X4 M40d vs Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d

X4 M40d

Suv · Diesel

Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d

Suv · Diesel

Car A

X4 M40d

The BMW X4 M40d is a performance-leaning diesel SUV built for road trips and growing families, pairing strong power with usable space. Its premium price and diesel focus suit highway miles more than city errands.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety340 hp

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 safety7.3 L/100km

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilesimilar price

Usage fit

Family 65 / 68

City 28 / 28

Budget / value 29 / 28

Road trip 65 / 68

Performance 30 / 29

Cargo 37 / 43

Practical 41 / 44

Premium 65 / 65

Winter 40 / 40

Scores out of 100. Blue = X4 M40d · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d

Specs side-by-side

Spec X4 M40d Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d

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Pros & cons

X4 M40d

Strong performance: 340 hp, 700 Nm, and 0–100 km/h in 4.9 s for confident passing
Diesel efficiency (7.6 l/100 km combined) supports long-distance driving
Practical 5-seat layout and 525 L trunk for family travel
Safety ranks highly among its strengths
Premium price (74,000) won’t suit budget-focused buyers
Diesel powertrain is less suited to mostly city driving
No electric-only driving capability
Performance focus may exceed needs for relaxed commuting

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 X4 M40d if…

Lower entry price

X4 M40d starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d if…

Performance & capability

Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

X4 M40d

Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d

Verdict

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