Compare the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe vs Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe
AI generated from our expert reviews
Both coupe-SUVs feature easy-to-use infotainment setups, though their swooping rooflines mean taller adults in the rear will find their heads brushing or pressing against the ceiling in either car. The Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe brings superior practicality if you need to pull heavy loads, as it can tow more than the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe and offers the option of a third row of seats that the GLC Coupe cannot have. Once up to cruising speeds, the two diverge noticeably. While the GLC Coupe suffers on the motorway from uncomfortable suspension that sends vibrations and an audible dull thud through the cabin over rougher stretches, the GLE Coupe excels at high speeds, feeling extremely planted, quiet and comfortable.
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Compare the specs
Standard kit
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Android Auto
Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Apple CarPlay
Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Climate control
Automatically keeps the cabin at a set temperature, rather than a manual heater dial.
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Heated seats
Warms the seat itself on cold mornings.
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Leather seats
Leather (or leather-look) seat upholstery instead of cloth.
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Navigation
Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
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Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
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Android Auto
Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Apple CarPlay
Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Climate control
Automatically keeps the cabin at a set temperature, rather than a manual heater dial.
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Heated seats
Warms the seat itself on cold mornings.
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Leather seats
Leather (or leather-look) seat upholstery instead of cloth.
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Navigation
Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
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Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
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Touchscreen infotainment
A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.
Key information
| Body type SUVs | Body type SUVs |
| Available fuel types Hybrid | Available fuel types Diesel |
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Boot space, seats up 390 litres (3 suitcases) | Boot space, seats up 630 litres (5+ suitcases) Best |
| Boot space, seats down 1,335 litres | Boot space, seats down 2,060 litres Best |
| External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,764 mm x 1,890 mm x 1,614 mm | External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,941 mm x 2,018 mm x 1,730 mm |
| Towing capacity 2,000 kg | Towing capacity 2,700 kg Best |
| First year tax rate £115 Best | First year tax rate £3,420 |
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Efficiency
Efficiency refers to how far an electric car travels on a given amount of energy, based on official tests. It is measured in miles per kilowatt-hour (mi/kWh).
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Efficiency
Efficiency refers to how far an electric car travels on a given amount of energy, based on official tests. It is measured in miles per kilowatt-hour (mi/kWh).
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Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
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Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
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Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
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Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
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| Battery size 25.3 kWh | Battery size — |
| Drive type Four wheel drive | Drive type Four wheel drive |
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Drivetrain & power
| Engine name GLC 300de 4Matic 9G-Tronic | Engine name GLE 350d 4Matic 9G-Tronic |
| Engine size 2.0 L Hybrid • 333 BHP | Engine size 3.0 L Diesel • 286 BHP |
| Body type SUVs | Body type SUVs |
| Fuel type Hybrid | Fuel type Diesel |
| Transmission Automatic | Transmission Automatic |
| Drive type Four wheel drive | Drive type Four wheel drive |
| Forward gears 9 | Forward gears 9 |
| Acceleration 6.4 s (0-60 mph) | Acceleration 6.2 s (0-60 mph) Best |
| Battery size 25.3 kWh | Battery size — |
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Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
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Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
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Dimensions & space
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Number of doors 5 | Number of doors 5 |
| Boot (seats up) 390 litres | Boot (seats up) 630 litres Best |
| Boot (seats down) 1,335 litres | Boot (seats down) 2,060 litres Best |
| Length 4,764 mm | Length 4,941 mm |
| Width 1,890 mm | Width 2,018 mm |
| Height 1,614 mm | Height 1,730 mm |
| Wheelbase 2.89 m | Wheelbase 3.0 m |
| Turning circle 11.8 m | Turning circle 12.0 m |
Full features list
*Please contact the dealer for a personalised quote, including terms and conditions. Quote is subject to dealer requirements, including status and availability. Illustrations are based on personal contract hire, 9 month upfront fee, 48 month term and 8000 miles annually, VAT included.