BMW X5 vs Mercedes-Benz GL450
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450
Overview
| Spec | BMW X5sDrive40i | Mercedes-Benz GL450GL 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | sDrive40i | GL 450 4MATIC |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW X5sDrive40i | Mercedes-Benz GL450GL 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $68,300 | $65,200 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $10,895 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $79,175 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $111,850 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 219 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW X5sDrive40i | Mercedes-Benz GL450GL 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 17 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 21.9 gal | 26.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW X5sDrive40i | Mercedes-Benz GL450GL 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 375 hp (best) | 362 hp |
| Torque | 398 lb-ft (best) | 369 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3 L |
| Cylinders | I6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW X5sDrive40i | Mercedes-Benz GL450GL 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 72.3 cu ft | 93.8 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 5,952 lbs | 7,500 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,054 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,919 lbs (best) | 5,371 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 8.3 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 121.1 in (best) |
| Length | 194.2 in | 201.6 in (best) |
| Width | 78.9 in | 84.3 in (best) |
| Height | 69.1 in | 72.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW X5sDrive40i | Mercedes-Benz GL450GL 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | Not Rated | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 (best) | 5 |
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 | BMW X5 | Mercedes-Benz GL450 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | sDrive40i $68,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | GL 450 4MATIC $65,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | xDrive40i $70,600 MSRP | — |
| 3 | xDrive50e $76,000 MSRP | — |
| 4 | M60i $93,600 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Competition $131,000 MSRP | — |
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BMW X5 vs Mercedes-Benz GL450 FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 BMW X5 or 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 BMW X5 vs 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 BMW X5 or 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 starts lower at $65,200. Live BMW X5 listings start at $10,895.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 BMW X5 or 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450?
- The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (65,200).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 BMW X5 or 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450?
- The 2026 BMW X5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 BMW X5 or 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450?
- The 2026 BMW X5 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (40).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 BMW X5 or 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450?
- The 2026 BMW X5 leads on horsepower in this comparison (617).
- Which has better seats: 2026 BMW X5 or 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450?
- The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 BMW X5 or 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450?
- The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 BMW X5 vs 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: BMW X5 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).