Touareg R vs Benz GLE 53
Volkswagen · Mercedes-Benz
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Touareg R beats the Benz GLE 53 comfortably, finishing 0.10 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Touareg R thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Touareg R is $70,000 vs $71,000 for the Benz GLE 53 — a $1,000 gap. Power: Touareg R makes 33 hp more (462 vs 429). 0–100 km/h: Touareg R is 0.10s quicker (5.1s vs 5.2s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Touareg R or the Benz GLE 53?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Touareg R is faster, beating the Benz GLE 53 by 0.10 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Touareg R vs the Benz GLE 53?
The Touareg R hits 100 km/h in 5.1 seconds, while the Benz GLE 53 does it in 5.2 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Touareg R produces 462 hp; the Benz GLE 53 produces 429 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Touareg R tops out at 250 km/h, and the Benz GLE 53 reaches 250 km/h.
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