Lincoln Aviator vs Mercedes-Benz GLE350
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE350
Overview
| Spec | Lincoln AviatorPremiere | Mercedes-Benz GLE350GLE 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premiere | GLE 350 4MATIC |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Lincoln AviatorPremiere | Mercedes-Benz GLE350GLE 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $57,495 (best) | $68,400 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Lincoln AviatorPremiere | Mercedes-Benz GLE350GLE 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 18 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 20.2 gal | 22.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Lincoln AviatorPremiere | Mercedes-Benz GLE350GLE 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 383 hp (best) | 255 hp |
| Torque | 415 lb-ft (best) | 295 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Lincoln AviatorPremiere | Mercedes-Benz GLE350GLE 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 6 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 78.6 cu ft (best) | 74.9 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 5,000 lbs | 7,700 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | — | 4,916 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 119.1 in (best) | 117.9 in |
| Length | 199.7 in (best) | 193.8 in |
| Width | 79.6 in | 79.7 in (best) |
| Height | 69.6 in | 70.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Lincoln AviatorPremiere | Mercedes-Benz GLE350GLE 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | None reported (best) |
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 | Lincoln Aviator | Mercedes-Benz GLE350 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premiere $57,495 MSRP(Currently comparing) | GLE 350 4MATIC $68,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premiere $59,495 MSRP | — |
| 3 | Livery RWD $58,095 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Livery AWD $60,095 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Reserve $67,295 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Reserve $69,295 MSRP | — |
| 7 | Black Label $85,910 MSRP | — |
Lincoln Aviator vs Mercedes-Benz GLE350 FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Lincoln Aviator or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE350?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Lincoln Aviator vs 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 Lincoln Aviator or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE350?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Lincoln Aviator starts lower at $57,495.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Lincoln Aviator or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE350?
- The 2027 Lincoln Aviator leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (57,495).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Lincoln Aviator or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE350?
- The 2027 Lincoln Aviator leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Lincoln Aviator or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE350?
- The 2027 Lincoln Aviator leads on horsepower in this comparison (400).
- Which has better seats: 2027 Lincoln Aviator or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE350?
- The 2027 Lincoln Aviator leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Lincoln Aviator or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE350?
- The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,700).