Acura ZDX vs Mercedes-Benz GLE450e
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE450e
Overview
| Spec | Acura ZDXZDX SUV | Mercedes-Benz GLE450eGLE 450e |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | ZDX SUV | GLE 450e |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | electric | plug-in hybrid |
| Model year | 2025 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura ZDXZDX SUV | Mercedes-Benz GLE450eGLE 450e |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $64,500 (best) | $72,250 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura ZDXZDX SUV | Mercedes-Benz GLE450eGLE 450e |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 23 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 26 MPG (best) |
| Combined MPGe | 90 MPGe (best) | 60 MPGe |
| Electric range | 313 mi (best) | 50 mi |
| 240V charge time | 11 hr | 3 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | — | 17.2 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Acura ZDXZDX SUV | Mercedes-Benz GLE450eGLE 450e |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 358 hp | 381 hp (best) |
| Torque | 324 lb-ft | 479 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | — | 2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | — | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura ZDXZDX SUV | Mercedes-Benz GLE450eGLE 450e |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 60.8 cu ft | 74.9 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 3,500 lbs | 7,700 lbs (best) |
| Payload | — | 1,601 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 5,421 lbs (best) | 5,754 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 7 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 121.8 in (best) | 117.9 in |
| Length | 197.7 in (best) | 194.3 in |
| Width | 77 in (best) | 76.7 in |
| Height | 64.4 in | 70.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura ZDXZDX SUV | Mercedes-Benz GLE450eGLE 450e |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura ZDX | Mercedes-Benz GLE450e |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ZDX SUV $64,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) | GLE 450e $72,250 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | ZDX SUV $68,500 MSRP | — |
| 3 | Type S $73,500 MSRP | — |