Mercedes-Benz GLE vs Toyota Fortuner Comparison

Mercedes-Benz GLE

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How they stack...

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 Toyota Fortuner GXL 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 Toyota Fortuner GXL

Best suitable for...

Driving the family

Towing

Luxury

Fuel Efficiency

85L

561 to 1105 km

80L

608 km

Warranty

5 year
warranty

MSRP

$136,600 - $273,300

$53,775 - $66,755

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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

Matt Campbell

Senior Contributor

Matt Campbell drove this car and these were their findings:

Hits

Strong turbo-diesel engine
Great reputation for reliability
Terrific off-road

Misses

Lacking safety gear in lower grades
Feels ancient inside
Annoying third-row packaging

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 Toyota Fortuner GXL review

This rugged Toyota HiLux-based off-road SUV has seven seats and a strong diesel engine, but it’s really feeling its age in 2025.

Matt Campbell

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Specs

Type
TURBO, TURBO DIESEL COMMON RAIL		TURBO DIESEL COMMON RAIL
Size (cc)
1993 - 3982		2755
Size (L)
4.0L, 3.0L, 2.0L		2.8L
Cylinders
8, 6, 4		4
Camshaft
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM		DUAL OVERHEAD CAM
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
16 - 32		16
Power
198kW - 450kW		150kW
Power RPM
4000 - 5800		3400
Torque
520Nm - 850Nm		500Nm
Torque RPM
1350 - 2500		1600
Bore Stroke
-		103.6
Compression Ratio
-		-

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