Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d vs X4 xDrive30d — full comparison

Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d

Suv · Diesel

vs

X4 xDrive30d

Suv · Diesel · AWD

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

X4 xDrive30d

Car B

X4 xDrive30d

A diesel AWD SUV that fits growing families and road trips, pairing strong performance with efficiency for its class. Less compelling for tight city use or performance-first driving.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety6.1 L/100kmAWD

Why compared better on fuelbetter valuecomparison picksame body typesame powertrainsame seats

Usage fit

Family 68 / 75

City 28 / 33

Budget / value 28 / 54

Road trip 68 / 70

Performance 29 / 33

Cargo 43 / 37

Practical 44 / 56

Premium 65 / 60

Winter 40 / 80

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d · Orange = X4 xDrive30d

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d X4 xDrive30d

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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.
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.

X4 xDrive30d

AWD traction and SUV stance suit year‑round, wintery conditions
Efficient for its class (6.1 combined) makes long‑distance travel affordable
525‑liter boot and five seats accommodate family gear with ease
Strong mid‑range shove (265 hp, 620 Nm; 0–100 km/h in 5.8 s) for effortless overtakes
Diesel and size are less ideal for short urban hops and tight parking
If you prioritize performance driving, sharper options exist
Price point may stretch tighter budgets despite solid value
No electrified powertrain or EV range for zero‑emission commuting

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 X4 xDrive30d if…

All-wheel drive

X4 xDrive30d's AWD adds real-world confidence in wet, icy, or mixed-weather conditions.

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