Mercedes-Benz GLE vs Mazda CX-70 Comparison

Mercedes-Benz GLE

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Mazda CX-70

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GLE

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CX-70

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CarExpert Rating

Very Good

Read the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE review

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Excellent

An outstanding car in almost every way. A joy to drive, packed with great features, and highly recommended.

Very Good

A well-rounded car that's enjoyable to drive, offers great value or features, and is easy to recommend.

Good

A solid choice that does most things well. Comfortable, capable, and worth considering in this segment.

Average

Meets the standard for this segment. May not stand out, but still a dependable and reasonable option.

Below Average

Falls a bit behind others in the segment, but still passes safety checks and may suit specific needs or budgets.

CarExpert Rating

Very Good

Read the 2025 Mazda CX-70 G50e Azami review

This rating has been converted from our previous rating system. Read about our new review ratings.

Excellent

An outstanding car in almost every way. A joy to drive, packed with great features, and highly recommended.

Very Good

A well-rounded car that's enjoyable to drive, offers great value or features, and is easy to recommend.

Good

A solid choice that does most things well. Comfortable, capable, and worth considering in this segment.

Average

Meets the standard for this segment. May not stand out, but still a dependable and reasonable option.

Below Average

Falls a bit behind others in the segment, but still passes safety checks and may suit specific needs or budgets.

Based on the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 d 4MATIC

Based on the Mazda CX-70 G50E AZAMI SP

Best suitable for...

Driving the family

Towing

Luxury

Fuel Efficiency

85L

561 to 1105 km

58L

313 to 470 km

Warranty

5 year
warranty

MSRP

$136,600 - $273,300

$76,220 - $88,720

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CarExpert's Take

James Wong

Marketplace Editor

James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:

Hits

Six-cylinder diesel is a beauty
Comfort-focused drive is plush
Updated tech works well

Misses

$30,000 dearer than equivalent X5
Still needs (expensive) options ticked
Cabin execution feels underdone

Jack Quick

Contributor

Jack Quick drove this car and these were their findings:

Hits

Luxuriously equipped
Huge boot and second-row space
Effortless highway cruiser

Misses

Not different enough from the CX-90
Loves to drink petrol around town
Transmission can feel stuttery

Reviews

Very Good

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE review

The updated GLE SUV pushes further upmarket with its pricing, but the recipe remains the same – does it justify $30,000 over an X5?

James Wong

Very Good

2025 Mazda CX-70 G50e Azami review

Australia is the only right-hand drive market to get the luxurious five-seat CX-70 and there could be a reason for that.

Jack Quick

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Specs

Type
TURBO		TURBO DIESEL COMMON RAIL, TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION
Size (cc)
1993 - 3982		3283
Size (L)
4.0L, 3.0L, 2.0L		3.3L
Cylinders
8, 6, 4		6
Camshaft
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM		DUAL OVERHEAD CAM
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
16 - 32		24
Power
198kW - 450kW		187kW - 254kW
Power RPM
4000 - 5800		3750 - 5000
Torque
520Nm - 850Nm		500Nm - 550Nm
Torque RPM
1350 - 2500		1500 - 2000
Bore Stroke
-		-
Compression Ratio
-		-

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