BMW iX3 vs Mercedes-Benz GLE
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the BMW iX3 and the Mercedes-Benz GLE as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp. and IC Star Automotive, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: BMW AG (bmw.com.au), via bmw.com.au.
BMW iX3
iX3 40 variant
- SRP
- ₱5,998,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱104,376
Photo: Mercedes-Benz Philippines (IC Star Automotive, Inc.), via mercedes-benz.ph.
Mercedes-Benz GLE
GLE 450 4MATIC AMG Line variant
- SRP
- ₱5,990,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱104,237
How they differ
- The Mercedes-Benz GLE is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱5,990,000, which is ₱8,000 (0%) below the BMW iX3 at ₱5,998,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the GLE is estimated at ₱104,237 a month against ₱104,376 for the iX3, a difference of ₱139 a month.
- The GLE makes more power (380.8 PS against 320 PS for the iX3).
- The GLE is the longer vehicle (4,924 mm against 4,782 mm for the iX3).
- They differ in powertrain: the iX3 has a battery-electric powertrain, the GLE a combustion engine.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | BMW iX3iX3 40, ₱5,998,000 | Mercedes-Benz GLEGLE 450 4MATIC AMG Line, ₱5,990,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | Electric | 3.0L turbocharged inline-6 petrol |
| Displacement (differs) | n/a | 2999 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 320 PS | 380.8 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | n/a | 5800 rpm |
| Max torque | 500 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | n/a | 1,800-5,000 |
| Fuel economy (differs) | n/a | 9.1 km/L |
| Emission standard (differs) | n/a | Euro 6e-bis |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 82.6 kWh | n/a |
| Motor power (differs) | 235 kW | n/a |
| DC fast charging (differs) | 300 kW | n/a |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | Single-speed automatic | 9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain (differs) | Rear-wheel drive | 4MATIC all-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4782 mm | 4924 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1895 mm | n/a |
| Height (differs) | 1635 mm | 1797 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2897 mm | 2995 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | 2160 kg | 2310 kg |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | 5 | n/a |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 520 L | n/a |
| Payload (differs) | n/a | 700 kg |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | n/a | AIRMATIC air suspension |
| Rear suspension (differs) | n/a | AIRMATIC air suspension |
| Wheels (differs) | n/a | 21-inch AMG multi-spoke alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | n/a | ABS with Brake Assist (BAS) |
| Airbags (differs) | n/a | 7 |
| Driver assistance (differs) | n/a | Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC, 360-degree camera |
| Stability control (differs) | n/a | Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Acceleration Slip Regulation |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | n/a | MBUX with 12.3-inch touchscreen, Burmester surround sound |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | n/a | Apple CarPlay, wireless charging |
| Instrument panel (differs) | n/a | Widescreen cockpit with dual 12.3-inch displays |
| Headlight (differs) | n/a | MULTIBEAM LED |
| Keyless system (differs) | n/a | KEYLESS-GO Comfort Package |
| Other features (differs) | n/a | Airbags: two-stage front, front side, window (curtain) and driver knee; panoramic sunroof; THERMOTRONIC climate control; heated front seats with memory; rear-door sunblinds |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | n/a | 3 years |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.