2025 Toyota Sequoia vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe

$62,425 · SUV

$77,250 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical disparity between the 2025 Toyota Sequoia and the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe is the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP), with the Sequoia starting at $62,425 against the GLE Coupe's $77,250—a $14,825 saving. The Sequoia leverages its substantial size, measuring 208.1 inches long, compared to the GLE Coupe's 194.5 inches, translating to differing utility profiles. Power metrics favor the Sequoia significantly; it produces 437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque, while the GLE Coupe manages 375 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque, a difference of 62 horsepower. Fuel economy is closely matched, with the Sequoia achieving a 22 MPG combined rating versus the GLE Coupe's 21 MPG combined, though the Sequoia exclusively uses regular unleaded fuel, whereas the Mercedes demands premium. The GLE Coupe compensates somewhat in utility with superior cargo space at 31.6 cu ft versus the Sequoia's 22.3 cu ft in the tested configuration.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Toyota Sequoia

The Sequoia's lower MSRP of $62,425 and requirement for regular unleaded fuel make it the more financially sensible choice for daily commuting.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe

Despite the higher price, the GLE Coupe offers substantially more usable space with 31.6 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the Sequoia's 22.3 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Toyota Sequoia

The Sequoia provides a dominant 437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque, significantly outclassing the GLE Coupe's 375 hp and 369 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2025 Toyota Sequoia

The Sequoia delivers superior power figures and a $14,825 lower entry price, providing a much higher performance-per-dollar metric.

Choose the Toyota Sequoia if...

Maximum horsepower (437 hp) and torque (583 lb-ft) are primary considerations for towing or acceleration.
Budget consciousness is key, benefiting from the $14,825 lower MSRP and use of regular unleaded gasoline.
A longer wheelbase (208.1 inches) and traditional SUV architecture are preferred over a sloped coupe design.

Choose the Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe if...

Superior dedicated cargo volume is needed, offering 31.6 cu ft versus 22.3 cu ft in the Sequoia.
Standard All-Wheel Drive (AWD) is required over the Sequoia's standard Rear Wheel Drive (RWD).
A more compact footprint (194.5 inches length) and a premium badge appeal are priorities, despite requiring premium fuel.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Toyota Sequoia	Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe
Length	208.1"	194.5"
Width	79.8"	79.3"
Height	74.5"	68.1"
Wheelbase	122.0"	115.6"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Toyota	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	3	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	Toyota	Mercedes-Benz
Base Engine Displacement	3.4 L	3.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 6
Base Engine Type	hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	437 hp @ 5200 rpm	375 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque	583 lb-ft @ 2400 rpm	369 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
Number of Valves	24	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Toyota	Mercedes-Benz
Transmission Type	10-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	all wheel drive
Rear Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Toyota	Mercedes-Benz
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	21/24 MPG	19/25 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	22 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	472.5/540.0 mi.	427.5/562.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	22.5 gal.	22.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Toyota	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	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
Cruise Control	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Toyota	Mercedes-Benz
Infotainment Display	8.0 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	8	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	6 months
Subwoofer Count	—	2

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Toyota	Mercedes-Benz
Front Head Room	39.2 in.	40.5 in.
Front Leg Room	41.2 in.	40.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	65.0 in.	59.3 in.
Front Hip Room	62.6 in.	60.8 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	10-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
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	—	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	3
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	3

Rearseats

Feature	Toyota	Mercedes-Benz
Rear Head Room	38.4 in.	36.9 in.
Rear Leg Room	39.2 in.	40.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	61.8 in.	58.3 in.
Rear Hip Room	60.8 in.	59.8 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Toyota	Mercedes-Benz
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	18 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	P265/70R18	275/50R20
Spare Tire Type	Full Size Non-Matching	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	—	20 x 9.0 in

Suspension

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

Warranty

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Toyota Sequoia and 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe.

How does the required fuel type affect long-term ownership costs between these two SUVs?

The 2025 Sequoia runs on regular unleaded, supporting its lower initial MSRP of $62,425. Conversely, the 2026 GLE Coupe requires premium fuel, which typically adds $0.30 to $0.60 per gallon to operational expenses, potentially negating some value.

Which vehicle offers better power figures for high-speed driving?

The Sequoia is demonstrably more powerful, generating 437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque. This gives it a significant advantage over the GLE Coupe's 375 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque, making the Sequoia quicker in straight-line acceleration.

Is the difference in cargo capacity significant enough for large families?

Yes, the difference is substantial; the GLE Coupe provides 31.6 cu ft of cargo space, whereas the Sequoia is listed at 22.3 cu ft, suggesting the Mercedes packaging is more efficient for hauling cargo.

What is the primary mechanical difference in the drivetrain setup?

The Sequoia features a rear-wheel-drive biased platform with a 10-speed automatic transmission, while the GLE Coupe comes standard with all-wheel drive and utilizes a 9-speed automatic transmission.

How much smaller is the GLE Coupe compared to the Sequoia dimensionally?

The Sequoia is physically larger across all key metrics except width; it is 13.6 inches longer (208.1 vs 194.5 inches) and 6.4 inches taller (74.5 vs 68.1 inches) than the GLE Coupe.

Do the MPG ratings reflect the power differences?

The MPG ratings are nearly identical, with the Sequoia achieving 22 MPG combined versus the GLE Coupe's 21 MPG combined, suggesting the Sequoia's larger size has a minor impact on efficiency.