| 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE | vs. | 2025 BMW X5 |
| 9G-TRONIC® 9-speed automatic | Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| 7,700 pounds* | Maximum Towing Capacity | 7,200 pounds |
| 74.9 cubic feet | Maximum Cargo Volume | 72.3 cubic feet |
| 40.3 inches / 40.9 inches | Leg Room (front/rear) | 39.8 inches / 37.4 inches |
| Standard | Hands-Free Power Liftgate | Available |
When you’re shopping for a luxury family vehicle, you have many options to choose from, including the Mercedes-Benz GLE and the BMW X5. Both SUVs will provide you and your growing family with a premium driving experience around the San Antonio area. However, there are some distinctions between these models. Learn more in the following comparison from Mercedes-Benz of Boerne.
These luxury vehicles offer comfortable cabins that will make an excellent home away from home. However, if you have a growing family, you’ll appreciate the additional seats in the GLE. The midsize GLE has 5 standard seats though you may opt for a third-row model for 7 seats. On the other hand, the X5 only has 4 seats regardless of which configuration you choose. View the seating capacity and leg room of these SUVs here:
Along with more passenger room, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE also comes with more advanced amenities as standard than the BMW X5. These features of the GLE will add to your drives near Fredericksburg:
If you’re investing in a vehicle that’s ready for all adventures in New Braunfels and beyond, then you will love the GLE and X5. However, the Mercedes-Benz SUV has more cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded down. What’s more, this vehicle can tow an additional 500 pounds, allowing you to bring all of your gear on your trip. See these specs below:
The BMW X5 is a respectable option, but the Mercedes-Benz GLE is ideal for big families. Visit our Boerne showroom sometime soon, and experience the 2025 GLE lineup in person.
Both SUVs start at a similar price point, but if you want to be exact, the Mercedes-Benz GLE base model is more affordable than the BMW X5 entry-level model. Not to mention, you’ll secure favorable pricing when you shop the GLE at Mercedes-Benz of Boerne thanks to our specials and finance team! Take a look at the X5 vs. GLE starting MSRP here:
If you’re interested in the plug-in hybrid versions near Fredericksburg, what’s the 2024 BMW X5 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE pricing like then? Once again, the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e 4MATIC® SUV MSRP begins lower at just $69,500* while the 2024 BMW X5 xDrive50e starts at $3,000 more or $72,500 MSRP. Go for the Mercedes-Benz SUV, and you can spend $3,000 on optional packages and accessories to elevate your vehicle even further!
These SUVs have a standard seating capacity for five passengers though there is an option for a third row. If you have a growing family and need the third row, you will want to keep in mind that the BMW X5’s third row is for kids only, as confirmed by Car and Driver expert reviewers.
For the first two rows of seating, the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE is a better option for taller folks as there is more legroom. Whether you’re comparing the GLE vs. X5 front legroom or the X5 vs. GLE rear legroom, the GLE has more room to stretch out legs in either row.
In terms of the X5 vs. GLE cargo space, the GLE has more room for your cargo behind the first row of seats. Here are the BMW X5 vs. Mercedes Benz GLE interior measurements:
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