Lincoln Aviator vs Mercedes-Benz GLE450
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE450
Overview
| Spec | Lincoln AviatorPremiere | Mercedes-Benz GLE450GLE 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premiere | GLE 450 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 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Lincoln AviatorPremiere | Mercedes-Benz GLE450GLE 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $57,495 (best) | $72,250 |
| Lowest listing price | $23,750 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $57,904 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $99,403 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 56 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Lincoln AviatorPremiere | Mercedes-Benz GLE450GLE 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City MPG | 18 MPG | 19 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG | 25 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 20.2 gal | 22.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Lincoln AviatorPremiere | Mercedes-Benz GLE450GLE 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 383 hp (best) | 375 hp |
| Torque | 415 lb-ft (best) | 369 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Lincoln AviatorPremiere | Mercedes-Benz GLE450GLE 450 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) |
| Payload | — | 1,601 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | — | 5,060 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 119.1 in (best) | 117.9 in |
| Length | 199.7 in (best) | 194.3 in |
| Width | 79.6 in (best) | 76.7 in |
| Height | 69.6 in | 70.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Lincoln AviatorPremiere | Mercedes-Benz GLE450GLE 450 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 GLE450 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premiere $57,495 MSRP(Currently comparing) | GLE 450 4MATIC $72,250 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premiere $59,495 MSRP | GLE 450 4MATIC $77,250 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 | — |
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Lincoln Aviator vs Mercedes-Benz GLE450 FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Lincoln Aviator or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE450?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Lincoln Aviator vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE450 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 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE450?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Lincoln Aviator starts lower at $57,495. Live Lincoln Aviator listings start at $23,750.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Lincoln Aviator or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE450?
- The 2027 Lincoln Aviator leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (57,495).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Lincoln Aviator or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE450?
- The 2027 Lincoln Aviator leads on horsepower in this comparison (400).
- Which has better seats: 2027 Lincoln Aviator or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE450?
- The 2027 Lincoln Aviator leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Lincoln Aviator or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE450?
- The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE450 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,700).