Genesis GV80 vs Mercedes-Benz GLE350
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE350
Overview
| Spec | Genesis GV802.5T | Mercedes-Benz GLE350GLE 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 2.5T | GLE 350 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Genesis GV802.5T | Mercedes-Benz GLE350GLE 350 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $57,700 (best) | $62,250 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Genesis GV802.5T | Mercedes-Benz GLE350GLE 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 23 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 28 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 21.1 gal | 22.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Genesis GV802.5T | Mercedes-Benz GLE350GLE 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp (best) | 255 hp |
| Torque | 311 lb-ft (best) | 295 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.5 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Genesis GV802.5T | Mercedes-Benz GLE350GLE 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 71.1 cu ft | 74.9 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 6,000 lbs | 7,700 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,709 lbs (best) | 4,806 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 8.1 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 116.3 in | 117.9 in (best) |
| Length | 194.5 in (best) | 194.3 in |
| Width | 77.8 in (best) | 76.7 in |
| Height | 67.5 in | 70.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Genesis GV802.5T | Mercedes-Benz GLE350GLE 350 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| 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 | 4 / 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 | Genesis GV80 | Mercedes-Benz GLE350 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.5T $57,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) | GLE 350 $62,250 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 2.5T $59,850 MSRP | GLE 350 4MATIC $64,750 MSRP |
| 3 | 2.5T Select $63,750 MSRP | — |
| 4 | 2.5T Advanced $68,600 MSRP | — |
| 5 | 2.5T Prestige $73,500 MSRP | — |
| 6 | 3.5T Advanced $75,950 MSRP | — |
| 7 | 3.5T Prestige $82,330 MSRP | — |
| 8 | 3.5T Prestige Black $83,250 MSRP | — |