I have a 2020 GLE 350, CPO, and don’t see these upgrades being worth the price tag. I’m glad I didn’t wait for this, I’ll trade once Mercedes does their next big change. Hopefully they will still have the GLE. It’s the best SUV in the line up for cool Moms 😊
Depends on what the driver is looking for. The GLS is the best but also has more room than a couple could need. The GLE 450 has what the GLS 450 has but not as big.
I have a 2012 ML350 which is basically the same car with the V-6. Absolutely love the car, in fact the best car I have ever owned that now has 82K miles w/o any issues. If you want to stay away from the 4-banger w/mild hybrid buy a used one ie 2018 with low miles at half the price. It has the 6 cyl and I get around 25 mph on the freeway and 21 around town with the same engine. Its not that I am against the "mild hybrid" in fact we just bought a mild hybrid '23 GLC300 for my wife. The interior beats any other smaller lux SUV. Btw I also have a '07 C Class sedan and NONE of the MB's have given us any issues.
Bad review. What is the point of comparing a 4-cylinder with a 6-cylinder (both turbo)? You should have compared the X5 base with the GLE450. BMW simply does not offer an SUV in the category of the GLE350.
Damn i wish i lived in america bc here in Australia we dont get the new gle until August 😭 Edit: its august today! Finally get to see this beauty in the flesh
At this price point the GLE 450E powertrain should be the entry option. I was shocked to learn by how much the X5 40i surpassed this in performance, efficiency, and cost. Nobody should look twice at this iteration of the GLE 350.
X5 has the better engine but man it is missing a lot of standard features compared to the GLE. I love spirited driving but cmon BMW. GLE has standard 360 camera, HVAC buttons, smart key entry into the rear seats, dual sun visors. Most of the time, I’m not exploring the difference between a 0-60 in 5 versus 7 seconds.
So, As I do appreciate your feedback, I don't understand why you would not put the X 3 up to the gle 350, those two SUVs are very close and the X5 and gle 450 are a better Comparision. apples to apples my friend... stay well.
@@titaniumspecial4207 plenty of Starbuck's already, but thanks, as BMW only makes a couple lines of vehicles, putting a glc is even worse, its gotta be apples to apples bro, bottom-line, Mercades Benz is untouchable for a complete package of Luxury, comfort and goodies, also if you need power AMG line has that covered, BMW has a strong 2nd place hold on the market for sure. and Genesis (AKA), Hyundai is not in the same conversation Sir....Peace out to all. stay good boys
I'm really furious that my top spec GLE doesn't have basic features like wireless car play or wireless phone charger. When I see entry level GLEs in US support augmented reality navigation or gesture control but my so called "fully loaded" GLE doesn't have those features I feel I got scammed by MB. Especially considering here we pay much more than US customers for the same car.
Are you in Canada too? My two neighbors got latest facelift GLEs few weeks ago while mine is a 2020 one. One told me his is a “fully loaded” GLE but his isn’t equipped with Burmeister 3D but just regular Burmeister. Not sure how dealers fooled consumers around nowadays.
I got the plug-in hybrid and your analysis on power is not right for that variant. The torque provided by the motor at lower speeds relieves the need for more engine displacement. There is plenty of power and torque. It's as power ful on the start-up and through teh power curve as my 06 E350 was. The car is an absolute joy to drive and I think you captured that. No way the X5 can match it, nor can the Volvo XC90, and CERTAINLY not the Infinity, Genesis, or Audi Q5. I did not drive the Lexus equivalent (RX I think) because it it so bleedingly ugly that I would not sit in it. A couple of details: POSITIVE: unbelievable turning radius, NEGATIVE: the plug-in is sorely lacking in storage. If you are the type to carry a set of jumper cables, there is NO place to put them. NEGATIVE (in my opinion): While they did lose the joystick, they're still trying to make that track pad work and it doesn't. I SO SO SO want the area is occupies for a bucket for snacks. There is NO place to put down a sandwich if you are eating on the go. POSITIVE: The voice command system ROCKS for audio and navigation, but (NEGATIVE) it fails big time in controlling driving features and settings. NEGATIVE: The hands-free tailgate feature (foot kick motion) works about half the time. You often stand there like an idiot kicking your foot like a Rockette dancer. Negative: There are places (though not many) where the key may not be detected, including the drivers floor where you might put your purse because THERE IS NO OTHER PLACE TO PUT IT. Tips: I did not get the air suspension system and I strongly doubt it is needed because of the weight of the battery. The drive is stellar without it, anyway and mechanics will tell you it's going to be trouble down the line (even the Mercedes mechanic agreed).
One drawback. The exterior colors are black, white, grey, and blue. No earth tones. Yet, the interior is black and three shades of brown. All earth tones. No grey interior. What were they thinking?
I got the twilight blue and light beige interior. think it is the only color combination that looks good, unless you are going for an all black AMG look.
Have had a 2024 GLE 450 for about three months, and have had major a/c and minor electronics problems that the dealer can't seem to fix. The owner's manual is a nightmare, and there are a lot of surprise warning lights and tones that go unexplained. Mercedes is one of the lowest rated automobile brands for reliability, according to readers of Consumer Reports, and mine is no exception. I had a 2004 ML 350 that was problem-free for many years and based my purchase experience on that vehicle. My bad! Probably going to sell it and get a Porsche Macan. Yes, the Merc is very quiet and has a smooth ride, and I get decent mileage for such a large vehicle, but when the SUV factory in Alabama was built, the first ML320s that were produced there were called "Alabama Trash Cans." I think that moniker was deserved.
@@jakelee1960 For reals?! You can order at the dealer, not on line. Was going to order a 350 to my specs at my usual dealership, but- they had the 450 with what I wanted and as a returning customer, we worked it out - No regrets.
Thankfully they don't have the rediculous big screen tv the merc is putting in all their cars now. Those things are just distractions to the drivers, and more than a few are so easily distracted these days.
When l buy the 2024 GLC Coupe for my wife my only hesitation was GLE or GLS because of our big family... finally ordered absolutely fully loaded GLE 300d regardless of the approximately equal price with GLS because the only difference was the little bigger luggage carrier in the GLS but also bigger inconvenience to drive in the city... also GLS don't have sinthetic interior leather which is awful for a new luxury car...about the power 300 hp are absolutely sufficient for a family suv...and after this video l am pretty satisfied for my choice 💚
Before you do a comparison, do you homework and compare "apples the apples" Not "apples to oranges". We know the GLE 350 has a 4cyl and this does not compare to the BMW X5 with their 6cyl. Next time I would suggest comparing the same engine for hour next models. This was a waste of time.
the only thing that is so much worse than BMW is the horrible MBUX system. Really hard to understand how it can be still such a dated and unusable design. It is really a shame...
You may want to consider changing the title of this review to "BMW X5 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE. Too many comparisons and digs on the Mercedes as well as too many references to the BMW X5.
The painted lower air-dam- plastic, triangular inserts look totally stupid and over-stylized..- hopefully MB will offer an extended black-out night package that darkens those elements on the front end. Steering wheel looks a bit odd- again with a triangle shape-styling. Even Merc isn’t immune to the modern style-by-committee design language-
I have and had mb gl or ml latest versions always but although they are very very expensive to keep and after 5 years start socking money but i like them. Before mb used lots of elegant wood in their interior design and stearin wheels and i really loved them. But now everywhere you see cheap looking and very ugly plastics and plastics! The cars are so expensive and you wonder what makes them so expensive! Mostly Robots makes them just like a printer printing text and care makers they profit more than 80% in every care they make! They make the basic models so ugly that the buyers have to add more and more options and those options are really more expensive!
There are options for other steering wheels (at least for the GLE AMG). I have never heard of someone complaining about the steering wheel on a vehicle, enough to pass on the vehicle entirely. You are one picky buyer.
The X5 is quieter and more refined . It's been tested already in a back to back with both cars available in the test. Sorry mate but Beemer has already won this title. I still want to buy a Gle63s nonetheless😊
Well. I can tell you from experience that the GLE 350 ride absolutely sucks! We rented a brand new fully loaded one last month and my wife and I hated how it bounced and was so unstable it made us sea sick after long drives on some not so good road surfaces.
Haaa 😂 a real GLE owner I had the same issue with my gle 21 53. Not if it's worth buying this one, it's a damn car at the end of the day and this has no changes compared to the old one. Im honestly leaning closer to a used one again or the new x5
@stephenk9186 you are lucky, sir because I own a car fleet and in my fleet I have three Benz and tell me why ALL three have given me problems within the lease terms. I own a GLC 300 and two of the same car, GLE coupe 53 and the regular GLE 53. All they've provided me with tire sensor issues, gas cap issues, and some random auxiliary bullshit issue. What crazy out all of the brands Benz have given me the most problems. Now in the looks department, face it the old one does look better honestly. I'm only getting the new one (standard) this time because my clients like it. I'm definitely NOT buying the performance ones. from driving nice cars BMW, AUDI far FAR way better drives and way much more fun to drive than benz.
@@aim-for-greatn3z947 Sorry to hear you have had various issues. I guess I have been lucky with the Mercedes I have owned throughout my life. I honestly haven't had any issues, large or small, with any of my Mercedes vehicles throughout my life. I'm about to order the 2024 GLE AMG 53, so I'm hoping my success with Mercedes continues. I'm true to MB all the way.
Watched every car show in youtube, rarely do I enjoy the presenter enough to subscribe. You got a big future in this for sure just keep trucking!
thanks!
I have a 2020 GLE 350, CPO, and don’t see these upgrades being worth the price tag. I’m glad I didn’t wait for this, I’ll trade once Mercedes does their next big change. Hopefully they will still have the GLE. It’s the best SUV in the line up for cool
Moms 😊
Cool dads are fans of GLEs also. Ha ha.
lol get that little v4 350 out these comments 😂 all about the 450s or higher for them bosses
Depends on what the driver is looking for. The GLS is the best but also has more room than a couple could need. The GLE 450 has what the GLS 450 has but not as big.
@@skrem23 Exactly Stephen. I have a 2012 ML350 which is basically the same car that I am in love with. No issues.
Don’t spoil it!!!! Cool moms drive minivans!! Nice try!!
How do you drive your car, I achieved 47 miles per gallon yesterday on a mixed urban motorway journey. At one point it was 57 mpg.
Shouldn’t the X5 be compared to the GLE 450?
No
No it’s the money that counts
Mb smokes the x5
There are no race tracks in suburbia
@@MT-xl8jyThe 350 cant get out of its own way. Dont be delusional.
How does gle350 smoke x5. Please explain. How does a 2L 4Cyl "smoke " a 3L I-6 Twin Turbo. Im dying to hear your science.
Why?
The B58 in the X5 destroys the GLE. Sexy ride tho!
totally💯
That has always been the problem.. Bmw have better powertrains but mb are always more luxurious inside
@@abhi4ifythis is so true😂 I love the x5 40i but if I’m to be honest I’d take the gle 53
This video helps a lot. Never bought this kind of car before. Comparing this to the Audi Q7 and the X5. Haven't made my decision yet, but thank you.
Take the GLE 450 off road and then compare.
Q5 & Q7 are better
I have a 2012 ML350 which is basically the same car with the V-6. Absolutely love the car, in fact the best car I have ever owned that now has 82K miles w/o any issues. If you want to stay away from the 4-banger w/mild hybrid buy a used one ie 2018 with low miles at half the price. It has the 6 cyl and I get around 25 mph on the freeway and 21 around town with the same engine. Its not that I am against the "mild hybrid" in fact we just bought a mild hybrid '23 GLC300 for my wife. The interior beats any other smaller lux SUV. Btw I also have a '07 C Class sedan and NONE of the MB's have given us any issues.
Which one did you end up buying? Here in dubai , mercedes is status symbol but audi q8 is costing better. Confused between gle n q8
Great review as always thanks! a 4 banger in this? Nope. If you can afford a Benz, you can afford a 6.
Not in Europe that’s it’s 10 k a year just to drive this
Bad review. What is the point of comparing a 4-cylinder with a 6-cylinder (both turbo)? You should have compared the X5 base with the GLE450. BMW simply does not offer an SUV in the category of the GLE350.
It doesnt even matter about engines. 40i smokes the 350 and 450. M60i walks the amg53 and the M comp embarrasses the 63s
@@nickburgher396If the engine does not matter, have the same engine in all the models.
Engine matters when you are on the track. Speed limit suggests that we need comfort and economy first
That's a great roundup. Does the 2023 GLE450 have EQ boost or is it 2024 exclusive
The configurator for 2024 GLE is available on some country Mercedes websites like Austria.
Damn i wish i lived in america bc here in Australia we dont get the new gle until August 😭
Edit: its august today! Finally get to see this beauty in the flesh
He said every GLE comes standard with adaptive suspension. Are we talking airmatic or coil springs with adjustable shock absorbers?
Adaptive suspension is only standard on the 580 version that’s one of the reasons I went with the 580 and the engine of course.
Adjustable shocks standard.
Awesome video! Keep up the great work!
Thanks 🙏
This is definitely a great car especially with 48V mild hybrid !
Special thanks to our PAtrons for their support of the channel! GLE or X5?
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X5 is great, but I like the look of the GLE! GLE for me
At this price point the GLE 450E powertrain should be the entry option. I was shocked to learn by how much the X5 40i surpassed this in performance, efficiency, and cost. Nobody should look twice at this iteration of the GLE 350.
Wrong
yeap, 70k truck that is the weight of a boat is a 4 cylinder 250 horsepower? LOL go x5 instantly.
I love GLE with passion
Well done!
You didn't mention the annoying clunking sound it makes when the rear camera deploys whenever the car crosses above or below about 18 mph.
Have you priced at Cadillac Escalade or a Lincoln Navigator or even something so lame as a RAM TRX? Mercedes GLEs are relatively affordable actually.
X5 has the better engine but man it is missing a lot of standard features compared to the GLE. I love spirited driving but cmon BMW. GLE has standard 360 camera, HVAC buttons, smart key entry into the rear seats, dual sun visors. Most of the time, I’m not exploring the difference between a 0-60 in 5 versus 7 seconds.
So, As I do appreciate your feedback, I don't understand why you would not put the X 3 up to the gle 350, those two SUVs are very close and the X5 and gle 450 are a better Comparision. apples to apples my friend... stay well.
No
Size counts
Apples to idiots
You will never afford one anyway
@@titaniumspecial4207 plenty of Starbuck's already, but thanks, as BMW only makes a couple lines of vehicles, putting a glc is even worse, its gotta be apples to apples bro, bottom-line, Mercades Benz is untouchable for a complete package of Luxury, comfort and goodies, also if you need power AMG line has that covered, BMW has a strong 2nd place hold on the market for sure. and Genesis (AKA), Hyundai is not in the same conversation Sir....Peace out to all. stay good boys
Wish had the 3rd row seat option
The security recorder and many other digital features are subscription based
Standard on the BMW...
I'm really furious that my top spec GLE doesn't have basic features like wireless car play or wireless phone charger. When I see entry level GLEs in US support augmented reality navigation or gesture control but my so called "fully loaded" GLE doesn't have those features I feel I got scammed by MB. Especially considering here we pay much more than US customers for the same car.
Are you in Canada too? My two neighbors got latest facelift GLEs few weeks ago while mine is a 2020 one. One told me his is a “fully loaded” GLE but his isn’t equipped with Burmeister 3D but just regular Burmeister. Not sure how dealers fooled consumers around nowadays.
This mb cost cutting at its finest. Scratchy plastics down low while the x5 has soft touch and has had wireless AA and AC since 2019
CarPlay is not wireless in US versions either - at least not in my 2022 GLE. Could not believe it.
I got gle35 2017 . Should have bought GLE 25 . Mpg difference is huge
dream car💙
sleeeeek
I got the plug-in hybrid and your analysis on power is not right for that variant. The torque provided by the motor at lower speeds relieves the need for more engine displacement. There is plenty of power and torque. It's as power ful on the start-up and through teh power curve as my 06 E350 was.
The car is an absolute joy to drive and I think you captured that. No way the X5 can match it, nor can the Volvo XC90, and CERTAINLY not the Infinity, Genesis, or Audi Q5. I did not drive the Lexus equivalent (RX I think) because it it so bleedingly ugly that I would not sit in it.
A couple of details: POSITIVE: unbelievable turning radius, NEGATIVE: the plug-in is sorely lacking in storage. If you are the type to carry a set of jumper cables, there is NO place to put them. NEGATIVE (in my opinion): While they did lose the joystick, they're still trying to make that track pad work and it doesn't. I SO SO SO want the area is occupies for a bucket for snacks. There is NO place to put down a sandwich if you are eating on the go. POSITIVE: The voice command system ROCKS for audio and navigation, but (NEGATIVE) it fails big time in controlling driving features and settings. NEGATIVE: The hands-free tailgate feature (foot kick motion) works about half the time. You often stand there like an idiot kicking your foot like a Rockette dancer. Negative: There are places (though not many) where the key may not be detected, including the drivers floor where you might put your purse because THERE IS NO OTHER PLACE TO PUT IT.
Tips: I did not get the air suspension system and I strongly doubt it is needed because of the weight of the battery. The drive is stellar without it, anyway and mechanics will tell you it's going to be trouble down the line (even the Mercedes mechanic agreed).
The GLE has a better luxury look in the inside than the X5.
One drawback. The exterior colors are black, white, grey, and blue. No earth tones. Yet, the interior is black and three shades of brown. All earth tones. No grey interior. What were they thinking?
I got the twilight blue and light beige interior. think it is the only color combination that looks good, unless you are going for an all black AMG look.
2024 GLE and Ford Everest which one is bigger
Have had a 2024 GLE 450 for about three months, and have had major a/c and minor electronics problems that the dealer can't seem to fix. The owner's manual is a nightmare, and there are a lot of surprise warning lights and tones that go unexplained. Mercedes is one of the lowest rated automobile brands for reliability, according to readers of Consumer Reports, and mine is no exception. I had a 2004 ML 350 that was problem-free for many years and based my purchase experience on that vehicle. My bad! Probably going to sell it and get a Porsche Macan. Yes, the Merc is very quiet and has a smooth ride, and I get decent mileage for such a large vehicle, but when the SUV factory in Alabama was built, the first ML320s that were produced there were called "Alabama Trash Cans." I think that moniker was deserved.
but when will the 2024 be available though its already June and they still only have the 2023 ones
My dealer in SoCal got them in Mid-May, I got my GLE 450 on the 31st. Had it a week and love it!
@@AngelitaSalasHeadEdD they still dont show 2024 on their site, still cant "build your own". im in the East Coast...god damn it..!!! lol
@@jakelee1960 For reals?! You can order at the dealer, not on line. Was going to order a 350 to my specs at my usual dealership, but- they had the 450 with what I wanted and as a returning customer, we worked it out - No regrets.
@@AngelitaSalasHeadEdD thanks =) i'll ask around and see what options i got.
@@AngelitaSalasHeadEdDwhat exterior and interior colors did you go with?
When your heart says X5 but you have to review a GLE
@@suchitpuri lololol
This is the GLE 350. Not the GLE 450. There is a difference. Just like the GL 350 and GL 450.
Thankfully they don't have the rediculous big screen tv the merc is putting in all their cars now. Those things are just distractions to the drivers, and more than a few are so easily distracted these days.
When l buy the 2024 GLC Coupe for my wife my only hesitation was GLE or GLS because of our big family... finally ordered absolutely fully loaded GLE 300d regardless of the approximately equal price with GLS because the only difference was the little bigger luggage carrier in the GLS but also bigger inconvenience to drive in the city... also GLS don't have sinthetic interior leather which is awful for a new luxury car...about the power 300 hp are absolutely sufficient for a family suv...and after this video l am pretty satisfied for my choice 💚
My guy. You do a wonderful review. But, those bracelets are just too noisy on your wrist.
For 7 seat. Suv i go this on e with the New gv80 2024 looks better, and better power 3.5t. Only the gls mybach will feel the same but half the price ❤
Before you do a comparison, do you homework and compare "apples the apples" Not "apples to oranges". We know the GLE 350 has a 4cyl and this does not compare to the BMW X5 with their 6cyl. Next time I would suggest comparing the same engine for hour next models. This was a waste of time.
the only thing that is so much worse than BMW is the horrible MBUX system. Really hard to understand how it can be still such a dated and unusable design. It is really a shame...
You may want to consider changing the title of this review to "BMW X5 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE. Too many comparisons and digs on the Mercedes as well as too many references to the BMW X5.
Where it stacks up to the rest of the segment feels relevant, no?
The GLE is smoother than the X5 with air suspension?
No
Yes
Yes
@amesmrb guess you're wrong.
The painted lower air-dam- plastic, triangular inserts look totally stupid and over-stylized..- hopefully MB will offer an extended black-out night package that darkens those elements on the front end. Steering wheel looks a bit odd- again with a triangle shape-styling. Even Merc isn’t immune to the modern style-by-committee design language-
I have and had mb gl or ml latest versions always but although they are very very expensive to keep and after 5 years start socking money but i like them. Before mb used lots of elegant wood in their interior design and stearin wheels and i really loved them. But now everywhere you see cheap looking and very ugly plastics and plastics!
The cars are so expensive and you wonder what makes them so expensive! Mostly Robots makes them just like a printer printing text and care makers they profit more than 80% in every care they make!
They make the basic models so ugly that the buyers have to add more and more options and those options are really more expensive!
Woow so after 5 years these car sucks?
Why buy them?
Couldnt even watch the full video with stupid v6 & v4 comparision.. super irritated
I'm not sure what he's seeing but the 24 X5 is killing this GLE. Just saying...
Redesign that steering wheel, its awful, the old one should have been let alone, for this alone i wouldn't be swapping my car with this.. Shame
That's pretty sad, over a steering wheel😂😂😂😂
@@TB-um1xz Yep . if i'm spending my hard earned money i must be happy to live with it.
@jojohn8988 that sounds pretty ridiculous over a steering wheel. Think you should reevaluate your expectations.
There are options for other steering wheels (at least for the GLE AMG). I have never heard of someone complaining about the steering wheel on a vehicle, enough to pass on the vehicle entirely. You are one picky buyer.
The X5 is quieter and more refined . It's been tested already in a back to back with both cars available in the test. Sorry mate but Beemer has already won this title.
I still want to buy a Gle63s nonetheless😊
Well. I can tell you from experience that the GLE 350 ride absolutely sucks! We rented a brand new fully loaded one last month and my wife and I hated how it bounced and was so unstable it made us sea sick after long drives on some not so good road surfaces.
Really poor reliability is the worst thing about this car.
X5 backseats very small, plus BMW reliability and BMW service do not compare with Mercedes. X5 interior not that great too.....
What bmw did you even owned last?
Yanks get so caught up on v8 lol soon you wont be able to get v6 or v8
........................ GLE = God Let's Exit...................Freak'n check your engine light...................NIGHTMARE!!!!
Haaa 😂 a real GLE owner I had the same issue with my gle 21 53.
Not if it's worth buying this one, it's a damn car at the end of the day and this has no changes compared to the old one.
Im honestly leaning closer to a used one again or the new x5
Never had an issue with any of my GLE AMG 53's in my life. I only drive Mercedes, and always will. Dream.
@@aim-for-greatn3z947 I'm a real GLE AMG 53 owner (gettin another 2024 soon of the same), and haven't had a single issue with mine.
@stephenk9186 you are lucky, sir because I own a car fleet and in my fleet I have three Benz and tell me why ALL three have given me problems within the lease terms.
I own a GLC 300 and two of the same car, GLE coupe 53 and the regular GLE 53.
All they've provided me with tire sensor issues, gas cap issues, and some random auxiliary bullshit issue. What crazy out all of the brands Benz have given me the most problems.
Now in the looks department, face it the old one does look better honestly. I'm only getting the new one (standard) this time because my clients like it.
I'm definitely NOT buying the performance ones. from driving nice cars BMW, AUDI far FAR way better drives and way much more fun to drive than benz.
@@aim-for-greatn3z947 Sorry to hear you have had various issues. I guess I have been lucky with the Mercedes I have owned throughout my life. I honestly haven't had any issues, large or small, with any of my Mercedes vehicles throughout my life. I'm about to order the 2024 GLE AMG 53, so I'm hoping my success with Mercedes continues. I'm true to MB all the way.