Comparing the Mercedes-Benz GLE and the Mahindra XEV 9e side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mercedes-Benz GLE is available at ₹9,499,000, while the Mahindra XEV 9e is priced at ₹2,149,000. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz GLE comes with a 2925 cc (Diesel) / 1991 cc (Petrol) unit compared to the Mahindra XEV 9e's N/A (Electric), producing 272 bhp (GLE 300d) / 258 bhp (GLE 300) and 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | — | NMC / LFP Battery (IP67) |
| Displacement | 2925 cc (Diesel) / 1991 cc (Petrol) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | 4MATIC AWD | RWD / AWD |
| Engine Type | 2.9L M176 V6 Diesel / 2.0L M264 Petrol / 3.0L M256 Inline-6 | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (AWD - Dual) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Diesel / Petrol (Mild Hybrid) | Electric |
| Gearbox | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC | Single-Speed |
| Mileage | 11.74 kmpl - ARAI | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 (Diesel V6) / 4 (Petrol) | — |
| Power | 272 bhp (GLE 300d) / 258 bhp (GLE 300) | 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 600 Nm (Diesel) / 400 Nm (Petrol) | 438 Nm (RWD) / 704 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 59 kWh / 79 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast: ~20 min (10-80%, 175 kW) |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - DC Fast (175 kW) |
| Range | — | 656 km (79 kWh - ARAI) |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 630 Litres (5-seat) | 663 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | 2750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 230 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2250 kg | 2200 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4924 mm / 2020 mm / 1796 mm | 4791 mm / 1907 mm / 1694 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 2775 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Display | 3x12.3-inch Triple Display Setup |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus | Yes - ADAS Level 2+ |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 12.8-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch Central Touchscreen + 12.3-inch Passenger Display |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather | Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | Burmester 13-Speaker | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (large) |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-C + V2L |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Digital Light LED Headlamps | LED Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 265/50 R19 (front) / 295/45 R19 (rear) | 245/45 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch / 21-inch AMG Alloy Wheels | 20-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 9 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESP with AIRMATIC | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes + Downhill Speed Regulation | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackHigh Tech SilverSodalite Blue | Nebula BlueEverest WhiteStealth BlackTango RedRuby VelvetDesert MystDeep Forest |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | 4.3 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
