Mercedes-Benz SUVs have opulent, high-tech interiors and invigorating performance. You can't go wrong with any of the luxury SUVs and crossovers at Mercedes-Benz of Winston Salem. However, we want you to have the perfect vehicle for yourself and your family. The new Mercedes-Benz GLC and the new Mercedes-Benz GLE are two of our top-selling models. We've thoroughly compared these SUVs to help you decide which one to buy or lease.
Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE: Which Luxury SUV Should You Buy?
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Performance
You'll want an SUV with ample oomph for passing other vehicles on I-85 in Lexington. The new Mercedes-Benz GLE has three available engines, including a twin-turbocharged V8 that generates 483 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque. With this engine, the GLE can rocket from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.9 seconds.
The new Mercedes-Benz GLC's lone engine is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder motor and a 48-volt mild-hybrid system that combine to make 255 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. It takes just over 6 seconds to go from 0 to 60 mph in the GLC.
Dimensions/Passenger Space
The new Mercedes-Benz GLC is nearly a foot shorter than the new Mercedes-Benz GLE, which makes it a bit easier to maneuver through tight spaces in Clemmons.
The new Mercedes-Benz GLE's longer wheelbase helps it ride more comfortably.
If you need a family SUV, the new Mercedes-Benz GLE offers an available third row of seats, giving it room for seven passengers. The new Mercedes-Benz GLC is a two-row SUV with only five seats.
Since the new Mercedes-Benz GLE is longer than the GLC, it has more space for taller Salisbury passengers to stretch out. It has 40.9 inches of second-row legroom, compared to just 37.3 inches of rear legroom in the GLC.
Cargo Room
If you enjoy camping out and enjoying the scenery around Mount Airy, you'll want an SUV with plenty of cargo space to stow your gear. The new Mercedes-Benz GLE has 33.3 cubic feet of room with all the rear seats up, and over 74 cubic feet of space with all the rear seats folded down.
The new Mercedes-Benz GLC only has 21.9 cubic feet of cargo space behind its back seats and 56.3 cubic feet with those seats folded.
Safety Tech
Wilkesboro drivers will feel confident driving the new Mercedes-Benz GLE, which comes standard with ten advanced active safety features. Its surround-view camera system simplifies parking in tight spots in Winston-Salem.
The new Mercedes-Benz GLC comes with seven standard driver-assistance features. A surround-view camera is optional in the GLC.
Infotainment Technology
Your infotainment system should be feature-rich and easy to run while you're driving around Wilkesboro. The new Mercedes-Benz GLE has a user-friendly MBUX system that can be operated by its 12.3-inch touchscreen, a touchpad controller, or steering wheel-mounted controls. It comes standard with wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto connectivity, navigation, and wireless device charging.
The new Mercedes-Benz GLC also has a sleek infotainment system, but it has a steeper learning curve than most. Some functions are buried in submenus, and these can take time to find and adjust. There aren't many physical controls either. Instead, the steering wheel and center stack feature capacitive touch points.
Price
The new Mercedes-Benz GLC's starting MSRP is around $10,000 less than the new Mercedes-Benz GLE's entry-level price, so it's easier for a Clemmons driver to fit one into their budget.
Test Drive a New Mercedes-Benz Luxury SUV at Mercedes-Benz of Winston Salem
Both the new Mercedes-Benz GLC and the new Mercedes-Benz GLE are lavish luxury SUVs that ride smoothly and are packed with amenities. Stop by Mercedes-Benz of Winston Salem and test drive one or both models today.
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