2026 BMW X5 Vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE
Plug-In Hybrid Availability
3.0-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder
2.0L inline-4 turbo with mild hybrid drive engine
4.4-liter BMW M TwinPower Turbo V-8
Handcrafted AMG® 4.0L V8 biturbo with hybrid assist
Upgrade your daily drives in Ontario and the surrounding areas with a top-tier luxury SUV. When comparing midsize models from world-class German automakers, the 2026 BMW X5 and the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE are two strong contenders. Both SUVs offer powerful engines and luxurious cabin amenities.
However, only one deserves your investment. Our team at BMW of Murrieta near Corona has broken down the significant differences between the latest BMW X5 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE. The new BMW model ultimately prevails in several key areas.
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2026 BMW X5 Vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE Performance Specs
Both of these luxury SUVs offer potent performance for your daily commutes to and from Riverside. However, when comparing the standard power of the new BMW X5 vs. the Mercedes-Benz GLE, the former provides significantly more horsepower. This power advantage continues with the top engine options, as the 2026 X5 still delivers more horsepower than the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE. Explore the available engine configurations for these SUVs below:
2026 BMW X5 Engine Specs
3.0-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder
- Standard engine on: X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i
- Horsepower: 375 hp @ 5,200-6,250 rpm
- Torque: 398 lb-ft of torque @ 1,850-5,000 rpm
- Acceleration: 0-60 mph in 5.2-5.3 seconds (xDrive40i is slightly quicker than sDrive40i)
- Maximum towing capacity: 7,200 pounds
3.0-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder with integrated electric motor
- Standard engine on: X5 xDrive50e
- Combined Horsepower: 483 hp @ 5,000-6,500 rpm
- Combined Torque: 516 lb-ft of torque @ 1,750-4,700 rpm
- Acceleration: 0-60 mph in 4.6 seconds
- Maximum towing capacity: 5,952 pounds
4.4-liter BMW M TwinPower Turbo V-8 engine
- Standard engine on: X5 M60i
- Horsepower: 523 hp @ 5,500-6,000 rpm
- Torque: 553 lb-ft of torque @ 1,800-4,600 rpm
- Acceleration: 0-60 mph in 4.2 seconds
- Maximum towing capacity: 7,200 pounds
4.4-liter BMW M TwinPower Turbo V-8
- Standard engine on: X5 M Competition
- Horsepower: 617 hp @ 6,000 rpm
- Torque: 553 lb-ft of torque @ 1,800-5,800 rpm
- Acceleration: 0-60 mph in 3.7 seconds
- Maximum towing capacity: 7,200 pounds
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE Engine Specs
2.0L inline-4 turbo with mild hybrid drive engine
Standard engine on: Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC®
- Horsepower: 255 hp @ 5,800-6,100 rpm
- Torque: 295 lb-ft @ 1,800-4,000 rpm
- Acceleration: 6.9-second 0-60 mph time (Rear-Wheel Drive) / 7.0-second 0-60 mph time (All-Wheel Drive)
- Maximum Towing Capacity: 7,700 pounds
3.0L inline-6 turbo with mild hybrid drive engine
Standard engine on: Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 4MATIC®
- Horsepower: 375 hp @ 5,500-6,100 rpm
- Torque: 369 lb-ft @ 1,600-4,500 rpm
- Acceleration: 5.3-second 0-60 mph time
- Maximum Towing Capacity: 7,700 pounds
2.0L inline-4 turbo with Plug-In Hybrid technology
- Standard engine on: Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e 4MATIC®
- Combined Horsepower: 381 hp (combined)
- Combined Torque: 479 lb-ft (combined)
- Acceleration: 5.8 sec 0-60 mph
- Maximum Towing Capacity: 7,700 pounds
4.0L V8 biturbo with mild hybrid drive
- Standard engine on: Mercedes-Benz GLE 580 4MATIC®
- Horsepower: 510 hp @ 5,500-6,100 rpm
- Torque: 538 lb-ft @ 2,000-4,000 rpm
- Acceleration: 4.3-second 0-60 mph time
- Maximum Towing Capacity: 7,700 pounds
AMG®-enhanced 3.0L inline-6 turbo with hybrid assist
- Standard engine on: Mercedes-AMG® GLE 53 4MATIC®+
- Horsepower: 429 hp @ 6,100 rpm
- Torque: 413 lb-ft @ 1,800-5,800 rpm
- Acceleration: 4.9-second 0-60 mph time
- Maximum Towing Capacity: 7,700 pounds
Handcrafted AMG® 4.0L V8 biturbo with hybrid assist
- Standard engine on: Mercedes-AMG® GLE 63 S 4MATIC®+
- Horsepower: 603 hp @ 5,750-6,500 rpm
- Torque: 627 lb-ft @ 2,500-4,500 rpm
- Acceleration: 3.7-second 0-60 mph time
- Maximum Towing Capacity: 7,700 pounds
2026 BMW X5 Vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE: Trim Levels
Both the BMW X5 and the Mercedes-Benz GLE offer a variety of engine and model options. Drivers who want the flexibility to switch between all-electric and gasoline power can opt for the BMW X5 sDrive50e or the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e 4MATIC® SUV. However, if elevated performance is your priority, you’ll want to pick an X5 model from our Murrieta new vehicle inventory. Compare the current year BMW X5 and Mercedes-Benz GLE trim selections for yourself:
2026 BMW X5 Trim Levels
- BMW X5 sDrive40i
- BMW X5 xDrive40i
- BMW X5 xDrive50e
- BMW X5 M60i
- BMW X5 M Competition
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE Trim Levels
- 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350
- 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC®
- 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 4MATIC®
- 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e 4MATIC®
- 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE 580 4MATIC®
- 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE 580 4MATIC®
- 2026 Mercedes-AMG® GLE 53 4MATIC®+
- 2026 Mercedes-AMG® GLE 63 S 4MATIC®+
- Test-Drive A 2026 BMW X5 In Murrieta
Have you decided that a new BMW X5 would make a better addition to your driveway or garage than a new Mercedes-Benz GLE? Contact us online or give us a ring at 833-613-1189 to set up your test drive. When you’re ready, you can even apply for financing online to get a head start on your exciting new purchase.