Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d
Suv · Diesel
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Mercedes-Benz C 250d
Suv · Diesel
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 safety330 hp
Mercedes-Benz C 250d
Car B
Mercedes-Benz C 250d
The C 250d focuses on efficient, torque-rich diesel motoring with space for five and a usable 480 L trunk, suiting growing families and road trips. It prioritizes economy and everyday practicality over outright performance or cargo-heavy duties.
5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety4.2 L/100km
Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame ranking profilesame seatsstrong ranking match

Usage fit

Family 68 / 63
City 28 / 50
Budget / value 28 / 45
Road trip 68 / 52
Performance 29 / 29
Cargo 43 / 34
Practical 44 / 44
Premium 65 / 49
Winter 40 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d · Orange = Mercedes-Benz C 250d

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d Mercedes-Benz C 250d
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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 C 250d

  • Efficient for its class at 4.2 L/100 km combined
  • Ranks well for safety within its segment
  • Five seats and a 480 L trunk cover everyday family needs
  • 194 hp and 400 Nm support easy highway merging and overtakes

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Mercedes-Benz C 250d if…
Performance & capability
Mercedes-Benz C 250d is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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