m-sport and fat 22” wheels is much more planted. Those rears are 315s.
I love the simple understated lines of the GLE. It makes it look luxurious, aerodynamic, and timeless. The only exterior design element I like from the BMW is the large chrome kidney grill. Interior-wise, hands down it is the GLE. It looks more integrated and layout is uncluttered.
Both are very nice but Mercedes pricing has gotten out of control. I applaud BMW for having superior wheel designs and features like Digital Key/Key Card, cornering LED lights, lighted exterior door handles and the Bowers & Wilkins Diamond audio. All GLE variants only have the base 13 speaker Burmester which a lot of owners have complained about the lack of bass. Even a fully loaded AMG GLE 53 is now more expensive than an X5 M60i with a V8. And the running boards kill the look on the GLE.
Honestly when I test drove both the Mercedes disappointed me. Felt heavy clunky and even though it has the same horse as the X5 felt slower by a lot. Seats were tight and the interior is uninspiring, cheap materials and plastics unless you get Nappa. GLEs depreciated also on average 15,000$ more than X5s of the same year. Standard equipment on the BMW is paid options for Mercedes. I wouldn’t give up my 2016 Q5 3.0 for the merc, however I am ordering the X5 :)
GLE and it's not even a close one. It has a muscle car stance mixed with a design that makes you feel like you drive a luxury tank. Not to mention the interior is way better, especially when you tick the expensive boxes.
The BMW is the Best Buy. The Benz is 20K more than the BMW when you compare the Mercedes GLE 53 with the X5 x40i with the Sport package. I do feel like the interior of the GLE 53 is nicer. Additionally I think the Front End of the GLE53 has more muscle and Presence than the BMW. Lastly the BMW performs better and gets better Gas mileage. Twenty thousand is a lot of money as you know: However if money isn’t a problem for you, I would Lean towards the Benz because of the status and interior Beauty.
@@lrlwbw9 my friend’s parents bought a brand-new X5 50e last year and they already had four issues with it related to the hybrid system, I’ve heard about worse stories with BMW PHEVs, they def aren’t as bad as they used to be though, my dad ordered a fully loaded X5 40i last month and everyone we talked to at the dealership said the 40i will be more reliable than the 50e
@@lrlwbw9 my friend’s parents bought a X5 50e last year, four issues with the hybrid system already, my dad ordered a X5 40i last month and everyone at the dealership said the 40i is more reliable than the 50e
the gle is one of the most reliable high-end suvs around. there are gles with 200,000 + miles at the dealership that drive extremely well. lets no make fun of other car brands just because we like bmw cars
At first wanted the beautiful interior of the Merc…that dash is positioned high and annoying….the X5 better value and performance…as quiet or quieter as well….( I currently own an old ML 350)at the moment x5 top choice
BMW Mercedes build quality has gone down and their prices are still has high as ever Also the tech in the GLE feels a little old compared to their newer tablet style
This so called "designer" has the WORST taste EVER. Maybe that's why he critiques car designs instead of actually being hired to design cars. As they say... if you can't play, then coach. 😂👎
To be honest, Mercedes looks a little bit blooby and too rounded. And it's side view is somehow not that serious, but fatty. Yes, this Mercedes model as some of their others looks like gloomy fatman. This specific BMW is more state and pronounced. It looks more serious. But it has more random unsuitable elements poorly integrated compared to Mercedes, where everything is organicaly flows into other volumes
@@philippsperber4931 I find the GLE bland, boring, and uninspiring. Actually, it has less of a "traditional" three-box design than the X5, which is why the GLE looks like a bloated, amorphous blob. Just my two cents.
X5 all the way!🎉😊
The rear lights on gle are amazing and subtle they add to the rear stance by pointing to the wheels. Great design
The GLE is the most elegant and luxurious compare to BMW X5. BMW X5 is more sportier. I would pick GLE over X5 simply for the look.
GLE all the way, just bought a GLE450E, best decision ever. Beats any other suv out of the water in terms of comfort, luxury, and interior cabin space. Leg room in second row especially is simply unmatched
Prefer the x5 headlights and tail lights.. mercedes isnt very distinctive imo.. u also gotta think about performance which bmw wins hands down
X5.Period.
GLE>>>
The X5 just has a better vibe to it
Ehh
Traded my 22 X5 M50 for a 25 GLE 53 AMG. Power and handle go to X5. EVERYTHING else goes to the GLE. Seats, space, stereo, interface, massage seats, cooled seats actually work. Etc
The only thing that turns me away from buying either of these two vehicles is simply the interiors and the overreliance on screens. I can understand having some functions on a screen, but having little to no buttons on the center console in any modern BMW or Mercedes is just baffling to me. You'd think I'd approve of this as someone in the 20s, but not even remotely. As for the designs, the design of the X5 used in this video looks like it has a stuffy nose so I would go with the likes of the X5 M60i. The GLE also looks handsome as well.
Then what are you going to buy?
@@ks-vq5er Not a new BMW or Merc that's for sure. But if I were to buy a modern car based on the interior would be the Genesis GV80 or GV80 Coupe. I know it too has a large screen, but it also has the climate controls in a separate panel along with some dials. Plus, I find the interior of the GV80 Coupe to be more cozy while also still being sporty, especially with the tan and green interior.
@@fenrirslip Genesis over a BMW and Mercedes?! That must be a joke 😂
@@ks-vq5er I can at least say they look better than most of what BMW is churning out and well Mercedes is just there.
@@fenrirslip wow and here I thought I was the only guy that would take a gv80 over those two cars
Three of my favorite things:
1. Tailgate
2. Engine: Performance to efficiency ratio (I get 0-60 in 4.8 while having 29 mpg on freeway at 75 mph)
3. BMW chassis dynamics (even standard active suspension is awesome)
X5 for the boys. Merc for the girls. Done.
😂😂👍👍
Literally the other way around buddy
What?
Thanks....I'll already drive my GLE with mixed feelings 🤣🤣🤣
My dad cross-shopped both of these, X5 is so much better, GLE can’t even compare, we ordered a fully loaded X5 last month and it’s coming next month, if you go X5 40i, the M Sport Pkg is def a must have
Did the same. Custom ordered an x40i with M Sport packages
The B58 online 6 is a beast and very reliable.
Only down side is lack of buttons.
@@tikijojo congrats lol! It’s an incredible SUV! Ours is a 40i M Sport in Tanzanite Blue with all the options
I think the X5 is one of the few good looking BMWs these days
You should’ve showed base GLE (which people buy more) and compared it to the base X5. That’s a comparison, not a fully loaded GLE with AMG Line etc..
I know.. it makes absolutely no sense. Might as well compare a GLE63 AMG to base X5.
X5 all day. A lot more mean and imposing. Mercedes just a blob.
X5 also has better reliability
@@chezzyperson3339I own both so BS
@@TF242bruh lol
@@CJ-hv6fe I mean they are both unreliable to be clear 😂
@@TF242no x5 is way better reliable Mercedes is ass nowadays in that term compare to bmw
You compared multiple different trims on the GLE to the base non-Msport X5. Not a fair comparison.
The X5 with m-sport and fat 22” wheels is much more planted. Those rears are 315s.
First love your content as I am getting into car design as a hobby
GLE looks Hollywood, The X5 is probably better executed
For the next time:
Go to the Configurator and configure your dream speck to compare them.
GLE dated now
I love the simple understated lines of the GLE. It makes it look luxurious, aerodynamic, and timeless. The only exterior design element I like from the BMW is the large chrome kidney grill. Interior-wise, hands down it is the GLE. It looks more integrated and layout is uncluttered.
Both are very nice but Mercedes pricing has gotten out of control. I applaud BMW for having superior wheel designs and features like Digital Key/Key Card, cornering LED lights, lighted exterior door handles and the Bowers & Wilkins Diamond audio. All GLE variants only have the base 13 speaker Burmester which a lot of owners have complained about the lack of bass. Even a fully loaded AMG GLE 53 is now more expensive than an X5 M60i with a V8. And the running boards kill the look on the GLE.
I have had the X5 now for 4 months. On the hiway I get close to 30 mpg. Beat that!
Drive new fully loaded GLE and every time I'm getting in feel like a King 😀
GLE for the win 🎉🎉🎉
Matter of opinion
I’ve never heard someone bloviate so much and say so little.
X5 all the way. I have a ‘24 50e and love it! 500 HP and up to 50mpg! Ha!
You’ll never see bmw mess up the 3 series or x5, it’s their biggest models
loot at m3 g90 😂😂
GLE for class, comfort, and design. X5 for performance. Having owned both, GLE wins!
Honestly when I test drove both the Mercedes disappointed me. Felt heavy clunky and even though it has the same horse as the X5 felt slower by a lot. Seats were tight and the interior is uninspiring, cheap materials and plastics unless you get Nappa. GLEs depreciated also on average 15,000$ more than X5s of the same year. Standard equipment on the BMW is paid options for Mercedes. I wouldn’t give up my 2016 Q5 3.0 for the merc, however I am ordering the X5 :)
I am in same boat, went from GLE to X5 and back to GLE
Another entertaining video
It gives me joy to watch your video
Any recommendations on where to get a panamerica blank grill? I ordered a GLE 450 w/AMG package to replace my 2015 ML400. Great review
X5 is doing a great job
If I want something that resembles a mini van I would definitely go with the X BMW. Merz for me wins out
GLE and it's not even a close one. It has a muscle car stance mixed with a design that makes you feel like you drive a luxury tank. Not to mention the interior is way better, especially when you tick the expensive boxes.
I have had both. X 5 is my choice
the x5 is soooooo much cooler than ther mercedes. X5 is one of the really beautiful BMW.
Nope
I would like to see the gle vs Genesis GV 80 if you can
The BMW is the Best Buy. The Benz is 20K more than the BMW when you compare the Mercedes GLE 53 with the X5 x40i with the Sport package. I do feel like the interior of the GLE 53 is nicer. Additionally I think the Front End of the GLE53 has more muscle and Presence than the BMW.
Lastly the BMW performs better and gets better Gas mileage.
Twenty thousand is a lot of money as you know: However if money isn’t a problem for you, I would Lean towards the Benz because of the status and interior Beauty.
BMW looks better but the next redesign if the sedans and the new X3 are any indication BMW should screw it up
Merccccc
In a family that has had both, X5
Well, the GLE interior going to change soon, and the running cost is higher.
Gle has a striking and impressive design🔥
Can you compare the SQ5 GLC 43 & the BMW X3 M50 I think that would be a great comparison
Own a 2023 X5M50i....excellent.
X5 and it is not even close
GLE>>>
BMW ! Duh!!
X5 lci is great car, but the AC is really bad, I don’t know why, maybe thanks to vent design it just cant get the air-flow proper direction.
In the non AMG/M league. The X5 50e is the best sport/luxury SUV in the market right now. But the GLE63s is head shoulders and toes above the X5 M
I’d go X5 40i M Sport over X5 50e, the 40i M Sport will handle better and it will be a lot more reliable
@@CarGeek360 you can't talk about reliability if you've never owned the car and drove it for at least 17 months
@@lrlwbw9 my friend’s parents bought a brand-new X5 50e last year and they already had four issues with it related to the hybrid system, I’ve heard about worse stories with BMW PHEVs, they def aren’t as bad as they used to be though, my dad ordered a fully loaded X5 40i last month and everyone we talked to at the dealership said the 40i will be more reliable than the 50e
@@lrlwbw9 my friend’s parents bought a X5 50e last year, four issues with the hybrid system already, my dad ordered a X5 40i last month and everyone at the dealership said the 40i is more reliable than the 50e
@@lrlwbw9 my friend’s parents owned a X5 50e for a year and already had four issues with the hybrid system
BMW by a mile.
GLE has this special design omg
Um, what was your personal experience of driving these cars? Did you drive them?
The unnecessary creases or folds on metal on the X5 destroy the otherwise nice wxterior
X5 with the inline 6 is miles better than the gle with the trash reliability
the gle is one of the most reliable high-end suvs around. there are gles with 200,000 + miles at the dealership that drive extremely well. lets no make fun of other car brands just because we like bmw cars
@@itzjimz1699 nice caping my guy try harder
@@deathmark1940Cap
X5❤
Just bought 2025 x5
At first wanted the beautiful interior of the Merc…that dash is positioned high and annoying….the X5 better value and performance…as quiet or quieter as well….( I currently own an old ML 350)at the moment x5 top choice
X5 all day every day. GLE is just too rounded…
X5 is too rounded and funky
GLE without a doubt😂😂
GLE, or should I say M Class all the way
Id take the X5 but if the Q8 was a option id take that instead
Q7 would be more of a competitor
@@philippsperber4931 really? i mean i think it fits in more with like the gls and x7
@@JudePalitang Understandable, but the q8 is top of the line which the gle isn't
宝马外观显得更年轻，奔驰更像一个中老年，所以我选择了2025年的BMW X40i
X5 all day!
The GLE looks like a Toyota Highlander.
The X5 looks like a Chinese car lmao
GLE all day❤
X5
Gle coupe
BMW
Mercedes build quality has gone down and their prices are still has high as ever
Also the tech in the GLE feels a little old compared to their newer tablet style
I like the screen in the gle much more as the tablet ones. I drive an e400d from 2022 rn and wouldnt want to trade it against the clinical tablet
Neither, well out of these two, the X5 if it wasnt a BMW...
Drive a GLE and you know that X5= Ruins
Definitely x5
Which one do I buy? The Volvo XC60
Xc90 would fit in this class. Not the xc60
@@arvind50 xc90 then🥴🙄
This so called "designer" has the WORST taste EVER. Maybe that's why he critiques car designs instead of actually being hired to design cars. As they say... if you can't play, then coach. 😂👎
X5🎉
I'd go with the GV80 instead!
Trick Question
Audi Q8
I’m agree with you👌
To be honest, Mercedes looks a little bit blooby and too rounded. And it's side view is somehow not that serious, but fatty. Yes, this Mercedes model as some of their others looks like gloomy fatman. This specific BMW is more state and pronounced. It looks more serious. But it has more random unsuitable elements poorly integrated compared to Mercedes, where everything is organicaly flows into other volumes
I´d choose GLE
X5 looks kinda good but lately BMW designs are waaaay off
GLE Cupe looks better then X5 for same price, X6 is so overpriced, but technically BMW 6cyl B58 is a brilliant
Mercedes in silver with black trim
You are boring you always pick the opposite of the bmw
XC90 update FTW
You're so objectively wrong, I have to wonder if you're not on Mercedes' payroll. You're only a "designer" in your own mind, dude. 😂👎
Bro he just likes it more and design is always subjective. There's no problem with you liking the x5 more
@@philippsperber4931 Design is subjective, indeed... except in this case.
@@emj2068 No even in this case, I also like the gle more due to its more traditional style but also get why you like the x5 more
@@philippsperber4931 I find the GLE bland, boring, and uninspiring. Actually, it has less of a "traditional" three-box design than the X5, which is why the GLE looks like a bloated, amorphous blob. Just my two cents.