Compare 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $62,500 | $61,700 | $60,800 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $58,750 | $57,880 | $57,152 |
| Destination | $1,050 | $995 | $1,095 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Air Conditioning, Rear | With Separate Controls | With Separate Controls | With Separate Controls |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Visors | Dual | N/A | Dual |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Net | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cell Phone | N/A | N/A | Audi Phone Box Pre-wiring |
| Clock | Analog | In-dash | In-dash |
| Compass | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Urethane | Leather/metal-look | Leather/metal-look |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 4 | 4 | 3 |
| Lighter Elements | Front | N/A | N/A |
| Ashtray | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Overhead Console | N/A | N/A | Mini |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| 1-touch Window Down | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Instrumentation | Digital/analog | Digital/analog | Digital/analog |
| Driver Information Centre | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Auto-dimming Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | N/A | N/A | Power |
| Remote Trunk Release | Proximity | Proximity | Proximity |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Nappa Leather | Leather | Leather |
| Head-up Display | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Air Compressor | Optional | N/A | Standard |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Sport Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 7 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 10-way Power | 10-way Power | 8-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 10-way Power | 10-way Power | 8-way Power |
| Lumbar Support | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center Sliding |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable W/tilt | Adjustable W/tilt | Adjustable W/tilt |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Cooled Front Seats | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Memory | Driver | Driver | Driver |
| Rear Seats | 40-20-40 Split-bench | 40-20-40 Bench | 40-20-40 Split-bench |
| Rear Armrest | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Head Restraints | 3 - W/tilt | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable |
| Heated Rear Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 3rd Row Seats | 50-50 Bench | 50-50 Split-bench | 50-50 Bench |
| Seat Trim | MB-Tex Leatherette | SensaTec Leatherette | Leather |
| 3rd Row Fold Into Floor | Manual | Power | Power |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, Seek-scan | SiriusXM With 360L AM/FM/HD/Satellite, Seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, Seek-scan |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Speakers | 8 | 10 | 10 |
| Amplifier | 590W | 360W | 730W |
| Equalizer | Automatic | Automatic | N/A |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Navigation System | MBUX With Voice Activation | Yes With Voice Activation | Audi MMI Navigation Plus With Touch Response With Voice Activation |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | SIDEGUARD |
| Airbags, Knee Protection | Driver | Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | ECall Emergency System | BMW Assist ECall | Audi Connect CARE, PRIME & PLUS |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | N/A | Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front And Rear | Front | Front And Rear |
| Headlights | LED Low/high Beam | LED Low/high Beam | LED Low/high Beam |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | Auto On/off | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Headlight Washer | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Cornering Lights | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Directionally Adaptive Headlights | Optional | Standard | N/A |
| LED Taillights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Curb Lights | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | Active Parking Assist | Park Distance Control | Audi Parking System Plus |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob And Smart Device-as-key | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Active Lane Keeping Assist | Lane Departure Warning | Lane Departure Warning |
| First Aid Kit | Standard | N/A | Optional |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Blind Spot Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Hybrid Electrical Components (96 Month/100,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Hybrid Electrical Components (96 Month/80,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage), Accessories (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Hybrid Electrical Components (96 Month/100,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 144 Months/unlimited Miles | 144 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/unlimited Miles | 48 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | N/A | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | N/A |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Window Grid | Window Grid | Window Grid |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Galvanized Steel/aluminum/composite | Aluminum |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | Black | N/A | N/A |
| Bodyside Insert | N/A | Metal-look | Metal-look |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | Metal-look W/chrome Surround | Metal-look |
| Fog/driving Lights | Rear | Front | Front And Rear |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Power Liftgate | Power Liftgate/tailgate | Power Liftgate |
| Tinted Windows | Deep | Deep | Deep |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Mirrors, Auto Dimming | Driver | Driver | Driver And Passenger |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st And 2nd Row Exterior Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st And 2nd Row Exterior Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass |
| Spoiler | Lip | Lip | Lip |
| Roof Rack | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Roof Rails | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Tires | P255/50HR19.0 BSW AS | P265/50HR19.0 BSW Run-flat AS | P255/55HR19.0 BSW Run-flat AS |
| Tires - Rear | 315/40HR10 | 315/35YR10 | N/A |
| Wheels | 19" Silver Aluminum | 19" Silver Aluminum | 19" Silver Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel | N/A |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Fixed Interval | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Window Wipers | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval |
| Running Boards | Illuminated | Optional | N/A |
| Fender Flares | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | Hybrid Electric Motor 3.0L I-6 | Hybrid Electric Motor 3.0L I-6 | Hybrid Electric Motor 3.0L V-6 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Turbocharger | Intercooled Turbo | Intercooled Turbo | Intercooled Turbo |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Unleaded | Premium Unleaded | Premium Unleaded |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | 4MATIC All Wheel | XDrive All Wheel | Quattro All Wheel |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Four-wheel Steering | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | Servotronic | Servotronic |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Ride Control | DYNAMIC SELECT | Dynamic Damper Control | Optional |
| Adaptive Suspension | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Height Adjustable Suspension | Automatic W/driver Control | Automatic W/driver Control | Automatic W/driver Control |
| Automatic Level Control | 4-corner | 4-corner | 4-corner |
| Front Suspension Type | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbone | Multi-link |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | ESP W/Crosswind Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | Standard | STEPTRONIC | Tiptronic |
| Transmission | 9-spd Auto W/OD | 8-spd W/OD | 8-spd W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.27 | 3.39 | 3.20 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | Standard | Optional | N/A |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 194.3 " | 194.3 " | 199.3 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 76.7 " | 78.9 " | 77.6 " |
| Exterior Height | 70.7 " | 68.7 " | 68.5 " |
| Engine | Hybrid Electric Motor 3.0L I-6 | Hybrid Electric Motor 3.0L I-6 | Hybrid Electric Motor 3.0L V-6 |
| Horsepower | 362 @ 5,500 Rpm | 335 @ 5,500 Rpm | 335 @ 5,700 Rpm |
| Torque | 369 @ 1,600 Rpm | 330 @ 1,500 Rpm | 369 @ 2,800 Rpm |
| Hybrid Electric Motor 1 Horsepower | 21 @ Rpm | 11 @ Rpm | N/A |
| Hybrid Electric Motor 1 Torque | 184 | N/A | N/A |
| Fuel Economy - City | 21 Mpg | 21 Mpg | 18 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 26 Mpg | 25 Mpg | 23 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | N/A | 7.5 Seconds | N/A |
| 1/4 Mile Time | N/A | 15.6 Seconds | N/A |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | N/A | 86 Mph | N/A |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | N/A | .9 | N/A |
| Slalom Speed | N/A | 57 Mph | N/A |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.27/3.64 " | 3.23/3.72 " | 3.33/3.50 " |
| Curb Weight | 5,013 Lbs. | 4,863 Lbs. | 4,971 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 6,614 Lbs. | 6,162 Lbs. | 6,349 Lbs. |
| Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | 2,943 Lbs. | N/A |
| Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | 3,858 Lbs. | N/A |
| Payload | 1,623 Lbs. | 974 Lbs. | 1,157 Lbs. |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 7,700 Lbs. | 6,603 Lbs. | 7,700 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 117.9 " | 117.1 " | 117.9 " |
| Front Track | 65.6 " | 66.1 " | 66.1 " |
| Rear Track | 66.4 " | 66.9 " | 66.6 " |
| Turning Radius | 19.7 '' | 20.6 '' | 20.5 '' |
| Ground Clearance | N/A | 8.7 " | N/A |
| Drag Coefficient | N/A | .36 | .34 |
| Front Legroom | 40.3 " | 39.8 " | 41.7 " |
| Rear Legroom | 40.9 " | 37.4 " | 38.8 " |
| Third Row Legroom | N/A | N/A | 29.2 " |
| Front Headroom | 40.5 " | 40.8 " | 39.9 " |
| Rear Headroom | 39.6 " | 38.7 " | 38.8 " |
| Third Row Headroom | N/A | N/A | 35.9 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 59.3 " | 60.0 " | 59.5 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 58.3 " | 58.1 " | 58.5 " |
| Third Row Shoulder Room | N/A | N/A | 49.4 " |
| Luggage Volume | N/A | 33.9 Cu.ft. | 14.2 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | N/A | 72.3 Cu.ft. | 69.6 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 22.5 Gal. | 21.9 Gal. | 22.5 Gal. |
| Cost To Own Edit | |||
| Cost Rating | N/A | N/A | Average |
| Cost Per Mile | N/A | N/A | $1.6 |
| Depreciation | N/A | N/A | $37,484 |
| Fees and Taxes | N/A | N/A | $5,804 |
| Fuel Cost | N/A | N/A | $11,206 |
| Insurance | N/A | N/A | $9,452 |
| Maintenance | N/A | N/A | $3,041 |
| Repairs | N/A | N/A | $1,357 |
| Opportunity Costs | N/A | N/A | $1,045 |
| Total Cost | N/A | N/A | $80,166 |
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | N/A | 4 | N/A |
| Overall | N/A | 4 | N/A |
| Overall Side | N/A | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | N/A | 5 | 5 |
| Driver's | N/A | 4 | N/A |
| Side - Pole | N/A | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | N/A | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | N/A | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Barrier | N/A | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | N/A | 5 | 5 |
| Overall Rollover Rating | N/A | 4 | 4 |
| Overall Front | N/A | 4 | N/A |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | good | good | good |
| Chest | good | good | good |
| Restraints and Dummy Kinematics | good | good | good |
| Driver Torso | good | good | good |
| Overall Evaluation | good | good | good |
| Structure/safety cage | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Hip/Thigh | good | good | good |
| Structure and Safety Cage | good | good | good |
| Lower Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Overall Side | good | good | good |
| Roof Strength | good | good | good |
| Restraints | good | good | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Ease of Use | good | good | good |
| Head/Neck | good | good | good |
| Dynamic Rating | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Overall Front | good | good | good |
| Front Crash Prevention | superior | superior | superior |
| Left Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Driver Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | good | good |
