2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Lexus RX
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC® SUV and the 2027 Lexus RX 350 Premium AWD are five-passenger luxury SUVs with standard all-wheel drive and turbocharged four-cylinder engines. The GLE 350 4MATIC® SUV holds 33.3 cubic feet behind its second row to the RX 350 Premium AWD’s 29.6 cubic feet, and tows up to 7,700 pounds to the RX 350 Premium AWD’s 3,500 pounds. The RX 350 Premium AWD produces 275 horsepower to the GLE 350 4MATIC® SUV’s 255 horsepower, and starts at $55,500 against $68,400 for the GLE 350 4MATIC® SUV.
Key differences
- The GLE 350 4MATIC® SUV holds 33.3 cubic feet behind its second row and 74.9 cubic feet maximum, to the RX 350 Premium AWD’s 29.6 and 46.2 cubic feet.
- The GLE 350 4MATIC® SUV tows up to 7,700 pounds and the RX 350 Premium AWD up to 3,500 pounds with the optional Tow Package.
- The RX 350 Premium AWD produces 275 horsepower and the GLE 350 4MATIC® SUV 255 horsepower.
- The RX 350 Premium AWD is rated 24 mpg combined and the GLE 350 4MATIC® SUV 23 mpg combined.
- Lexus publishes a powertrain warranty of 6 years or 70,000 miles. Mercedes-Benz publishes no separate powertrain term.
- The GLE 450 4MATIC® SUV produces 375 horsepower to the RX 500h F SPORT Performance AWD’s 366 net combined horsepower.
Core matchup
| Specification | 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC® SUV | 2027 Lexus RX 350 Premium AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP, excluding destination | $68,400 | $55,500 (computed) |
| Destination charge | $1,450 | $1,550 |
| Engine | 2.0L inline-4 turbo with mild hybrid drive | 2.4L turbo in-line 4 |
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 275 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 317 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 9G-TRONIC 9-speed | Eight-speed sequential-shift automatic |
| Standard drivetrain | 4MATIC® fully variable all-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| 0-60 mph | 6.8 sec | 7.2 sec |
| EPA combined fuel economy | 23 mpg | 24 mpg |
| Cargo volume, behind second row / maximum | 33.3 / 74.9 cu ft | 29.6 / 46.2 cu ft |
| Maximum towing capacity | 7,700 lbs | 3,500 lbs with optional Tow Package |
| Seating capacity | 5 | 5 |
| New vehicle limited warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
| Powertrain warranty | No separate term published | 6 years / 70,000 miles |
| Complimentary scheduled maintenance | None | First and second services, at 6 months / 5,000 miles and 12 months / 10,000 miles |
| IIHS award, this model year | Not yet rated | Not yet rated |
Notes: Lexus publishes RX starting prices with the Delivery, Processing and Handling fee already included. The MSRP shown excludes that fee: $57,050 published, less $1,550, equals $55,500. Mercedes-Benz EPA combined is from fueleconomy.gov; fueleconomy.gov has not published 2027 Lexus figures, so the RX figure is the EPA estimate published by Lexus. IIHS has not published 2027 ratings for either model.
Performance matchup
| Specification | 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 4MATIC® SUV | 2027 Lexus RX 500h F SPORT Performance AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP, excluding destination | $74,800 | $67,400 (computed) |
| Destination charge | $1,450 | $1,550 |
| Engine | 3.0L inline-6 turbo with mild hybrid drive | 2.4L turbo in-line 4 hybrid |
| Horsepower | 375 hp | 366 hp net combined |
| Torque | 413 lb-ft | 406 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 9G-TRONIC 9-speed | Six-speed sequential-shift automatic |
| Standard drivetrain | 4MATIC® fully variable all-wheel drive | DIRECT4 all-wheel drive |
| 0-60 mph | Not published | 5.9 sec |
| EPA combined fuel economy | 21 mpg | 27 mpg |
| Cargo volume, behind second row / maximum | 33.3 / 74.9 cu ft | 29.6 / 46.2 cu ft |
| Maximum towing capacity | 7,700 lbs | 3,500 lbs with optional Tow Package |
| Seating capacity | 5, 7 optional | 5 |
| New vehicle limited warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
| Powertrain warranty | No separate term published | 6 years / 70,000 miles |
| Complimentary scheduled maintenance | None | First and second services, at 6 months / 5,000 miles and 12 months / 10,000 miles |
| IIHS award, this model year | Not yet rated | Not yet rated |
Notes: The RX 500h F SPORT Performance AWD MSRP is computed as $68,950 published, less $1,550, equals $67,400. Mercedes-Benz publishes an acceleration figure of 5.0 seconds for the GLE 450 4MATIC® SUV without stating the speed range, so no 0-60 mph time is shown. Lexus also publishes a hybrid warranty of 8 years or 100,000 miles on the RX 500h.
Maintenance
Mercedes-Benz publishes no included scheduled maintenance for the 2027 GLE. Lexus includes the first and second scheduled maintenance services on the 2027 RX, at 6 months or 5,000 miles and 12 months or 10,000 miles. Mercedes-Benz Prepaid Maintenance plans are available at Mercedes-Benz of Columbus North.
Why shop the GLE at Mercedes-Benz of Columbus North
- America’s first AMG® Brand Center, in Sunbury, minutes from Westerville, Polaris, and New Albany
- No market adjustments above MSRP and no mandatory dealer add-ons on any new vehicle. See How We Price.
- Test drive the GLE and compare it in person
Questions
Which is bigger, the GLE or the RX?
The GLE 350 4MATIC® SUV holds 33.3 cubic feet behind its second row and 74.9 cubic feet maximum. The RX 350 Premium AWD holds 29.6 cubic feet behind its second row and 46.2 cubic feet maximum.
Which has more horsepower?
In the core matchup the RX 350 Premium AWD produces 275 horsepower and the GLE 350 4MATIC® SUV 255 horsepower. In the performance matchup the GLE 450 4MATIC® SUV produces 375 horsepower and the RX 500h F SPORT Performance AWD 366 net combined horsepower.
Which includes scheduled maintenance?
Lexus includes the first and second scheduled services, at 6 months or 5,000 miles and 12 months or 10,000 miles. Mercedes-Benz publishes none, and Mercedes-Benz Prepaid Maintenance plans are available at Mercedes-Benz of Columbus North.
Where can I test drive a GLE near Columbus?
At Mercedes-Benz of Columbus North, 7990 State Route 37 East, Sunbury, Ohio 43074.
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Sources
- https://www.mbusa.com/en/vehicles/model/gle/suv/gle350w4
- https://www.mbusa.com/en/vehicles/model/gle/suv/gle450w4
- https://www.mbusa.com/en/vehicles/build/gle/suv/gle350w4
- https://www.mbusa.com/en/vehicles/build/gle/suv/gle450w4
- https://www.mbusa.com/content/dam/mb-nafta/us/my27-content-request/PCwarrantymanualusa.pdf
- https://www.mbusa.com/en/owners/service-maintenance/prepaid
- https://www.lexus.com/models/RX
- https://www.lexus.com/models/RX/specifications
- https://www.lexus.com/warranty
- https://www.lexus.com/maintenance
- https://pressroom.lexus.com/2027-lexus-rx-hits-the-streets-this-fall/
- https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/noframes/50783.shtml
- https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/noframes/50834.shtml
- https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/lexus/rx-4-door-suv/2026
Last verified: October 14, 2026
Specifications and prices are from each manufacturer’s US website or press release as of the date above and may change. Starting MSRP is the manufacturer’s base price and excludes the destination charge, taxes, title, registration, options, and dealer fees. BMW, X3, 3 Series, Lexus, and RX are trademarks of their respective owners. Mercedes-Benz of Columbus North is not affiliated with BMW or Lexus.