2025 GMC Yukon vs 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class

$66,900 · SUV

$61,850 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical disparity between the 2025 GMC Yukon and the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class lies in fuel economy, where the GLE-Class achieves a combined 23 MPG compared to the Yukon's 17 MPG, a difference of 6 MPG, despite the Yukon requiring less expensive regular unleaded fuel. Power figures clearly favor the Yukon, boasting 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque against the GLE's 255 hp and 295 lb-ft. However, the GLE undercuts the Yukon in base pricing by $5,050, starting at $61,850 versus $66,900. Size comparison reveals the Yukon's 210.1-inch length and 76.5-inch height, resulting in slightly less dedicated cargo space (25.5 cu ft) than the smaller GLE-Class's 33.3 cu ft. The performance gap is substantial, with the Yukon delivering 100 more horsepower to justify its higher sticker price and lower efficiency.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class wins for commuters due to its superior 23 MPG combined fuel economy versus the Yukon's 17 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 GMC Yukon

The 2025 GMC Yukon is preferred for families due to its significantly larger overall dimensions, including a height of 76.5 inches, suggesting superior cabin volume.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 GMC Yukon

The 2025 GMC Yukon appeals more to driving enthusiasts by offering 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque, substantially outperforming the GLE's power output.

💰 Best Value

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class provides better initial value, priced $5,050 lower than the Yukon while offering better fuel economy.

Choose the GMC Yukon if...

Maximum power output is critical, as the 2025 Yukon produces 355 hp.
You require the substantial physical size indicated by its 210.1-inch length and 76.5-inch height.
You prefer using regular unleaded fuel over premium fuel required by the competitor.

Choose the Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class if...

Fuel cost management is a priority, given the GLE-Class's 23 MPG combined rating.
A lower initial purchase price is desired, as the GLE starts $5,050 less expensive.
Greater usable storage space is needed, evidenced by the GLE's 33.3 cu ft of cargo capacity.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	GMC Yukon	Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class
Length	210.1"	194.3"
Width	81.0"	76.7"
Height	76.5"	70.7"
Wheelbase	121.0"	117.9"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	GMC	Mercedes-Benz
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	—
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	—
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	—
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	✓	—
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	2	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Brake Drying	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	GMC	Mercedes-Benz
Base Engine Displacement	5.3 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	355 hp @ 5600 rpm	255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque	383 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm	295 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Overhead valves (OHV)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	✓	—

Drive Train

Feature	GMC	Mercedes-Benz
Transmission Type	10-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive
Rear Differential Type	Limited Slip	—

Fuel

Feature	GMC	Mercedes-Benz
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	15/20 MPG	21/28 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	17 MPG	23 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	360.0/480.0 mi.	472.5/630.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	24.0 gal.	22.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	GMC	Mercedes-Benz
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	✓
Side View Camera	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Leatherette Steering Wheel	✓	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	—
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Sun Sensor	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Cruise Control	—	✓
Rear Door Pockets	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	GMC	Mercedes-Benz
Infotainment Display	16.8 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	Bose	—
Speaker System	10	—
Subwoofer Count	1	2
Surround Audio	Discrete	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	6 months

Power Feature

Feature	GMC	Mercedes-Benz
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Moonroof Type	—	1st Row Power Glass

Frontseats

Feature	GMC	Mercedes-Benz
Front Head Room	42.3 in.	40.5 in.
Front Leg Room	44.5 in.	40.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	65.5 in.	59.3 in.
Front Hip Room	61.5 in.	60.8 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	10-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	10-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	3

Rearseats

Feature	GMC	Mercedes-Benz
Rear Head Room	38.9 in.	36.9 in.
Rear Leg Room	42.0 in.	40.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	64.7 in.	58.3 in.
Rear Hip Room	61.3 in.	59.8 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Power Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	GMC	Mercedes-Benz
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	20 x 9.0 in	19 x 8.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	275/60R20	255/50R19
Spare Tire Type	Full Size Non-Matching	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Material	—	Alloy

Suspension

Feature	GMC	Mercedes-Benz
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	GMC	Mercedes-Benz
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ 100000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ unlimited mi.	—
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	6 yr./ 62000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 GMC Yukon and 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class.

How does the fuel requirement impact the total cost of ownership between these two vehicles?

The 2025 GMC Yukon uses regular unleaded with a 17 MPG combined rating, whereas the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class requires premium fuel while achieving 23 MPG combined. The higher efficiency of the GLE may offset the increased cost of premium fuel, but the Yukon uses a cheaper grade.

Which vehicle offers significantly more outright power for acceleration?

The 2025 GMC Yukon is the clear performance leader in terms of raw output, delivering 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque. This is 100 hp more than the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class, which produces 255 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque.

Is the smaller Mercedes GLE-Class more practical for cargo than the larger GMC Yukon?

Surprisingly, yes; the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class offers 33.3 cubic feet of cargo capacity, surpassing the larger 2025 GMC Yukon's 25.5 cubic feet in this specific measurement.

What is the primary benefit of the Yukon's larger exterior dimensions?

The Yukon’s larger footprint, evidenced by its 210.1-inch length versus the GLE's 194.3 inches, typically translates to more substantial passenger space, particularly in the third row (though not explicitly detailed here).

How do the transmissions differ between the two SUVs?

The 2025 GMC Yukon is paired with a 10-speed shiftable automatic transmission, giving it one extra gear over the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class, which utilizes a 9-speed shiftable automatic transmission.

Which vehicle has the lower starting price, and by how much?

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class has the lower Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price, starting at $61,850. This is $5,050 less than the 2025 GMC Yukon's base MSRP of $66,900.