Compare the2024 Mercedes AMG GLE CoupeVS 2024 BMW X4 M

For enhanced safety, the front and rear seat shoulder belts of the Mercedes AMG GLE Coupe have pretensioners to tighten the seatbelts and eliminate dangerous slack in the event of a collision and force limiters to limit the pressure the belts will exert on the passengers. The BMW X4 M doesn’t offer pretensioners for its rear seat belts.

For enhanced safety, the front seat shoulder belts of the Mercedes AMG GLE Coupe are height-adjustable to accommodate a wide variety of driver and passenger heights. A better fit can prevent injuries and the increased comfort also encourages passengers to buckle up. The BMW X4 M doesn’t offer height-adjustable seat belts.

Earlier warning of stopped traffic, traffic signals, dangerous road conditions, weather, or accidents, can keep driver's safer and prevent crashes. The AMG GLE Coupe has Car-to-X, a system that seamlesslycommunicates important warnings to the driver about impending danger, if they're available. The X4 M doesn’t offer a system that can receive automated systems from other vehicles.

Both the AMG GLE Coupe and X4 M have rear cross-traffic warning, but the AMG GLE Coupe has Active Brake Assist (automatically applies the brakes) to better prevent a collision when backing near traffic. The X4 M’s Cross Traffic Warning doesn’t automatically brake.

Both the AMG GLE Coupe and the X4 M have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver knee airbags, side-impact head airbags, four-wheel antilock brakes, all wheel drive, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, crash mitigating brakes, daytime running lights, blind spot warning systems, rearview cameras, rear cross-path warning, driver alert monitors and available lane departure warning systems.

The Mercedes AMG GLE Coupe weighs 661 to 981 pounds more than the BMW X4 M. The NHTSA advises that heavier vehicles are much safer in collisions than their significantly lighter counterparts.

There are over 9 percent more Mercedes dealers than there are BMW dealers, which makes it easier should you ever need service under the AMG GLE Coupe’s warranty.

The GLE 63 S Coupe’s standard 4.0 turbo V8 hybrid produces 100 more horsepower (603 vs. 503) and 148 lbs.-ft. more torque (627 vs. 479) than the X4 M Competition’s standard 3.0 turbo 6-cylinder.

On the EPA test cycle the AMG GLE Coupe gets better mileage than the X4 M:

An engine control system that can shut down some of the engine’s cylinders helps improve the AMG GLE Coupe 63 S’ fuel efficiency. The X4 M doesn’t offer a system that can shut down part of the engine.

The AMG GLE Coupe has 5.3 gallons more fuel capacity than the X4 M (22.5 vs. 17.2 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups.

In its Green Vehicle Guide, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rates the Mercedes AMG GLE Coupe higher (5 to 7 out of 10) than the BMW X4 M (3). This means the AMG GLE Coupe produces up to 24.5 pounds less smog-producing pollutants than the X4 M every 15,000 miles.

A nine-speed automatic is standard on the Mercedes AMG GLE Coupe, for better acceleration and lower engine speed on the highway. Only an eight-speed automatic is available for the X4 M.

For better stopping power the AMG GLE Coupe’s front brake rotors are larger than those on the X4 M:

The AMG GLE Coupe offers optional heat-treated ceramic brake rotors, which last ten to twenty times as long as conventional cast iron rotors, don’t rust, don’t fade during repeated high speed braking, and their lighter weight contribute to better braking, handling and acceleration. The X4 M doesn’t offer ceramic brake rotors.

For better traction, the AMG GLE Coupe has larger standard tires than the X4 M (F:275/45R21 & R:315/40R21 vs. F:255/45R20 & R:265/45R20). The AMG GLE Coupe’s optional tires are larger than the largest tires available on the X4 M (F:285/40R22 & R:325/35R22 vs. F:255/45R20 & R:265/45R20).

The AMG GLE Coupe’s standard 315/40R21 rear tires provide better handling because they have a lower 40 series profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the X4 M’s standard 45 series tires. The AMG GLE Coupe’s optional 325/35R22 rear tires have a lower 35 series profile than the X4 M Competition’s 40 series tires.

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the AMG GLE Coupe has standard 21-inch wheels. Smaller 20-inch wheels are standard on the X4 M. The AMG GLE Coupe’s optional 22-inch wheels are larger than the 21-inch wheels on the X4 M Competition.

The AMG GLE Coupe offers active sway bars, which help keep it flat and controlled during cornering, but disconnect at lower speeds to smooth the ride and offer greater off-road suspension articulation. This helps keep the tires glued to the road on-road and off. The X4 M doesn’t offer an active sway bar system.

The front and rear suspension of the AMG GLE Coupe uses air springs for a smoother, controlled ride than the X4 M, which uses coil springs. Air springs maintain proper ride height and ride more smoothly.

The AMG GLE Coupe offers an available adjustable active suspension system, which counteracts cornering forces actively, limiting body roll and improving handling and stability. BMW doesn’t offer an active suspension on the X4 M.

The AMG GLE Coupe has a standard automatic front and rear load leveling suspension to keep ride height level with a heavy load or when towing. The AMG GLE Coupe’s height leveling suspension allows the driver to raise ride height for better off-road clearance and then lower it again for easier entering and exiting and better on-road handling. The X4 M doesn’t offer a load leveling suspension.

The AMG GLE Coupe’s drift compensation steering can automatically compensate for road conditions which would cause the vehicle to drift from side to side, helping the driver to keep the vehicle straight more easily. The X4 M doesn’t offer drift compensation steering.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the AMG GLE Coupe’s wheelbase is 2.8 inches longer than on the X4 M (115.6 inches vs. 112.8 inches).

For better handling and stability, the average track (width between the wheels) on the AMG GLE Coupe is 2.6 inches wider in the front and 3.4 inches wider in the rear than the average track on the X4 M.

For better maneuverability, the AMG GLE Coupe’s turning circle is 1.9 feet tighter than the X4 M’s (39.4 feet vs. 41.3 feet).

The design of the Mercedes AMG GLE Coupe amounts to more than styling. The AMG GLE Coupe has an aerodynamic coefficient of drag of .34 Cd. That is lower than the X4 M (.36). A more efficient exterior helps keep the interior quieter and helps the AMG GLE Coupe get better fuel mileage.

The AMG GLE Coupe has 6.2 cubic feet more passenger volume than the X4 M (104 vs. 97.8).

The AMG GLE Coupe has 1 inch more front headroom, 1.8 inches more front shoulder room, .6 inches more rear headroom and 2.5 inches more rear shoulder room than the X4 M.

Optional Trailer Stability Assist on the AMG GLE Coupe uses the Electronic Stability Program sensors to detect trailer sway, then uses individual brakes to counteract any swaying and help keep the tow vehicle and trailer steady. The X4 M doesn’t offer electronic trailer sway control.

Unlike the driver-only memory system in the X4 M, the AMG GLE Coupe has standard driver and passenger memory, so that when drivers switch, the memory setting adjusts the driver’s seat, steering wheel position and outside mirror angle and the front passenger seat also adjusts to the new passenger’s preset preferences.

The AMG GLE Coupe’s standard easy entry and exit feature raises the steering wheel and glides the driver’s seat back, making it easier for the driver to get in and out. The X4 M doesn’t offer an easy entry system.

Heated windshield washer fluid is optional on the AMG GLE Coupe to defrost the washer nozzles and quickly clear ice and frost from the windshield without scraping. The X4 M doesn’t offer heated windshield washer fluid.

To better shield the driver and front passenger’s vision, the AMG GLE Coupe has standard dual-element sun visors that can block glare from two directions simultaneously. The X4 M doesn’t offer secondary sun visors.

Manual rear side window sunshades are available in the AMG GLE Coupe to help block heat and glare for the rear passengers. The X4 M doesn’t offer rear side window sunshades.

The AMG GLE Coupe offers optional massaging front seats in order to maximize comfort and eliminate fatigue on long trips. Massaging seats aren’t available in the X4 M.

To quickly and conveniently keep personal devices charged without cables tangling and wearing out, the Mercedes AMG GLE has a standard wireless phone charging system (Qi) in the center console. Wireless charging costs extra on the X4 M.

The AMG GLE Coupe has a 115-volt a/c outlet on the center console, allowing you to recharge a laptop or run small household appliances without special adapters that can break or get misplaced. The X4 M doesn’t offer a house-current electrical outlet.

The Mercedes GLE outsold the BMW X4 by over six to one during 2022.