Test drove the 2022 MB 350 GLE last week. Fell in love with the car. Received my car of choice in one week. This my 6th MB over a 20 year period. Love the looks 21 inch wheels and great gas mileage. 25 gal tank. With the high price of gasoline now.. this is a big Game Changer. The ride is excellent and you get most of the luxury features found in their big sedans. Being able to receive in one week my color choice with all the necessary options I wanted with 21 inch 5 spoke wheels and a smaller engine was a no brainer.
I have a 2023 BMW X5 xDrive45e and so far I'm very happy. It is robust, feels sporty and strong, drives like a bull and has quality all around. My friend has a Mercedes GLE 350 and also drives and looks good but is more soft, standard 4 Cyl and the unified screen replaced many buttons. I had the option to buy the BMW or the MB, but highly preferred the BMW. For me it looks much more sporty, more robust, comes with 3 yrs, included service and the best of all mine had a $7500 tax credit. I beliewe women will be more towards the MB and men towards the BMW,.
I think Mercedes is great for someone that prioritizes flare and flashy elegance… while BMW is great for someone who wants the best German luxury and an exciting driving experience too. For anyone comparing these two vehicles please test drive them both, you’ll see what I mean.
I like the front end, stance and interior of the merc. Current car is an M550i but would def cross shop the two of these. I would think the BMW has a sportier driving feel to it and I like the back end and double tail gate. A nice feature you don't see on too many vehicles.
Thanks for this video and review. I enjoyed your commentary on the vehicles. I have been thinking about the GLE 350 or 450 4 Matic. The GLE looks better to me the BMW front grill on their vehicles I do not like as much. I am not familiar with the one you prefer. Have you done a test ride of the GLE that I can check out?
nice to see them next to each other... the bmw lights are striking - both front and rear. the front of the merc is sharp and the amg line gives it an athletic stance. the back half of the merc is underwhelming though - looks like the ML of 20 years ago. as for interiors the merc doesn't seem to have much of a benefit for moving the gear selector up to the stalk, could use that space better. like that bmw has angled things back to the driver, after all it's a drivers' car. the merc interiors are always luxurious but looks a little tacky in places like the fake vents next to the screen. i'm sure it's an opulent experience but not sure it all fits together as cleanly as the bmw. fit follows function in these cars, the x5 is sporty and the merc is luxury - both are great vehicles and can't really go wrong
As a BMW owner, the exterior on a BMW is the hands down the best but the interior looks the same in a 2002 model as it does in the 2023. The Mercedes interior looks a 1,000% better.
For me the BMW tailgate is what I call a "DEAL BREAKER". Talk about seriously inconvenient, especially when putting in heavy groceries, cases of water, etc etc.
Test drove a new GLE 350, I was really expecting to love it. Just the opposite though, the interior felt kind of cheap, and the drive, handling, everything really, felt like a bouncy mid-range caravan. The dash being very straight across with a kind of cheap looking steering wheel sticking out, it just reminded me of a old buick. Not saying everyone will love the X5, but it is much more refined, much better engine (IMHO), more reliable (read user reviews of the newer GLE's......), and definitely a more sporty drive. If you are looking to spend big $$ on a soccer parent car, the GLE maybe is a good choice.....
Drove the GLE400d in the UK fully optioned. Was a horrendous drive wanted to turn around and take it back to the dealership after 20 mins. Ride and handling were poor even in air suspension. The ride crashed and fidgeted endlessly. Transmission tunnel intrusion was unacceptable in RHD. Driving the Cayenne was in contrast a wonderful experience. Drive the X5 45e in a couple of weeks will then make a decision. Wanted to like the Merc, but a flawed product.
Benz needs to use less fake grills the ac vent looks weird to me and the fake lower front grill makes it look cheap lol. But I do love the Benz shifter screens and center console.
Bmw has as much fake grill/vents as mercedes...and the reason is because they dont have big powerful engines like gle63s or x5m has so they dont need that much air to cool them down. The fake went just makes it more aerodynamic and creates less drag. Thats the reason
All automatic transmissions are electronically operated, why does any manufacturer still utilize a shift lever, whether on the steering column or the console? Push buttons do the job efficiently and don’t waste space. By the way, no contest in the physical appearance, the Mercedes Benz is much more attractive.
Hi maybe you can help me I drove as a passenger and a BMW I have some disabilities I have rheumatoid arthritis in my hips and knees and it was easy to get into the BMW but I found it a little small and not so comfortable is the Mercedes a little wider and is it much taller would you say it’s harder or easier for a 5 foot woman to get into with disabilities this is my dealbreaker I truly love the Mercedes aesthetically wise but I need some thing but may be a few more grab bars to help get in and out of the vehicle I’m used to using a suburban but unfortunately it’s too tall for me now and too hard to get in and out of I’m also interested in something what air suspension would you recommend anything for me and the Mercedes line thank you
Hi! We do this a lot at the dealership - trying on vehicles to decide which one fits best. The GLE is super comfy and had great grab handles but is tall. The GLC has a much lower entry point but might not be cushy enough? You'll have to try getting in and out of both to see what fits!
I really want to love the GLE but like it was said above a couple of times, it’s pretty much underwhelming. The BMW has a much better look overall. I don’t hate the GLE though. I do think the GLE is much classier, BMW much sportier. BMW wins for me but I am a fan of both.
Maybe if your bias you’re not the best to give side by side comparisons. BMW gives you a three year complimentary maintenances, Merc does not. I have owned 2 Merc’s, I am switching to the X5 next vehicle.
just take a ride with both!!!!!!!!!!!! The feeling in the X5 is much better than in the GLE! If you are not that tall i also recommend the X5 cause its more easy to look outside from the cabine! I agree that the talegate in the X5 is uncomfortable for pets and if you open the lower part you are just much much to far from the boot!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I do really like this review/show and tell, it clearly compared side by side unlike most youtubers. I am curious which one was higher? It is a bit misleading from the camera angles I couldn't pick one.
Thank you! My whole lot is hilly so the BMW is parked higher on the hill but the suspension is a little bit lowered. I would say on the standard models with standard suspension they would be equal.
Really bad review, just highlighting non sense and irrelevant stuff. I won’t tell you what I think about the cars but as you ask so many times to get my comments, here you go “your review is really bad”
And she’s right. There is a bit more elegance in a conservative way though… The Bimmer is a driver’s Suv. The Merc has the win in the fancy interior and back seat room. That is until you compare the X5 Competition vs the AMG Merc SL 63. That Comp BMW X5 lays waste and smokes any untuned AMG Merc GLE 63. Period! 😳
You never really like this BMW X5 I must say,,, I. hate Mercedes they are overrated .. BMWs are more powerful than Mercedes,,,, Mercedes are old fashioned
I have driven many of both cars. X5 feels more dry and powerfull The merc is soft and seems to be a bit quieter. The merc is much nicer interior but it's very plastic'y. You guys should review a new kia sportage they are shockingly serious now within the suv market 😄 🤣 😂 I know... KIA.... when I got in one last week I nearly passed out with the quality and features. Good video 📹👍 👌 good review
I love GLE exterior but that handles in the middle of the arm rest area...that's not just ugly but it ruined the whole interior. Kia Telluride has similar handles but it integrated with the interior design so it doesn't bother but this handle for Mercedes, they need to change the design immediately, also four air vents under the screen, it look like a cheap quality toy train, very disappointed with the GLE interior, and it could be a deal breaker although I really LOVE the exterior.
Thanks for the review you’re message was loud and clear I’m definitely buying the BMW X5.
Lmao. Kinda like how CNBC pushes stocks.
@@shinraorg cnbc tsla bears crying lmao
100% agree
Test drove the 2022 MB 350 GLE last week.
Fell in love with the car. Received my car of choice in one week. This my 6th MB over a 20 year period. Love the looks 21 inch wheels and great gas mileage. 25 gal tank. With the high price of gasoline now.. this is a big Game Changer. The ride is excellent and you get most of the luxury features found in their big sedans.
Being able to receive in one week my color choice with all the necessary options I wanted with 21 inch 5 spoke wheels and a smaller engine was a no brainer.
I have a 2023 BMW X5 xDrive45e and so far I'm very happy. It is robust, feels sporty and strong, drives like a bull and has quality all around. My friend has a Mercedes GLE 350 and also drives and looks good but is more soft, standard 4 Cyl and the unified screen replaced many buttons. I had the option to buy the BMW or the MB, but highly preferred the BMW. For me it looks much more sporty, more robust, comes with 3 yrs, included service and the best of all mine had a $7500 tax credit. I beliewe women will be more towards the MB and men towards the BMW,.
Great video. Thank you! Just ordered 2024 GLE 450. I explored both very carefully
Not a biased review at all! Wow.
Lol
Exactly let me guess which one she advocates for and loves hmmm I can throw a star and guess lol
🤣😂🤣😂
I think Mercedes is great for someone that prioritizes flare and flashy elegance… while BMW is great for someone who wants the best German luxury and an exciting driving experience too.
For anyone comparing these two vehicles please test drive them both, you’ll see what I mean.
I give the win to the interior in the Merc, but that Bimmer will own that Merc in the better driving category.
I’ve had the gle350 same package n I’m ready to return it. Lots of little tech issues . Going over bumps I feel like the whole car shifts ..
I like the front end, stance and interior of the merc. Current car is an M550i but would def cross shop the two of these. I would think the BMW has a sportier driving feel to it and I like the back end and double tail gate. A nice feature you don't see on too many vehicles.
That's not LED on the x5, it was LASER light.
BMW x5 45e much better even than MB GLE 450.
I agree with you!
Both are good, you were not biased at all. That said I still prefer the Bimmer
The air suspension on the X5 was set way too high, did u do that intentionally to make it appear uglier compared to the GLE?
Yep! Not comparing apples to apples. Compare the M to the AMG and come back!!
Love the GLE my only issue which is minor is the phone charging port it’s a tad tough to toss your phone in
Thanks for this video and review. I enjoyed your commentary on the vehicles. I have been thinking about the GLE 350 or 450 4 Matic. The GLE looks better to me the BMW front grill on their vehicles I do not like as much. I am not familiar with the one you prefer. Have you done a test ride of the GLE that I can check out?
Yes, I think I went for several GLE test drives. Please check out the Test Drive section of my page!
The X5 power difference to the merc swings it for me so much so I ordered one.
Great video! I’m definitely ready to get my GLE 350!
Good choice!
The Mercedes is my choice. The simple but elegant lines spells understated luxury.
nice to see them next to each other... the bmw lights are striking - both front and rear. the front of the merc is sharp and the amg line gives it an athletic stance. the back half of the merc is underwhelming though - looks like the ML of 20 years ago. as for interiors the merc doesn't seem to have much of a benefit for moving the gear selector up to the stalk, could use that space better. like that bmw has angled things back to the driver, after all it's a drivers' car. the merc interiors are always luxurious but looks a little tacky in places like the fake vents next to the screen. i'm sure it's an opulent experience but not sure it all fits together as cleanly as the bmw. fit follows function in these cars, the x5 is sporty and the merc is luxury - both are great vehicles and can't really go wrong
I totally agree, but this revieuw clearly has a strong preference for Mercedes, without comparing the technical data.
My channel name is BenzBlogger. I will always be on the side of Benz.
@@Benzblogger then why do a comparison?
My point exactly. It’s one of the dumbest videos ever!!
As a BMW owner, the exterior on a BMW is the hands down the best but the interior looks the same in a 2002 model as it does in the 2023. The Mercedes interior looks a 1,000% better.
I love the GLE. Looks more matured and professional for me.
I too prefer the looks of the GLE!
Seriously biased. I'm so happy I got The BMW X5. No matter how you look at these two, the BMW is more attractive.
Thank You Almighty God for blessing me with Your grace I will buy one of each of them
BMW all the way! Great quality materials and car for a driver. Driving Pleasure!
The GLE for sure 🤝
i drive gle350 now but will sell and buy bmw xdrive45e 2022 because bmw more fieel more comfortable look more style and younger.
Both are perfect, but BMW more perfect than GLE, if you want more power and less fuel and price and better performance than GLE…
The BMW seems more athletic and sporty and the Mercedes seems like a luxury cruiser.
For me the BMW tailgate is what I call a "DEAL BREAKER". Talk about seriously inconvenient, especially when putting in heavy groceries, cases of water, etc etc.
Hands down GLE! Not even close.
bmw x5 all the way
Definitely Bmw looks and features!
This was more of a subjective review not objective....she clearly like the mercy better
I go by BenzBlogger. :)
@@Benzblogger got it....makes perfect since...👌🏿
@@Benzbloggerwhy make such a stupid video if you favor one over the other. Typical woman that knows nothing about cars
GLE 450e Plug in hybrid or BMW x5 Plug in hybrid
Test drove a new GLE 350, I was really expecting to love it. Just the opposite though, the interior felt kind of cheap, and the drive, handling, everything really, felt like a bouncy mid-range caravan. The dash being very straight across with a kind of cheap looking steering wheel sticking out, it just reminded me of a old buick. Not saying everyone will love the X5, but it is much more refined, much better engine (IMHO), more reliable (read user reviews of the newer GLE's......), and definitely a more sporty drive. If you are looking to spend big $$ on a soccer parent car, the GLE maybe is a good choice.....
BMW always !!
For me the Mercedes GLE is the one.
Drove the GLE400d in the UK fully optioned. Was a horrendous drive wanted to turn around and take it back to the dealership after 20 mins. Ride and handling were poor even in air suspension. The ride crashed and fidgeted endlessly. Transmission tunnel intrusion was unacceptable in RHD. Driving the Cayenne was in contrast a wonderful experience. Drive the X5 45e in a couple of weeks will then make a decision. Wanted to like the Merc, but a flawed product.
How did the X5 compare with the Cayenne??
BMW all the way
Benz needs to use less fake grills the ac vent looks weird to me and the fake lower front grill makes it look cheap lol. But I do love the Benz shifter screens and center console.
Bmw has as much fake grill/vents as mercedes...and the reason is because they dont have big powerful engines like gle63s or x5m has so they dont need that much air to cool them down. The fake went just makes it more aerodynamic and creates less drag. Thats the reason
@@ode1854 what about the ac vents? Yeah they try to make it symmetrical but it actually makes it look worse in my opinion.
@@matthewburno ahh, i thought you ment the outside
@@matthewburno meant
@@ode1854 I meant both
I think review should be objective, this sounds like a biased review highlighting Benz more than BMW.
Hence the channel name
All automatic transmissions are electronically operated, why does any manufacturer still utilize a shift lever, whether on the steering column or the console? Push buttons do the job efficiently and don’t waste space.
By the way, no contest in the physical appearance, the Mercedes Benz is much more attractive.
For baby boomers.
GLE looks luxurious and trendy. BMW is still old school student
Most older people prefer Mecerdes than BMW
Hi maybe you can help me I drove as a passenger and a BMW I have some disabilities I have rheumatoid arthritis in my hips and knees and it was easy to get into the BMW but I found it a little small and not so comfortable is the Mercedes a little wider and is it much taller would you say it’s harder or easier for a 5 foot woman to get into with disabilities this is my dealbreaker I truly love the Mercedes aesthetically wise but I need some thing but may be a few more grab bars to help get in and out of the vehicle I’m used to using a suburban but unfortunately it’s too tall for me now and too hard to get in and out of I’m also interested in something what air suspension would you recommend anything for me and the Mercedes line thank you
Hi! We do this a lot at the dealership - trying on vehicles to decide which one fits best. The GLE is super comfy and had great grab handles but is tall. The GLC has a much lower entry point but might not be cushy enough? You'll have to try getting in and out of both to see what fits!
bmw x5 anyday.
GLE for sure!
I really want to love the GLE but like it was said above a couple of times, it’s pretty much underwhelming. The BMW has a much better look overall. I don’t hate the GLE though. I do think the GLE is much classier, BMW much sportier. BMW wins for me but I am a fan of both.
Maybe if your bias you’re not the best to give side by side comparisons. BMW gives you a three year complimentary maintenances, Merc does not. I have owned 2 Merc’s, I am switching to the X5 next vehicle.
BMW X5
just take a ride with both!!!!!!!!!!!! The feeling in the X5 is much better than in the GLE! If you are not that tall i also recommend the X5 cause its more easy to look outside from the cabine! I agree that the talegate in the X5 is uncomfortable for pets and if you open the lower part you are just much much to far from the boot!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The legroom on the right knee from the drivers prospective is almost that bad than in a Range Rover
GLE❤
Design and looks are subjective. But performance and reliability are objectives.
thank you!!!
Mercedes is an ugly old mens car. Interior looks cheap. Bmw is amazing!
Yeah keep telling yourself that😹
I do really like this review/show and tell, it clearly compared side by side unlike most youtubers. I am curious which one was higher? It is a bit misleading from the camera angles I couldn't pick one.
Thank you! My whole lot is hilly so the BMW is parked higher on the hill but the suspension is a little bit lowered. I would say on the standard models with standard suspension they would be equal.
I don’t like the roof racks and all Mercedes suvs have them so annoying. I do believe they can be removed though 🙂
BMW👌🏻
Hi from Istanbul.
Thank you for this compare.I like your promotion.
Good job👏
Bmw forever
the gle doesn’t have any presence. x5 stands out and looks a lot better to me.
Always Benz is mass 🔥
I say it depends on which color options you get.
What do you mean?! Dont you see how bulky and mean gle front looks compared to x5
Really bad review, just highlighting non sense and irrelevant stuff. I won’t tell you what I think about the cars but as you ask so many times to get my comments, here you go “your review is really bad”
And she’s right. There is a bit more elegance in a conservative way though…
The Bimmer is a driver’s Suv. The Merc has the win in the fancy interior and back seat room. That is until you compare the X5 Competition vs the AMG Merc SL 63. That Comp BMW X5 lays waste and smokes any untuned AMG Merc GLE 63. Period! 😳
Why do you compare the BMW x6 m
we are not borge, love b m w
What year are these?
I believe 2020 and 2021
I hate the fake air vent of the Mercedes in the middle of the dash.
You may say it doesn't matter. But why Mercedes, why?
You never really like this BMW X5 I must say,,, I. hate Mercedes they are overrated .. BMWs are more powerful than Mercedes,,,, Mercedes are old fashioned
This comparison seemed so biased ngl
Definitely the BMW. I have the same X5 though. LOL
GLE FOR ME!
Bmw X5 better for me 👍
Front Merc Rear BMW under the hood BMW ......
Finally a bmw guy who likes front of the gle🙌
should be comparing the x5 45e with a gle450
Bmw has laser lights
Best of Rivals...
thanks for a biased review. Definitely buying BMW.
Exterior: BMW Interior: Mercedes
Not a fan of the running board on the GLE
it looks awful
BMW all the way....
Dealbreaker is no usb or climate control for back passengers
The Benz ! I don't like the eye glasses look of the BMW .
Always Mercedes...
Bmw is way better and it shows
Biased review
BMW is still better selling than Mercedes
Mercedes is not sportive at all. The fake exhausts are the best proof of it.
😹bozo whos buying big suv for performance.
This is the most biased review ever.
i dont agree! The X5 is the unreached SUV
BMW, but a 750i
Why bother…. You hate BMW…. Obviously a MBZ sales girl
underpowered mercedes
X5
I have driven many of both cars.
X5 feels more dry and powerfull
The merc is soft and seems to be a bit quieter.
The merc is much nicer interior but it's very plastic'y.
You guys should review a new kia sportage they are shockingly serious now within the suv market 😄 🤣 😂
I know... KIA.... when I got in one last week I nearly passed out with the quality and features.
Good video 📹👍 👌 good review
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Mercedes 4 vents inside are ugly as hell
BMW
I love GLE exterior but that handles in the middle of the arm rest area...that's not just ugly but it ruined the whole interior. Kia Telluride has similar handles but it integrated with the interior design so it doesn't bother but this handle for Mercedes, they need to change the design immediately, also four air vents under the screen, it look like a cheap quality toy train, very disappointed with the GLE interior, and it could be a deal breaker although I really LOVE the exterior.
Mercedes is luxury all the way. BMW suv are just not it. I have had both. X5 is just basic compared to Mercedes. This is after owning both