Head to head
Mercedes-Benz GLE 400e vs Volkswagen Golf
The Mercedes-Benz GLE 400e is a plug-in hybrid suv. The Volkswagen Golf is a compact five-door hatchback.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Mercedes-Benz GLE 400e | Volkswagen Golf | |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | up to 7 (7-seat option available on GLE) | 5 |
| System power | 375hp (280kW), 650Nm | - |
| 0-62mph | 6.1 seconds | - |
| Engines | - | 1.5 TSI 115bhp to 1.5 TSI 204bhp plug-in hybrid eHybrid |
| 0-60mph | - | 9.9 seconds (1.5 TSI), 7.2 seconds (eHybrid) |
| Boot volume | - | 273-381 litres (seats up), 1,270 litres (seats down) |
| Length | - | 4,284mm |
Sources: Mercedes-Benz GLE 400e, Volkswagen Golf. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GLE 400e if...
A plug-in hybrid large SUV aimed at buyers wanting seven-seat flexibility with the option of short electric-only running. It suits family and executive hire where low local emissions running matters alongside SUV space.
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- Avis Prestige - London, South Kensington
Buy or hire the Golf if...
A well-known compact hatchback bought and hired as an everyday, easy-to-drive family car. The range of petrol, mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid engines lets a hire fleet offer a cheap-to-run option without stepping down to a smaller car.
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Common questions
What is the difference between the Mercedes-Benz GLE 400e and the Volkswagen Golf?
The Mercedes-Benz GLE 400e is a plug-in hybrid SUV; the Volkswagen Golf is a compact five-door hatchback.
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