BMW X5 vs Mercedes-Benz GLE
The X5 is cheaper to get into: it starts at ₹96.90 lakh against ₹1.00 crore for the GLE.
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X5 vs GLE: specs and prices
| BMW X5 | Mercedes-Benz GLE | |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹96.90 L – ₹98.90 L | ₹1.00 Cr – ₹1.11 Cr |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | Petrol, Diesel | Diesel, Petrol |
| Gearbox | Automatic | Automatic |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Mileage (claimed) | 12 km/l | – |
| Airbags (max) | 8 | 7 |
| Crash-test rating | Not tested | Not tested |
| Expert score | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Variants | 2 | 2 |
| Cheapest automatic | ₹96.90 L | ₹1.00 Cr |
Ex-showroom prices from each maker's official website, updated 2026-10-22. On-road prices depend on your state.
Quick answers
- Which is cheaper, the BMW X5 or the Mercedes-Benz GLE?
- The BMW X5 starts at ₹96.90 lakh ex-showroom; the Mercedes-Benz GLE starts at ₹1.00 crore. Prices updated 2026-10-22.
- Which is safer, the X5 or the GLE?
- Neither has a published crash-test rating yet. The X5 has up to 8 airbags and the GLE up to 7.
- Which is better, the X5 or the GLE?
- The X5 is cheaper to get into: it starts at ₹96.90 lakh against ₹1.00 crore for the GLE. Which suits you depends on your budget and the features you need: Right Ride's matcher ranks both against your priorities and shows on-road prices for your state.


