BMW iX vs Mercedes-Benz GLE

How does the BMW iX stack up against the Mercedes-Benz GLE? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

BMW iXBMW iX
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Mercedes-Benz GLEMercedes-Benz GLE
SpecBMW iXMercedes-Benz GLE
Horsepower (max)650 hp603 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.8 s3.8 s
Top speed250 km/h280 km/h
Variants39
Body styleLarge SUVMid-size SUV / Coupe SUV
GenerationI20V167 / C167
Production2021 – present2019 – present
Length4,965 mm4,930 mm
Width1,970 mm1,947 mm
Height1,695 mm1,772 mm
Wheelbase3,000 mm2,995 mm

BMW iX vs Mercedes-Benz GLE: common questions

Is the BMW iX or Mercedes-Benz GLE faster?
Both the BMW iX and Mercedes-Benz GLE hit 0-60 mph in about 3.6s (0-100 km/h in 3.8s).
Which has more horsepower, the BMW iX or the Mercedes-Benz GLE?
The BMW iX makes more power: 650 hp (485 kW) versus 603 hp (450 kW) for the Mercedes-Benz GLE.
Is the BMW iX or Mercedes-Benz GLE faster on top speed?
The Mercedes-Benz GLE has the higher top speed at 174 mph (280 km/h), versus 155 mph (250 km/h) for the BMW iX.
What is the main difference between the BMW iX and the Mercedes-Benz GLE?
The BMW iX is a large suv, while the Mercedes-Benz GLE is a mid-size suv / coupe suv. That difference in body style drives most of the others.
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