2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe vs 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser

$76,400 · Crossover

$57,200 · SUV

Comparison Overview

The initial comparison between the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe (car1) and the 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser (car2) is dominated by the significant MSRP gap: car1 starts at $76,400 while car2 is priced at $57,200, a difference of $19,200. Performance metrics show car1 offering superior output with 375 hp versus car2’s 326 hp, although car2 counters with notably higher torque at 465 lb-ft compared to car1's 369 lb-ft. Fuel economy is marginally better in the Land Cruiser, achieving 23 combined MPG versus the GLE Coupe's 21 combined MPG, despite both requiring premium fuel. Furthermore, the Land Cruiser provides substantially more utility, boasting 46.2 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the GLE Coupe's 31.6 cu ft, while the Land Cruiser is also physically taller at 75.7 inches versus 68.1 inches.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Toyota Land Cruiser

The 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser offers a slightly better 23 combined MPG and superior utility in a dense urban setting.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Toyota Land Cruiser

The Land Cruiser offers 46.2 cu ft of cargo capacity, significantly more than car1’s 31.6 cu ft, making it more practical for family needs.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe

The Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe generates 375 hp and 369 lb-ft, exceeding the Land Cruiser’s 326 hp output.

💰 Best Value

2026 Toyota Land Cruiser

The Land Cruiser presents a $19,200 lower entry price while offering superior cargo volume and comparable fuel economy.

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

The buyer prioritizes raw horsepower, as the GLE Coupe produces 375 hp compared to the Land Cruiser's 326 hp.
A preference exists for the agility implied by the lower overall height (68.1 inches) and 9-speed automatic transmission.
The buyer is willing to pay a $76,400 MSRP premium for the Mercedes-Benz badge and styling.

Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser if...

Maximizing storage space is crucial, given the Land Cruiser’s 46.2 cu ft cargo capacity versus 31.6 cu ft in car1.
The buyer seeks higher torque figures, as the Land Cruiser delivers 465 lb-ft, substantially more than car1’s 369 lb-ft.
A focus on budget results in selecting the model with the $19,200 lower starting MSRP.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe	Toyota Land Cruiser
Length	194.5"	196.4"
Width	79.3"	77.9"
Height	68.1"	75.7"
Wheelbase	115.6"	112.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Toyota
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear 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
Brake Drying	✓	—
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	—
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Adaptive Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	—	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	—	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Toyota
Base Engine Displacement	3.0 L	2.4 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	375 hp @ 5800 rpm	326 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque	369 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm	465 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm
Number of Valves	24	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Toyota
Transmission Type	9-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	four wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	Limited Slip
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
4WD System Type	—	Full Time
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Electronic Hi-Lo
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Toyota
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/25 MPG	22/25 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	23 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	427.5/562.5 mi.	393.8/447.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	22.5 gal.	17.9 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Toyota
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls 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	✓	—
Cruise Control	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	—
Rear Door Pockets	✓	—
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Toyota
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	8.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Subwoofer Count	2	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	—
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	6 months	3 months
Speaker System	—	6

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Toyota
Front Head Room	40.5 in.	40.1 in.
Front Leg Room	40.3 in.	43.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.3 in.	58.5 in.
Front Hip Room	60.8 in.	55.4 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	10-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	10-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	3	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Cloth	—	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	—	6-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	6-way

Rearseats

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Toyota
Rear Head Room	36.9 in.	39.3 in.
Rear Leg Room	40.9 in.	36.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.3 in.	59.2 in.
Rear Hip Room	59.8 in.	57.0 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Toyota
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	20 x 9.0 in	18 x 7.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	275/50R20	245/70R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Full Size Matching
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted

Suspension

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Toyota
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	—
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Front Suspension Type	—	Independent

Warranty

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Toyota
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	6 yr./ 62000 mi.	8 yr./ 100000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	2 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	2 yr./ 25000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe and 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Which vehicle offers better highway fuel economy?

Both vehicles achieve an identical 25 MPG on the highway cycle. However, the 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser pulls ahead slightly in the city cycle, delivering 22 MPG versus the GLE Coupe's 19 MPG.

How much does the drivetrain differ between the two models?

Car1 uses an all-wheel drive system paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission. Car2 employs a four-wheel drive system coupled with an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission, reflecting its more rugged SUV design.

Is the Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe significantly smaller than the Land Cruiser?

Dimensionally, the Land Cruiser is longer (196.4 inches vs 194.5 inches) and significantly taller (75.7 inches vs 68.1 inches). The GLE Coupe is slightly wider at 79.3 inches compared to 77.9 inches for the Land Cruiser.

Do both SUVs require premium fuel?

Yes, based on the provided specifications, both the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe and the 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser require premium unleaded fuel for operation.

What is the primary advantage of the Land Cruiser’s torque versus the GLE Coupe’s horsepower?

The Land Cruiser’s higher torque figure (465 lb-ft) suggests stronger pulling power at lower engine speeds, beneficial for towing or low-speed crawling, while the GLE Coupe’s higher horsepower (375 hp) indicates a potential advantage in top-end acceleration.

What is the difference in base cost for these two crossover/SUV models?

The price gap is substantial, with the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe commanding an MSRP of $76,400. The 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser undercuts this significantly, starting at just $57,200, saving the buyer $19,200 immediately.