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BMW X5
2021 BMW X5
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$59,400
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Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 SUV
2021 Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 SUV
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$72,350
Starting Price (MSRP)
9.1
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Overview

Engine
3.0-liter Turbo Inline-6 Hybrid
Engine
3.0-liter Turbo Inline-6 Hybrid
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Other
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 26 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 18 MPG
Hwy: 22 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
21.9 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
22.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater

Photos

BMW X5
2019-2021 BMW X5 In Motion
2019-2021 BMW X5 Dashboard
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Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 SUV
2021 Mercedes-AMG GLE53 Rear Angle View
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
3.0-liter Turbo Inline-6 Hybrid
3.0-liter Turbo Inline-6 Hybrid
Horsepower
335 hp @ 5500 rpm
429 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque
330 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
384 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Other

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
41.3 ft
N/A

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
19" x 9"
20" x 9"
Rear Wheel Size
19" x 9"
20" x 9"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Double Wishbone
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P265/50HR19
P275/50HR20
Rear Tire
P265/50HR19
P275/50HR20
Spare Tire
N/A
Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
23 MPG
19 MPG
City
21 MPG
18 MPG
Highway
26 MPG
22 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
7.7 (2020) Tons/yr
9.4 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
21.9 gallons
22.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
459.9 miles
405 miles
Cruising Range Highway
569.4 miles
495 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
194.3 in
194.4 in
Height
68.7 in
70.2 in
Max Width
78.9 in
79.3 in
Front Width
66.1 in
66.2 in
Rear Width
66.9 in
67.9 in
Wheelbase
117.1 in
117.9 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
7.5 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
39.8 in
N/A
Front Seat Headroom
40.8 in
42.3 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
60 in
59.3 in
Front Seat Hip Room
N/A
60.8 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
37.4 in
N/A
Rear Seat Headroom
38.7 in
40.4 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
58.1 in
58.4 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
N/A
59.9 in

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,758 lbs
N/A

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
72.3 ft³
N/A
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
33.9 ft³
N/A
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
33.9 ft³
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Alpine White
  • Jet Black
  • Black
  • Polar White

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Arctic Gray Metallic
  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Carbon Black Metallic
  • Dark Graphite Metallic
  • Manhattan Green Metallic
  • Mineral White Metallic
  • Phytonic Blue Metallic
  • Brilliant Blue Metallic
  • Emerald Green Metallic
  • Iridium Silver Metallic
  • Lunar Blue Metallic
  • Mojave Silver Metallic
  • Obsidian Black Metallic
  • Selenite Grey
  • designo Cardinal Red Metallic
  • designo Diamond White Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, SensaTec Upholstery
  • Canberra Beige/Black, SensaTec Upholstery
  • Black w/Red Stitching, MB Tex Upholstery

Optional Interior Materials

  • Black, Vernasca Leather Upholstery (MC)
  • Canberra Beige, Vernasca Leather Upholstery (MC)
  • Coffee, Vernasca Leather Upholstery (MC)
  • Cognac, Vernasca Leather Upholstery (MC)
  • Ivory White, Vernasca Leather Upholstery (MC)
  • Black, Individual Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
  • Coffee, Individual Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
  • Ivory White, Individual Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
  • Ivory White/Night Blue, (Ind) Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
  • Tartufo, Individual Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
  • Black, Perforated Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Classic Red/Black, Perforated Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Tartufo Brown/Black, Perforated Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Beige w/Black & Stitching, Exclusive Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Black, Exclusive Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Classic Red/Black, Exclusive Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Magma Grey/Black w/Stitch, Exclusive Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Tartufo Brown/Black, Exclusive Nappa Leather Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Standard
Not Available
Premium Sound System
Optional
Standard
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Optional
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Not Available
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Optional
Leather Seats
Standard
Optional
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Standard
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Optional
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Head-Up Display
Optional
Optional
Navigation System
Standard
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Liftgate
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Optional
Optional
Automatic Parking
Optional
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Optional
Optional
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Not Available
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Standard
Heated Rear Seat(s)
Optional
Optional
Heated Steering Wheel
Optional
Optional
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Optional
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Optional
Remote Engine Start
Optional
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Standard
Seat Memory
Standard
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Standard
Seat-Massage
Optional
Optional
Rear A/C
Standard
Optional
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Optional
Lane Keeping Assist
Optional
Optional
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA crash test result

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Hybrid/Electric Components
8 Years / 80,000 Miles
8 Years / 100,000 Miles
Maintenance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
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