2024 Lexus GX vs BMW X5 vs Mercedes-Benz GLE
Roomy, capable, and luxurious – these are qualities that midsize luxury SUVs embody that have been enticing buyers to this segment for years now. As more buyers have arrived, the competition has also increased in terms of both the quality and quantity of choices. As such, choosing the right model for your situation keeps getting more complicated. Metro Lexus can help take that burden off your shoulders with all the information you need to make an informed decision. In this competitive face-off, we’ll take a deep dive into how the Lexus GX stands up against the BMW X5 and Mercedes-Benz GLE.
2024 Lexus GX 500 |
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2024 BMW X5 xDrive40i |
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC |
| $62,900 | Starting MSRP | $67,500 | $62,650 |
| 3.4L Twin-Turbo V6 - 349 HP / 479 lb-ft of Torque ✓ | Engine / Horsepower / Torque | 3.0L Twin-Turbo I6 - 335 HP / 383 lb-ft of Torque | 2.0L I4 - 255 HP / 295 lb-ft of Torque |
| Standard ✓ | Dynamic Radar Cruise Control | Optional | Optional |
| Standard, Illuminated ✓ | Running Boards | Optional | Optional |
| Standard ✓ | Ventilated Front Seats | Optional | Optional |
| 7 ✓ | Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| 41.2 inches ✓ | Front Leg Room | 39.8 inches | 40.3 inches |
| 43.1 inches ✓ | Rear Head Room | 38.7 inches | 40.4 inches |
| 72 Months / 70,000 Miles ✓ | Powertrain Warranty Coverage | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
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Pricing & Performance
Looking first at the starting prices of these three luxury SUVs, the Lexus GX shares a nearly identical starting price as the Mercedes-Benz GLE while offering a significant $4,600 over the BMW X5. Choosing either of the two competitors also means that you’ll be missing out on seating for 2 additional people, more room for front and rear seat passengers, and 2 years / 20,000 miles of additional powertrain warranty.
If you’re thinking such excellent value would compromise performance, you’d be wrong. Moreover, the Lexus GX rises above other SUVs’ performance, featuring a standard integrated trailer brake controller for outstanding capability both on and off the road. While Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, and BMW SUVs share some similar performance figures, only the Lexus comes standard with full-time four-wheel drive in order to help you conquer the most difficult terrain.
No one wants to deal with traffic when they’re on the road, that’s why the Lexus GX comes standard with High-speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control. This feature ensures a preset distance from obstacles automatically during cruise control during unexpected gridlock. Once traffic clears, the GX returns to its normally preset speed.
Exceptional Amenities and Convenience
Beyond strictly performance, the Lexus GX features plenty of innovative features and premium amenities to make any trip unforgettable. Other standard Lexus GX convenience features include illuminated running boards, providing effortless entry for all passengers. BMW and Mercedes-Benz drivers would need to pay extra for optional running boards. For maximum comfort, every GX comes standard with ventilated front seats. You’ll have to step up to a more expensive trim level of the X5 or GLE in order to receive the same feature.
Three-Row Seating For 7 Passengers & Warranty Protection
When interior space and passenger-carrying abilities are a must, look no further than the Lexus GX which remains a favorite among these competitors. Standard three-row seating provides generous room for up to 7 passengers. To seat 7 people in the BMW X5 or Mercedes-Benz GLE, you’ll need to shell out more money for optional seating. The Lexus GX also offers maximum comfort through its enhanced front legroom and more rear headroom.
Finally, the GX comes standard with Lexus powertrain warranty coverage for 6 years or 70,000 miles. BMW and Mercedes-Benz only offer coverage for 4 years or 50,000 miles, which means that you can drive with complete confidence for an additional 2 years in your Lexus GX.
Lexus Advantages
Through this comparison, we’ve seen a lot of strengths the Lexus GX offers over both the BMW X5 and Mercedes-Benz GLE. We already know the Lexus GX costs way less than its competitors, but we can also see those savings still let a Lexus owner enjoy advantages in terms of power, seating capacity, and other indulgences. Come visit us at Metro Lexus to learn more about the dynamic Lexus GX and to find the model that’s perfectly suited to your lifestyle.