Spacious, convenient, luxurious-sounds like the 2021 BMW X5 and Mercedes-Benz GLE in a nutshell. If you need a new luxury SUV for the streets of Chattanooga, Hixon, and Cleveland, Tennessee, we want to introduce you to these top-tier road-trekking machines.

Discover just how deluxe a BMW and Mercedes-Benz can be and see how these two models distinguish themselves in the midsize luxury segment. Contact our team at BMW of Chattanooga when you're ready to make moves!

BMW X5 & Mercedes-Benz GLE: Performance  

Primed for performance, the 2021 X5 and GLE showcase a fine selection of engines. In fact, at the height of their powers, these models can top 600 horsepower, if you choose the performance-tuned versions.

Look to the base versions, though, and you'll see the BMW X5 uses a more powerful standard engine. A 3.0L BMW TwinPower Turbo 6-cylinder generates up to 335 horsepower. It's a major improvement over the 255 horsepower you get from the turbo 4-cylinder in the base GLE.

Plus, only the BMW is available as a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). With the X5 xDrive45e, you'll see 389 horsepower and 30 miles of all-electric range-the best yet in any BMW plug-in hybrid!

X5 & GLE: You'll Love the BMW Crystal Shifter

You'll feel pampered the moment you slide inside the 2021 X5 or GLE. From the lap of luxury, you'll have elegance on every side, from available leather-appointed seats to stunningly beautiful wood and metal finishes. One point in the BMW X5's favor? The available Glass Controls.

This BMW-exclusive feature plates the iDrive Controller, start/stop button, and gear shifter in Swarovski glass crystals, handmade and diamond cut! Feel the weight of luxury and wrap your fingers around your shifter. The iDrive Controller features an illuminated "X," alluding to the X5 Sports Activity Vehicle®.

You won't find the same level of sheer sophistication in the Mercedes-Benz GLE, which lacks a similar feature. 

BMW X5 vs Mercedes-Benz GLE: Which Is Better?

The 2021 BMW X5 and Mercedes-Benz GLE are loved by many near Chattanooga, Hixon, and Cleveland, TN. However, there are some style and performance features only available in the BMW.

If you think the X5 is better, we welcome you to see it in action at BMW of Chattanooga. Schedule your test drive today and get behind the wheel at our dealership!