Performance, power and 0-100 km/h
2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.6 seconds, compared with 6.2 seconds for 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE 400e 4MATIC. 2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 has the higher listed output at 360 hp; 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE 400e 4MATIC is rated at 313 hp, a difference of 47 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE 400e 4MATIC at 550 Nm and 2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 at 520 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.
Range, battery, charging and efficiency
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE 400e 4MATIC carries the longer listed range at 91 km, against 66 km for 2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360. Their recorded consumption is identical at 1.6 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.
Dimensions, cargo space and towing
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE 400e 4MATIC provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 630 litres versus 555 litres, a difference of 75 litres. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE 400e 4MATIC carries the higher towing rating at 2,700 kg, while 2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 is listed at 1,500 kg. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE 400e 4MATIC is 334 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.
Price and overall assessment
2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 has the lower listed starting price at $58,000, compared with $74,500 for 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE 400e 4MATIC. The measured categories split evenly, so the better choice depends on which attributes matter most. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.