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Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d
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Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43
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Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d
Car A
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 safety7.3 L/100km
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43
Car B
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 mixes strong V6 biturbo pace with everyday practicality for growing families and road trips. Expect higher fuel use and premium pricing in return.
5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety390 hp
Why compared different powertrainsame body typesame brandsame seats

Usage fit

Family 68 / 74
City 28 / 37
Budget / value 28 / 44
Road trip 68 / 57
Performance 29 / 33
Cargo 43 / 38
Practical 44 / 49
Premium 65 / 56
Winter 40 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d · Orange = Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43
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Pros & cons

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.

Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43

  • V6 biturbo punch (390 hp, 520 Nm) makes passing and merging easy
  • Quick 0–100 km/h in 4.9 s with 250 km/h top speed headroom
  • Seats 5 with a useful 550 L trunk for family gear and travel
  • Signals point to a high safety standing for added peace of mind

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d uses 7.3 L/100km vs 10.9 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 if…
More power
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 puts out 390 hp vs 330 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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