

Compare the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE
View InventorySit in the driver’s seat of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE when you buy or lease this luxurious SUV at Mercedes-Benz of Kingsport. The new 2021 GLE was designed with you in mind, so hurry over to our Mercedes-Benz dealership near Johnson City, TN, to take it out for a test-drive and see how it stacks up to its competition. A member of our staff will provide a 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE review and explain the new 2021 GLE specs. We'll also help you compare the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE against competing SUVs like the 2021 Audi Q7, 2021 Lexus RX and the 2022 Acura MDX, so that you can see what sets the 2021 GLE apart from the rest!

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE Specs vs. Competition
Whether you have your eyes set on the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 or the new 2021 GLE 350 4MATIC® SUV, the specs under the hood will impress. The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE offers a standard 2.0-liter turbo engine that boasts 255 horsepower, making every drive one to remember. This potent powertrain is paired with a 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission to ensure smooth performance around every turn, and provides 26 highway mpg, saving you time and money at the pump. You’ll have to upgrade trims in some of the competing SUVs to find such a complete performance package like the 2021 GLE offers.
Features | 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE | 2021 Audi Q7 | 2021 Lexus RX | 2022 Acura MDX |
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Standard Transmission | 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission | 8-speed Tiptronic® automatic transmission | 8-speed automatic transmission w/ paddle shifters | 10-speed automatic transmission |
Highway MPG | 26 | 23 | 27 | 26 |

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE Dimensions vs. Audi Q7 & Lexus RX
The new 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE doesn’t only boast exemplary handling and performance. The 2021 GLE interior offers plenty of space the whole family will love. Passengers in the backseat will have up to 40.9 inches of legroom and ample space to stretch out and enjoy the scenic Tennessee roadways. The new Q7 interior dimensions, meanwhile, fall short in comparison. And with up to 74.9 cubic feet of cargo volume, the new 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE makes it easy to see it offers more value through and through.
Features | 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE | 2021 Audi Q7 | 2021 Lexus RX | 2022 Acura MDX |
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Max. Cargo Capacity (cu. ft.) | 74.9 | 69.6 | 32.7 | 95 |
Max. Rear Legroom (in.) | 40.9 | 38.8 | 38 | 38.5 |

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE Interior vs. the Competition
Inside the new 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE you'll find a wealth of first-class features that will make it your home away from home. With exclusive standard technologies like the Mercedes-Benz User Experience and ATTENTION ASSIST® safety technology, you can see why this Mercedes-Benz SUV is miles ahead of the Audi Q7, 2021 Lexus RX and new Acura MDX. Additionally, the 2021 GLE interior includes standard multicolor ambient lighting, injecting vibrant life into every drive.
Features | 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE | 2021 Audi Q7 | 2021 Lexus RX | 2022 Acura MDX |
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Multicolor Ambient Lighting | Standard | Optional | Optional | Optional |
ATTENTION ASSIST® | Standard | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Mercedes-Benz User Experience | Standard | N/A | N/A | N/A |