Comparison - Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe AMG GLE 53 2021 - vs - Land Rover Defender 90 X 2021

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Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe AMG GLE 53 2021

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Make: 
Mercedes-Benz
Land Rover
Model: 
GLE-Class Coupe
Defender
Average Price: 
$
76,500
Updated: 
24 Jul 2020
$
80,500
Updated: 
04 Mar 2021
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2021
2021
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
9-speed Shiftable Automatic
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
2
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
22.50gals
23.40gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Black
#0A0E11
Polar White
#EDEDEF
Obsidian Black metallic
#383435
Iridium Silver metallic
#8E8F91
Mojave Silver metallic
#7C7C7C
Lunar Blue metallic
#3F4962
Brilliant Blue metallic
#345FA6
Emerald Green metallic
#4F6763
Selenite Grey metallic
#84898D
designo® Cardinal Red metallic
#912024
Diamond White metallic
#EBEAE8
Color: 
Gondwana Stone Metallic
#AD9B8A
Pangea Green Metallic
#A5A895
Santorini Black Metallic
#12140F
Eiger Grey Metallic
#888B91
Carpathian Grey Premium Metallic
#3C3E44
Silicon Silver Premium Metallic
#9F9E9C
Hakuba Silver Metallic
#BBB9B5

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

Pros
Refined and silky inline-six,
punchy acceleration,
modern and high-budget interior.

Cons
Opting for the coupe version costs $4150 and reduces practicality,
optional extras can bring the total to more than six figures,
BMW offers a twin-turbo V-8 at this price point.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Fully redesigned for 2021.AMG GLE 53 makes 429 hp from a turbo inline six-cylinder.AMG GLE 63 S cranks out 603 hp from a twin-turbo V8.EQ Boost adds up to 21 hp and 184 lb-ft.

Pros
Premium-feeling well-trimmed interior
Many standard safety and technology features
Effortless acceleration from either engine

Cons
Roofline compromises backseat headroom
Cargo space is similar to a compact SUV's
Only two trim levels available
On-road performance abilities limit off-road capability

By: 
edmunds.com

Pros
Super smooth inline-six
Stunning interior
Capable handling
Good list of standard options
Improved styling over previous generation

Cons
It can get expensive when you add options
Limited practicality compared to GLE SUV
Fuel consumption suffers under hard driving

By: 
carbuzz.com

The two-door "90" body style sees increased availability for 2021 and now comes in base, S, X, First Edition, and new X-Dynamic trims. Speaking of X-Dynamic, this new trim level is also now available on the four-door "110" model and provides the appearance items from the top-spec X without the expensive off-road-tech features, such as the adjustable air suspension and active differential.

PROS
Legendary off-road abilities,
smooth on-road ride,
nicely outfitted cabin.

CONS
Six-cylinder engine isn't as perky as expected,
best accessories and options add a lot to the bottom line,
brakes are difficult to smoothly modulate.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
18.00mpg
17.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
23.00mpg
22.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
24
24
Cylinders: 
6
Inline
6
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
3.00L
3.00L
Torque: 
384ft-lbs
at 1 800rpm
406ft-lbs
at 2 000rpm
Horsepower: 
429hp
at 6 100rpm
395hp
at 5 500rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
39.40Feet
37.00Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
yes
Side view Camera: 
no
yes
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Rack-and-pinion with speed-dependent electromechanical power assist Steering
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Automatic Parking Assist
Keyless Ignition
Leather And Simulated Alloy Steering Wheel
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
194.40in
180.40in
Width: 
79.40in
79.10in
Height: 
70.20in
77.50in
Ground Clearance: 
8.50in
Front Track: 
66.20in
67.00in
Rear Track: 
66.80in
Wheel Base: 
117.90in
101.90in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
40.60
Rear Head Room: 
38.60
Front Leg Room: 
39.10in
Rear leg room: 
36.60in
Front Shoulder Room: 
60.80in
Rear Shoulder room: 
56.40in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
23.00cu.ft
58.30cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
7700lbs
8201lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
15.60cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
30.10degrees
Angle of Departure: 
37.60degrees
Curb Weight: 
5254.00lbs
4780.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Hands-Free Entry
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse
Heated Mirrors
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors
Hands-Free Entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
10 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Sport Front Seats
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Leatherette
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
10 -Way Power Driver Seat
Driver Seat Thigh Extension
10 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Bucket Front Seats
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Driver Cooled Seat
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Passenger Cooled Seat
10 -Way Power Driver Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Premium Leather
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Reclining Rear Seats
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Folding center armrest
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Rear Ventilation Ducts

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
Self-leveling AMG RIDE CONTROL+ based on AIRMATIC with Adaptive Damping System Plus (ADS Plus)
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Dual Zone Front Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
590 Watts Stereo Output
Burmester Premium Brand Stereo System
Burmester Premium Brand Speakers
Speed Sensitive Volume Control
2 Subwoofer(S)
6 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
USB Connection
13 Total Speakers
Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)
15 Total Speakers
1 Subwoofer(S)
Meridian Premium Brand Speakers
700 Watts Stereo Output
USB Connection
Auxiliary Audio Input

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Matrix LED headlights with signature DRL
Folding fabric roof
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
21 X 11.0 In.
20 X 8.5 In
Wheels more: 
Fullsize Matching Spare Tire
Outside Rear Mounted Spare Tire
All Season Tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
315.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
40
Diameter: 
R21
Width: 
255.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
60
Diameter: 
R20

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated Front Disc
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Turn Signal Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Blind Spot Warning Accident Avoidance System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Brake Drying
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Post-Collision Safety System
LED Headlamp
Pre-Collision Safety System
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Self-Leveling Headlights

Options

Packages: 
Warmth And Comfort Package
AMG® DYNAMIC PLUS Package
Air Balance Package
AMG® Night Package
Acoustic Comfort Package
ENERGIZING Package Plus
Driver Assistance Package PLUS
Basic Rear Seat Convenience Pack W/Integrated Base
Cold Climate Package
Explorer Pack
Appearance Pack
Wheel Protection Pack - Black Locks
Premium Interior Protection & Storage Pack (5-Seat)
Country Pack
Smoker's Package
Towing Pack
Basic Interior Protection & Storage Pack (5-Seat)
Urban Pack W/Undershield
Adventure Pack
Exterior Options: 
Trailer Hitch (Class III)
AMG® Performance Exhaust System
Illuminated Running Boards
22" AMG® Forged Cross-Spoke Matte Black Wheels
Soft Close Doors
Heated Windshield Washer System
Illuminated Star
Wheel Locking Bolts
21" AMG® Twin 5-Spoke Wheels W/Black Accents
22" AMG® Forged Cross-Spoke Wheels
Surround View System
Chrome Door Handle Inserts
AMG® High-Performance Braking System W/Silver Calipers
19" 6 Spoke 'Style 6010' Wheels W/Gloss Sparkle Silver Finish
Folding Fabric Roof
19" 6 Spoke 'Style 6009' Wheels W/Gloss Sparkle Silver Finish
22" Full Size Spare Wheel
Front Undershield
Off-Road Tires
Satin Protective Film
22" 5 Spoke 'Style 5098' Wheels W/Gloss Black Finish
Signature Graphic
19" 5 Split-Spoke 'Style 6010' Wheels W/Gloss Black Finish
Orange Recovery Loop
20" 5 Spoke 'Style 5094' Wheels W/Satin Dark Grey Finish
22" 5 Spoke 'Style 5098' Wheels W/Gloss Sparkle Silver Finish
20" 5 Spoke 'Style 5098' Wheels W/Satin Dark Grey Finish
20" 6 Spoke 'Style 6011' Wheels W/Gloss Black Finish
Fixed Side Steps
20" 6 Spoke 'Style 5094' Wheels W/Gloss Sparkle Silver Finish
19" Full Size Spare Wheel
Interior Options: 
MBUX Interior Assistant
4-Zone Climate Control
Burmester® High-End 3D Surround Sound System
Speed Limit Assist
Red Seat Belts
Multicontour Front Seats W/Massage
Heated 2nd Row Seats
Black DINAMICA Headliner
Heated And Cooled Front Cup Holders
Ventilated Front Seats
AMG® Performance Steering Wheel In DINAMICA
Rapid Heating Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Black Seat Belts
MBUX Augmented Video For Navigation
Topstitched MB-Tex Upper Dash And Door Trim
AMG® Head-Up Display
AMG® DRIVE UNIT
AMG® Performance Steering Wheel In Nappa/DINAMICA
Head-Up Display
Adaptive Cruise Control
Activity Key
3-Zone Climate Control
Front Jump Seat
Cabin Air Ionization W/PM2.5 Filter
Wi-Fi Enabled W/Data Plan
Cabin Air Ionization
Air Quality Sensor

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Tatufo Brown/Black, premium leather
#756C6C
Classic Red/Black, premium leather
#932216
Black,Exclusive, premium leather
#08090E
Classic Red/Black Exclusive, premium leather
#932216
Tatufo Brown/Black Exclusive, premium leather
#756C6C
Black, premium leather
#08090E
Black,Exclusive w/Diamond Stitching premium leather
#08090E
Black w/Red Top Stitching, leatherette
#08090E
Color: 
Ebony, premium leather
#000000
Vintage Tan/Ebony, premium leather
#8F6E4F
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