Compare the2025 Mercedes GLE CoupeVS 2026 Genesis GV70

Safety
Warranty
Engine
Fuel Economy and Range
Environmental Friendliness
Transmission
Brakes and Stopping
Tires and Wheels
Suspension and Handling
Passenger Space
Cargo Capacity
Towing
Ergonomics
Recommendations

Safety

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For enhanced safety, the front and rear seat shoulder belts of the Mercedes GLE Coupe have pretensioners to tighten the seatbelts and eliminate dangerous slack in the event of a collision and force limiters to limit the pressure the belts will exert on the passengers. The Genesis GV70 doesn’t offer pretensioners for its rear seat belts.

The GLE Coupe offers optional Post-Collision Brake, which automatically apply the brakes in the event of a crash to help prevent secondary collisions and prevent further injuries. The GV70 doesn’t offer a post collision braking system: in the event of a collision that triggers the airbags, more collisions are possible without the protection of airbags that may have already deployed.

Earlier warning of stopped traffic, traffic signals, dangerous road conditions, weather, or accidents, can keep driver's safer and prevent crashes. The GLE Coupe has Car-to-X Communication, a system that seamlessly communicates important warnings to the driver about impending danger, if they're available. The GV70 doesn’t offer a system that can receive automated systems from other vehicles.

Compared to metal, the GLE Coupe’s plastic fuel tank can withstand harder, more intrusive impacts without leaking; this decreases the possibility of fire. The Genesis GV70 has a metal gas tank.

Both the GLE Coupe and the GV70 have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver knee airbags, side-impact head airbags, height adjustable front shoulder belts, four-wheel antilock brakes, all wheel drive, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, crash mitigating brakes, daytime running lights, blind spot warning systems, rearview cameras, rear cross-path warning, driver alert monitors and available lane departure warning systems.

The Mercedes GLE Coupe weighs 532 to 840 pounds more than the Genesis GV70. The NHTSA advises that heavier vehicles are much safer in collisions than their significantly lighter counterparts.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration does 35 MPH front crash tests on new vehicles. In this test, results indicate that the Mercedes GLE Coupe is safer than the Genesis GV70:

	GLE Coupe	GV70
OVERALL STARS	5 Stars	4 Stars
	Driver
STARS	5 Stars	4 Stars
HIC	84	274
Neck Injury Risk	24%	30.5%
Neck Compression	17 lbs.	24 lbs.
Leg Forces (l/r)	301/184 lbs.	279/317 lbs.
	Passenger
STARS	5 Stars	5 Stars
HIC	209	249
Chest Compression	.4 inches	.6 inches
Neck Stress	125 lbs.	142 lbs.
Neck Compression	31 lbs.	99 lbs.
Leg Forces (l/r)	401/438 lbs.	524/354 lbs.

New test not comparable to pre-2011 test results. More stars = Better. Lower test results = Better.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration does side impact tests on new vehicles. In this test, which crashes the vehicle into a flat barrier at 38.5 MPH and into a post at 20 MPH, results indicate that the Mercedes GLE Coupe is safer than the Genesis GV70:

	GLE Coupe	GV70
	Front Seat
STARS	5 Stars	5 Stars
HIC	40	56
Chest Movement	.7 inches	.7 inches
	Rear Seat
STARS	5 Stars	5 Stars
HIC	103	109
Spine Acceleration	40 G’s	51 G’s
	Into Pole
STARS	5 Stars	5 Stars
Max Damage Depth	12 inches	14 inches
HIC	264	286

New test not comparable to pre-2011 test results. More stars = Better. Lower test results = Better.

Warranty

There are over 76 percent more Mercedes dealers than there are Genesis dealers, which makes it much easier should you ever need service under the GLE Coupe’s warranty.

Engine

The GLE Coupe’s 3.0 turbo 6-cylinder hybrid produces 75 more horsepower (375 vs. 300) and 58 lbs.-ft. more torque (369 vs. 311) than the GV70’s standard 2.5 turbo 4-cylinder.

As tested in Motor Trend the Mercedes GLE Coupe is faster than the Genesis GV70:

	GLE Coupe	GV70 turbo 4 cyl.	GV70 turbo V6
Zero to 60 MPH	4.9 sec	6 sec	5.4 sec
Quarter Mile	13.5 sec	14.5 sec	14 sec
Speed in 1/4 Mile	103 MPH	97.4 MPH	99.2 MPH

Fuel Economy and Range

On the EPA test cycle the GLE 450 Coupe 4MATIC gets better fuel mileage than the GV70 3.5 turbo V6 (19 city/25 hwy vs. 18 city/25 hwy).

Regenerative brakes improve the GLE Coupe’s fuel efficiency by converting inertia back into energy instead of wasting it. The GV70 doesn’t offer a regenerative braking system.

The GLE Coupe has 5.1 gallons more fuel capacity than the GV70 (22.5 vs. 17.4 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups.

Environmental Friendliness

In its Green Vehicle Guide, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rates the Mercedes GLE Coupe higher (6 out of 10) than the Genesis GV70 (4). This means the GLE Coupe produces up to 12.1 pounds less smog-producing pollutants than the GV70 every 15,000 miles.

Transmission

A nine-speed automatic is standard on the Mercedes GLE Coupe, for better acceleration and lower engine speed on the highway. Only an eight-speed automatic is available for the GV70.

Brakes and Stopping

For better stopping power the GLE Coupe’s brake rotors are larger than those on the GV70:

	GLE Coupe	GV70 2.5T	GV70 3.5T
Front Rotors	14.8 inches	13.6 inches	14.2 inches
Rear Rotors	13.6 inches	12.8 inches	13.6 inches

The GLE Coupe stops much shorter than the GV70:

	GLE Coupe	GV70
60 to 0 MPH	106 feet	124 feet	Motor Trend

Tires and Wheels

For better traction, the GLE Coupe has larger standard tires than the GV70 (275/50R20 vs. 235/55R19). The GLE Coupe’s optional tires are larger than the largest tires available on the GV70 (F:285/40R22 & R:325/35R22 vs. 255/40R21).

The GLE Coupe’s standard tires provide better handling because they have a lower 50 series profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the GV70’s standard 55 series tires. The GLE Coupe’s optional 325/35R22 rear tires have a lower 35 series profile than the GV70 Sport Prestige’s 40 series tires.

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the GLE Coupe has standard 20-inch wheels. Smaller 19-inch wheels are standard on the GV70. The GLE Coupe’s optional 22-inch wheels are larger than the 21-inch wheels on the GV70 Sport Prestige.

Suspension and Handling

The GLE Coupe has a standard automatic front and rear load leveling suspension to keep ride height level with a heavy load or when towing. The GLE Coupe’s height leveling suspension allows the driver to raise ride height for better off-road clearance and then lower it again for easier entering and exiting and better on-road handling. The GV70 doesn’t offer a load leveling suspension.

The GLE Coupe has vehicle speed sensitive variable-assist power steering, for low-effort parking, better control at highway speeds and during hard cornering, and a better feel of the road. The GV70 doesn’t offer variable-assist power steering.

The GLE Coupe’s drift compensation steering can automatically compensate for road conditions which would cause the vehicle to drift from side to side, helping the driver to keep the vehicle straight more easily. The GV70 doesn’t offer drift compensation steering.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the GLE Coupe’s wheelbase is 2.4 inches longer than on the GV70 (115.6 inches vs. 113.2 inches).

For better handling and stability, the track (width between the wheels) on the GLE Coupe is 1.3 inches wider in the front and 2.5 inches wider in the rear than the average track on the GV70.

The GLE 450 4MATIC Coupe handles at .90 G’s, while the GV70 Sport Prestige pulls only .82 G’s of cornering force in a Motor Trend skidpad test.

The GLE 450 4MATIC Coupe executes Motor Trend’s “Figure Eight” maneuver 1.1 seconds quicker than the GV70 Advanced (25.8 seconds @ .74 average G’s vs. 26.9 seconds @ .65 average G’s).

Passenger Space

The GLE Coupe has .9 inches more front headroom, .2 inches more front shoulder room and 1.6 inches more rear shoulder room than the GV70.

Cargo Capacity

The GLE Coupe has a much larger cargo volume with its rear seat up than the GV70 with its rear seat up (31.6 vs. 28.9 cubic feet). The GLE Coupe has a much larger cargo volume with its rear seat folded than the GV70 with its rear seat folded (64.1 vs. 56.9 cubic feet).

The GLE Coupe’s cargo area is larger than the GV70’s in almost every dimension:

	GLE Coupe	GV70
Length to seat (2nd/1st)	44.8”/68”	37”/72”
Height	31.7”	29”

Towing

The GLE Coupe’s standard towing capacity is much higher than the GV70’s (7700 vs. 3500 pounds).

Optional Trailer Stability Assist on the GLE Coupe uses the Electronic Stability Program sensors to detect trailer sway, then uses individual brakes to counteract any swaying and help keep the tow vehicle and trailer steady. The GV70 doesn’t offer electronic trailer sway control.

Ergonomics

The GLE Coupe has a standard remote vehicle starting system, so the vehicle can be started from inside the driver's house. This allows the driver to comfortably warm up the engine before going out to the vehicle. The climate system will also automatically heat or cool the interior. The GV70 doesn’t offer a remote starting system.

Unlike the driver-only memory system in the GV70 Select/Advanced/Prestige, the GLE Coupe has standard driver and passenger memory, so that when drivers switch, the memory setting adjusts the driver’s seat, steering wheel position, outside mirror angle and radio stations and the front passenger seat also adjusts to the new passenger’s preset preferences.

The GLE Coupe’s instruments include an oil pressure gauge and a temperature gauge - which could save your engine! Often ‘idiot lights’ don’t warn you until damage has been done. The GV70 does not have an oil pressure gauge.

If the windows are left open on the GLE Coupe the driver can close them all at the outside door handle or from a distance using the remote (remote must be aimed at door sensor). On a hot day the driver can lower the windows from a distance using the keyless remote. The driver of the GV70 can only close the windows from inside the vehicle, with the ignition on.

The GLE Coupe’s standard Keyless-Go allow you to unlock the doors from any outside door handle, open the cargo door, and start the engine, all without removing the key from the pocket or purse. Proximity Key standard on the GV70 doesn’t offer a sensor on the rear doors, so you’ll have to reach a front handle to unlock the rear door.

Heated windshield washer fluid is optional on the GLE Coupe to defrost the washer nozzles and quickly clear ice and frost from the windshield without scraping. The GV70 doesn’t offer heated windshield washer fluid.

To help drivers avoid possible obstacles, the GLE Coupe offers optional cornering lights to illuminate around corners when the turn signals are activated. The GV70 doesn’t offer cornering lights. The GLE Coupe also offers optional adaptive headlights to illuminate around corners automatically by reading vehicle speed and steering wheel angle.

To better shield the driver and front passenger’s vision, the GLE Coupe has standard dual-element sun visors that can block glare from two directions simultaneously. The GV70 doesn’t offer secondary sun visors.

The Mercedes GLE Coupe has power folding mirrors that offer unparalleled convenience while maneuvering in tight places or parked. With the mirrors folded it’s easier to walk past and help prevent parking damage. The mirrors can be quickly unfolded when the driver is ready to leave. Power folding mirrors are only offered on the GV70 Select/Advanced/Prestige.

To quickly and conveniently keep personal devices charged without cables tangling and wearing out, the Mercedes GLE has a standard wireless phone charging system (Qi) in the center console. Only the GV70 Select/Advanced/Prestige offers wireless charging.

Recommendations

The Mercedes GLE outsold the Genesis GV70 by over two to one during 2024.

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