BMW X5 M vs Mercedes-Benz GLE

How does the BMW X5 M 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 X5 MBMW X5 M
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Mercedes-Benz GLEMercedes-Benz GLE
SpecBMW X5 MMercedes-Benz GLE
Horsepower (max)617 hp603 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.8 s3.8 s
Top speed290 km/h280 km/h
Variants19
Body stylePerformance SUVMid-size SUV / Coupe SUV
GenerationF95V167 / C167
Production2020 – present2019 – present
Length4,915 mm4,930 mm
Width2,016 mm1,947 mm
Height1,755 mm1,772 mm
Wheelbase2,975 mm2,995 mm

BMW X5 M vs Mercedes-Benz GLE: common questions

Is the BMW X5 M or Mercedes-Benz GLE faster?
Both the BMW X5 M 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 X5 M or the Mercedes-Benz GLE?
The BMW X5 M makes more power: 617 hp (460 kW) versus 603 hp (450 kW) for the Mercedes-Benz GLE.
Is the BMW X5 M or Mercedes-Benz GLE faster on top speed?
The BMW X5 M has the higher top speed at 180 mph (290 km/h), versus 174 mph (280 km/h) for the Mercedes-Benz GLE.
What is the main difference between the BMW X5 M and the Mercedes-Benz GLE?
The BMW X5 M is a performance suv, while the Mercedes-Benz GLE is a mid-size suv / coupe suv. That difference in body style drives most of the others.