Comparing the 2020 Lexus RX 350 vs. 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE

The Lexus RX 350 is one of the most popular luxury SUVs on the market, and it competes directly with the Mercedes-Benz GLE for shoppers’ attention and adoration. If you’ve narrowed your search down to these two well-rounded SUVs, you may be feeling the weight of your decision. We’ll take some of the pressure off with a quick comparison of these two luxury crossovers.

Performance Comparison

Let’s take a look under the hood to see where these two luxury SUVs derive their power from. The 2020 RX 350 runs on a 295-horsepower V6 that makes 267 pound-feet of torque with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard and all-wheel drive is an available option. On the other hand, the 2020 GLE offers a turbocharged 2.0-liter I4 engine with 255 horsepower, 273 pound-feet of torque, a nine-speed transmission, and rear-wheel drive. Though the GLE squeaks out a few more pound-feet of torque, it falls quite short for horsepower, which you’ll definitely notice on the road.

Interior Comparison

The 2021 RX 350 and the 2021 GLE have many similarities when you look at their interiors, including easy to use infotainment systems, standard leatherette upholstery, Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto, and USB ports abound. They also both offer plenty of passenger space, though the 2021 RX 350 does best the GLE for measurements in several spots. As the RX 350 has a significantly smaller price tag than the GLE, you’re likely to find that its cabin is a little more approachable for everyday life, though undoubtedly comfortable and luxurious.

Safety Comparison

Both of these SUVs come standard with several helpful driver assistance features to keep you out of harm’s way. The 2020 Lexus RX 350 includes a rearview camera, forward collision warning, forward automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, automatic high-beam headlights, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, and adaptive cruise control. In comparison, the 2020 GLE only comes standard with a rearview camera, blind spot monitoring, active brake assist, and driver attention monitoring, making the 2020 RX 350 the better safety features pick.

Find the 2020 Lexus RX 350 in Wesley Chapel, FL

It’s hard to beat the Lexus RX 350, which is why we always recommend it to our customers here at Lexus of Wesley Chapel. If you’re ready to experience the Lexus RX in Wesley Chapel, FL, we encourage you to start your shop in our online inventory where you’ll be able to see all of our available RX models at once. When you’ve found the perfect model for your needs, contact us to set up a test drive appointment.