2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class vs 2026 INFINITI QX60

$61,850 · Crossover

$51,590 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class exudes sophisticated luxury, boasting a standard setup that emphasizes RWD dynamics and robust build quality, commanding an MSRP of $61,850. While its 255 hp output is slightly less potent than its rival, the GLE delivers superior cargo utility with 33.3 cu ft, despite its slightly shorter 194.3-inch length. Conversely, the 2026 INFINITI QX60 dives into the segment with aggressive value, starting at a compelling $51,590, a difference of $10,260. The QX60 technically leads in peak power with 268 hp and achieves a marginally better combined 24 MPG. However, the QX60 suffers significantly in utility, offering only 14.5 cu ft of cargo space, suggesting the Mercedes prioritizes practical volume in its more expensive package. Both utilize a 9-speed automatic transmission, but the fundamental front-wheel drive orientation of the QX60 contrasts with the GLE's rear-wheel-drive bias.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 INFINITI QX60

The INFINITI QX60 wins for commuters due to its $10,260 lower starting MSRP, making daily ownership more financially accessible.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class

The Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class is the clear family winner, offering an expansive 33.3 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the QX60's 14.5 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class

Enthusiasts will prefer the GLE-Class for its standard rear-wheel-drive configuration, suggesting a more engaging driving feel than the QX60's FWD layout.

💰 Best Value

2026 INFINITI QX60

The 2026 INFINITI QX60 offers significantly better value, priced $10,260 less while providing slightly higher horsepower (268 hp vs. 255 hp).

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

You prioritize maximum storage space, benefiting from the GLE's segment-leading 33.3 cu ft of cargo capacity.
You prefer the dynamic feel associated with a rear-wheel-drive platform for a premium experience.
You require the added presence and height of the GLE's 70.7-inch profile.

Choose the INFINITI QX60 if...

Budget is a primary concern, as the QX60 undercuts the Mercedes by $10,260.
You seek marginally better fuel economy, achieving 24 MPG combined versus the GLE's 23 MPG.
You prefer a slightly more powerful entry-level engine, as the QX60 boasts 268 horsepower.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class	INFINITI QX60
Length	194.3"	198.1"
Width	76.7"	-
Height	70.7"	69.7"
Wheelbase	117.9"	114.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	INFINITI
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	—	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	INFINITI
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	gas
Horsepower	255 hp @ 5800 rpm	268 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque	295 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm	286 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	INFINITI
Transmission Type	9-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	front wheel drive

Fuel

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	INFINITI
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	21/28 MPG	22/28 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	23 MPG	24 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	472.5/630.0 mi.	0/0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	22.5 gal.	—

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	INFINITI
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	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	INFINITI
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	12.3 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	—	9
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	INFINITI
Front Head Room	40.5 in.	41.0 in.
Front Leg Room	40.3 in.	42.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.3 in.	60.6 in.
Front Hip Room	60.8 in.	58.4 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	10-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	10-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	3	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	INFINITI
Rear Head Room	36.9 in.	37.5 in.
Rear Leg Room	40.9 in.	37.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.3 in.	59.7 in.
Rear Hip Room	59.8 in.	56.7 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	INFINITI
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	19 x 8.0 in	20 x 8.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	255/50R19	255/50R20
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	INFINITI
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 60000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	6 yr./ 62000 mi.	—
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	7 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 60000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	3 yr./ 30000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class and 2026 INFINITI QX60.

How significant is the price difference between the 2025 GLE-Class and the 2026 QX60?

The difference is substantial; the Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class starts at $61,850, while the INFINITI QX60 is priced much lower at $51,590, resulting in a $10,260 initial savings by choosing the QX60.

Which crossover is better for hauling luggage and gear?

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class is superior for hauling, offering 33.3 cu ft of cargo space. The 2026 INFINITI QX60 provides significantly less capacity at only 14.5 cu ft.

Does the performance edge go to the Mercedes or the INFINITI?

The 2026 INFINITI QX60 technically wins on peak output, delivering 268 horsepower compared to the GLE-Class's 255 hp. However, the GLE utilizes a rear-wheel-drive architecture that enthusiasts may prefer over the QX60's front-wheel-drive setup.

Are the fuel economy ratings very different for these luxury SUVs?

The figures are quite close, with both requiring premium unleaded fuel. The QX60 manages a slightly better 24 MPG combined, whereas the GLE-Class achieves 23 MPG combined.

What is the main difference in the drivetrain configuration?

The core mechanical difference lies in the drive type; the Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class comes standard with a rear-wheel-drive bias, while the INFINITI QX60 utilizes a front-wheel-drive configuration.

How do their physical footprints compare?

The INFINITI QX60 is slightly longer overall at 198.1 inches compared to the GLE-Class's 194.3 inches. Interestingly, the Mercedes is significantly taller at 70.7 inches versus the QX60's 69.7 inches.