Comparison - Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class GLE 450 4MATIC 2020 - vs - Land Rover Discovery Sport P250 S 2021

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Also called:

M-Class

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Average Price: 
$
61,150
Updated: 
14 May 2019
$
41,900
Updated: 
15 Mar 2021
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2020
2021
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
9-speed Shiftable Automatic
9-speed Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
no
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
4
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
22.50gals
17.70gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Brilliant Blue Metallic
#0f0f96
Obsidian Black Metallic
#211810
Polar White
#e1e0de
Black
#000000
designo Cardinal Red Metallic
#a02c32
designo Diamond White Metallic
#ede4d7
Iridium Silver Metallic
#adb1b2
Lunar Blue Metallic
#18294b
Mojave Silver Metallic
#999594
Emerald Green Metallic
#445044
Selenite Grey Metallic
#74849f
Color: 
Santorini Black Metallic
#12140F
Fuji White
#FAFAFA
Carpathian Grey Premium Metallic
#3C3E44
Silicon Silver Premium Metallic
#9F9E9C
Hakuba Silver Metallic
#F7F7F7
Namib Orange Premium Metallic
#A24928
Eiger Grey Metallic
#BDBAAF
Portofino Blue Metallic
#414E69
Byron Blue Metallic
#989BA9
Firenze Red Metallic
#64191E
Yulong White Metallic
#D2D4D8

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class delivers no-compromise crossover SUV comfort and luxury.

Pros
Sublime interior
Comfortable ride
Strong engines
Luxurious options list

Cons
Price will climb fast
More wind and road noise than expected
Where's the AMG?
Tight third row

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class comes with all wheel drive, and rear wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 9-speed shiftable automatic.The GLE has been fully redesigned for 2020.Part of the second GLE generation introduced for 2020.

Pros
Attractive, roomy and upscale cabin
MBUX infotainment system is an industry leader
GLE 450's optional E-Active suspension provides impressive handling stability
Excellent outward visibility

Cons
Options quickly drive the price up
Midgrade Airmatic suspension feels too floaty
Transmission shifts are more pronounced than we'd like

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class ranked #2 in Luxury Midsize SUVs. Currently the Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class has a score of 8.4 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 9 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
State-of-the-art infotainment and safety technology
Cabin is opulent, serene, and spacious
Vibrant powertrains
Comfortable, balanced handling

Cons
Infotainment system can be distracting to use

By: 
usnews.com

The 2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 9-speed automatic.New infotainment system with over-the-air update capability.Surround-view camera system is standard..Base and R Dynamic HSE trim levels dropped.

PROS
Above-average off-road and all-weather capabilities
Available third-row seating
Plenty of passenger and cargo space
Quiet and smooth ride

CONS
Seats may be too big for smaller drivers
More powerful engine upgrade no longer offered

By: 
edmunds.com

The junior Discovery model receives Land Rover's new Pivi Pro infotainment system that launched on the 2020 Defender. The new system boasts a simplified menu structure as well as over-the-air update capability. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are now standard across the lineup. Buyers can augment the Discovery Sport's new infotainment system with the optional Online Pack package, which adds a Wi-Fi hotspot, embedded Spotify music service, and a wireless smartphone charging pad.

PROS
Distinguished appearance,
rugged off-road capability,
roomy interior with optional third row.

CONS
Sluggish turbo-four,
thirsty for the go-juice,
not as luxurious as its Land-Rover siblings.

By: 
caranddriver.com

New for the 2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport is Standard Pivi Pro infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay,Standard traffic sign recognition and surround-view parking camera system and Fewer trim levels.

PROS
Great off-road capability
User-friendly infotainment system
Roomy cabin with cushy second-row seats

CONS
Lackluster engine
Unrefined ride
Below-average fuel economy

By: 
usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
19.00mpg
19.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
24.00mpg
23.00mpg
Engine type: 
Hybrid
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
24
16
Cylinders: 
6
inline
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
3.00L
2.00L
Torque: 
369ft-lbs
at 1 600rpm
269ft-lbs
at 1 400rpm
Horsepower: 
362hp
at 5 500rpm
246hp
at 5 500rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
39.40Feet
38.70Feet

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
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
driver assisted parking assist
leather steering wheel
keyless ignition
turn signal in mirrors
universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
traffic-sign recognition
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
194.30in
181.00in
Width: 
76.70in
75.00in
Height: 
70.70in
68.00in
Ground Clearance: 
8.30in
Front Track: 
65.60in
Wheel Base: 
117.90in
107.90in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
40.50
39.50
Rear Head Room: 
39.60
38.70
Front Leg Room: 
40.30in
39.10in
Rear leg room: 
40.90in
38.10in
Front Shoulder Room: 
59.30in
57.30in
Rear Shoulder room: 
58.30in
55.90in

Weights and capacites

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
7700lbs
4409lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
32.70cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
22.90degrees
Angle of Departure: 
28.30degrees
Curb Weight: 
4991.00lbs
4035.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
no
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
no
More Instruments: 
descent control
Center limited slip differential
electronic hi-lo gear selection

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
hands-free entry
Heated mirrors
4 One-Touch Power Windows
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
10 -way power passenger seat
bucket front seats
height adjustable passenger seat
multi-level heating driver seat
leatherette
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
Bucket Front Seats
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
8 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Leather
Rear Seats Features: 
rear ventilation ducts
Split-folding rear seatback
folding center armrest
Folding center armrest
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Reclining Rear Seats
Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
four-wheel independent suspension
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
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: 
no
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
USB connection
Pivi Pro infotainment system
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Adjustable Speed Sensitive Volume Control
Diversity Antenna
80 Watts Stereo Output
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
USB Connection
6 Total Speakers

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
yes
Rear defogger: 
no
yes
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
19 x 8.0 in.
18 X 8.0 In.
Wheels more: 
inside mounted spare tire
temporary spare tire
All season tires
Null Tires
Temporary Spare Tire
Underbody Mounted Spare Tire
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
255.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R19
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
60
Diameter: 
R18

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 brakes
Ventilated Front Disc
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Rear ventilated disc brakes
Solid Rear Disc Brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
no
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
no
no
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
emergency braking preparation
Rear center 3-point belt
post-collision safety system
LED headlamp
4-Wheel ABS
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Post-Collision Safety System
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
LED Headlamp

Options

Packages: 
Advanced Lighting Package
AMG Line Interior
ENERGIZING Package Plus
Driver Assistance Package PLUS
MBUX Technology Package
Warmth and Comfort Package
AMG Line Exterior
Premium Package
AIR-BALANCE Package
Acoustic Comfort Package
3rd Row Seat Package
Parking Assistance Package
AMG Line w/Night Package
Driver Assist Pack
Premium Rear Seat Convenience Pack
Family Pack
Hot Climate Pack
Convenience Pack
Premium Interior Protection / Storage Pack
21" Wheel Pack
Black Exterior Pack
Emergency Pack
Black Wheel Protection Pack
Premium Upgrade Interior Pack
Basic Rear Seat Convenience Pack
Technology Pack
Blind Spot Assist Pack
Basic Interior Protection / Storage Pack
Exterior Protection Pack
Dynamic Handling Pack
Cold Climate Pack
Chrome Wheel Protection Pack
Exterior Options: 
21" AMG Multispoke Wheels w/Black Accents
21" Twin 5-Spoke Wheels
19" Multispoke Wheels Black
21" AMG Multispoke Wheels
Illuminated Running Boards
Wheel Locking Bolts - Silver
Soft Close Doors
20" AMG Twin 5-Spoke Wheels
Load Sill Protector
Illuminated Star
Wheel Locking Bolts - Black
Panorama Sliding Sunroof
Trailer Hitch
Roof Spoiler
20" Twin 5-Spoke Wheels
20" AMG 5-Spoke Wheels w/Black Accents
Surround View System
Black Side Cladding
Chrome Door Handle Inserts
Premium LED Headlights W/Signature Daytime Running Lights
18" Full Size Spare Wheel
Tow Hitch Receiver
Black Roof Rails
20" 5 Split-Spoke Style 5076 Alloy Wheels W/Gloss Sparkle Silver Finish
21" Full Size Spare Wheel
Intelligent High Beam (Auto High Beam Assist)
Headlamp Powerwash
Fixed Side Step Pack
Front Fog Lamps
20" Full Size Spare Wheel
Automatic Headlamp Leveling
19" 10 Spoke Style 1039 Alloy Wheels W/Gloss Sparkle Silver Finish
19" 10 Spoke Style 1039 Alloy Wheels W/Satin Dark Grey Finish
20" 5 Split-Spoke Style 5076 Alloy Wheels W/Satin Dark Grey Finish
20" 5 Split-Spoke Style 5089 Gloss Dark Grey Alloy Wheels W/Contrast Diamond Turned Finish
18" 5 Spoke Style 5088 Alloy Wheels W/Gloss Black Finish
Powered Tailgate
Fixed Panoramic Roof
20" 5 Split-Spoke Style 5089 Alloy Wheels W/Gloss Silver Finish
20" 5 Split-Spoke Style 5089 Alloy Wheels W/Gloss Black Finish
21" 5 Spoke Style 5090 Gloss Dark Grey Alloy Wheels W/Contrast Diamond Turned Finish
19" Full Size Spare Wheel
Interior Options: 
Wood/Leather Steering Wheel
Front Passenger Seat Memory
Headliner DINAMICA Black
Heated 2nd Row Seats
Active Multicontour Front Seats with Massage Feature
Heated/Cooled Front Cup Holders
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
Burmester High-End 3D Surround Sound System
Power 2nd Row Side-Window Sunshades
Topstitched Nappa Leather Upper Dash and Door Trim
Heated Steering Wheel
MBUX Augmented Video for Navigation
Topstitched MB-Tex Upper Dash and Door Trim
Wireless Device Charging W/Phone Signal Booster
12-Way Power Front Seats W/Driver Side Memory And 2-Way Manual Headrests
Metal Treadplates W/Brand Name Script
12-Way Power Front Seats W/2-Way Manual Headrests
Suedecloth Steering Wheel
Satin Chrome Gearshift Paddles
Cooling Vents In Third Row
Meridian Sound System - 380 Watt
Ebony Morzine Headliner
Keyless Entry
Heated Second Row Seats W/Manual Slide And Recline
Wi-Fi Enabled W/Data Plan
Click And Go Integrated Base Unit
Manual Third Row Seats

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black Nappa, premium leather
#12151d
Black/White Nappa, premium leather
#151820
Black/Tartufo, leather
#151820
Black w/DINAMICA, leatherette/suede
#333942
Black/Magma Grey Exclusive Nappa, premium leather
#1b1f27
Macchiato/Magma Grey, leather
#151820
Macchiato Beige/Magma Grey, leather
#aca4a0
Espresso Brown/Magma Grey, leather
#40352e
Black, leather
#12151d
Black, leatherette
#12151d
Espresso Brown, leatherette
#3c312b
Macchiato Beige/Magma Grey, leatherette
#aca4a0
Color: 
Light Oyster, leather
#FFFFFA
Acorn, leather
#BEB8A8
Light Oyster/Ebony, leatherette/sueded microfiber
#FFFFFA
Ebony, leather
#08090D
Ebony, leatherette/sueded microfiber
#08090D