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GLE 450 vs 740i

Mercedes-Benz · BMW

1/4 Mile winner
740i
Beats the GLE 450 by 0.30s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the 740i beats the GLE 450 comfortably, finishing 0.30 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 740i thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
362 hp
375 hp
0–100 km/h
5.5s
5.2s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
V6
3.0L Turbo I6 MHEV
Fuel
Petrol
Mild Hybrid
Torque
500 Nm
540 Nm
Price
$63,000
$98,000

Simulated race times

Distance
GLE 450
740i
100 m
6.093s
5.940s
1/8 mile
8.989s
8.775s
1/4 mile
13.476s
13.179s
1 km
24.009s
23.575s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: GLE 450 is $63,000 vs $98,000 for the 740i — a $35,000 gap. Power: 740i makes 13 hp more (362 vs 375). 0–100 km/h: 740i is 0.30s quicker (5.5s vs 5.2s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the GLE 450 or the 740i?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 740i is faster, beating the GLE 450 by 0.30 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the GLE 450 vs the 740i?

The GLE 450 hits 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds, while the 740i does it in 5.2 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The GLE 450 produces 362 hp; the 740i produces 375 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The GLE 450 tops out at 250 km/h, and the 740i reaches 250 km/h.

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