BMW X6 xDrive30d vs Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d

BMW X6 xDrive30d

Suv · Diesel · AWD

Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d

Suv · Diesel

Car A

BMW X6 xDrive30d

The BMW X6 xDrive30d blends strong diesel torque and AWD traction with a five-seat SUV layout, suiting growing families and long trips. It leans on reliability and safety while remaining efficient for its class and quick when needed.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety6.7 L/100kmAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d

The Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d blends efficient long-distance diesel cruising with strong performance and generous cargo space for family travel. It’s a premium choice that shines on road trips more than in stop‑start city life.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety330 hp

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 76 / 68

City 31 / 28

Budget / value 51 / 28

Road trip 75 / 68

Performance 33 / 29

Cargo 40 / 43

Practical 57 / 44

Premium 61 / 65

Winter 80 / 40

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW X6 xDrive30d · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW X6 xDrive30d Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d

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Pros & cons

BMW X6 xDrive30d

AWD grip boosts confidence in winter and varied conditions
Efficient for its class at 6.7 L/100 km on long highway runs
620 Nm and 0–100 km/h in 5.5 s make overtakes effortless
Five seats and a 580 L boot work well for family road trips
Large diesel SUV is less suited to city driving and short hops
Only five seats; no third-row option for larger families
Prioritizes stability over sharp performance driving
Premium pricing around 65000 may stretch budgets

Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d

Efficient for its class on long trips (7.3 L/100 km combined).
700 Nm torque and 5.7 s 0–100 km/h make overtakes and merging easy.
630 L trunk and five seats suit growing families and luggage-heavy journeys.
Strong safety standing in its class.
Less suited to dense city driving and short commutes.
Premium pricing around 75,000 won’t fit cost-focused buyers.
Diesel powertrain won’t satisfy shoppers seeking hybrid or electric options.
Only five seats; no third row for larger families.

Verdict

Pick BMW X6 xDrive30d if…

Best fuel economy

BMW X6 xDrive30d uses 6.7 L/100km vs 7.3 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d puts out 330 hp vs 265 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW X6 xDrive30d

Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d

Verdict

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