BMW X3 xDrive30e vs Mercedes-Benz GLE 300de

BMW X3 xDrive30e

Suv · Hybrid · AWD

Mercedes-Benz GLE 300de

Suv · Phev

Car A

BMW X3 xDrive30e

The BMW X3 xDrive30e blends SUV practicality with plug-in efficiency, delivering AWD assurance and space for a growing family. It offers good value in its segment if you want electric commuting with petrol flexibility, but it isn’t built for performance driving or cargo-heavy duty.

5 seatsSuvHybrid5-star safety292 hpAWDHybrid

Car B

Mercedes-Benz GLE 300de

With a long electric range and very low stated fuel use, the Mercedes-Benz GLE 300de fits road trips and growing-family duties. It mixes brisk acceleration with five-seat practicality at a premium price point.

5 seatsSuvPhev5-star safety1.1 L/100kmPlug-in hybrid

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Usage fit

Family 76 / 65

City 51 / 36

Budget / value 63 / 38

Road trip 59 / 65

Performance 34 / 22

Cargo 38 / 38

Practical 61 / 48

Premium 52 / 61

Winter 76 / 40

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW X3 xDrive30e · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLE 300de

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW X3 xDrive30e Mercedes-Benz GLE 300de

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Pros & cons

BMW X3 xDrive30e

Efficient plug-in hybrid: up to 50 km EV range and 2.4 combined consumption.
AWD traction for winter and variable weather.
Family-friendly space: 5 seats and a 550 L boot.
Balanced output (292 hp, 420 Nm) for confident everyday driving.
About 50 km EV range limits electric-only travel on longer days.
550 L cargo area may feel tight for cargo-heavy use.
Not aimed at performance driving.
Seats 5 only; no third row for larger families.

Mercedes-Benz GLE 300de

Long electric-only range (100 km) and 1.1 combined consumption make it efficient for its class
31.2 kWh battery supports meaningful EV driving between charges
550-liter cargo space and five seats suit road trips and growing families
0–100 km/h in 5.9 s enables easy highway merges and passes
Premium pricing at 70,250
Seats five only; no third row for larger families
Not aimed at performance driving despite the quick sprint
Oriented more to road trips than dense city driving

Verdict

Pick BMW X3 xDrive30e if…

Lower entry price

BMW X3 xDrive30e starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLE 300de if…

Performance & capability

Mercedes-Benz GLE 300de is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW X3 xDrive30e

Mercedes-Benz GLE 300de

Verdict

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