Trunk comparison: BMW 5 Series Touring vs Mercedes Benz GLE
Key Result
The two vehicles mainly differ in two points: The trunk opening of the Mercedes-Benz GLE is
than that of the BMW 5 Series Touring, and the loading edge of the GLE is
. Other dimensions differ only slightly: with the seats folded down, the GLE has a nominal +1.6 in (2%) more length, with the front row upright the BMW has +1.6 in (4%) more length, the depth is the same, the narrowest width in the BMW is +0.8 in (2%) larger, and the opening width in the GLE is +1.6 in (4%) larger — all below the 10% mark.
Impact on Usability
The higher trunk opening of the GLE makes transporting tall items easier: bulky or tall cargo fits more easily through the opening without needing to be tilted strongly. However, the significantly higher loading edge of the GLE makes loading and unloading more strenuous — heavy items must be lifted higher. For frequently transporting bulky but light items (e.g., furniture parts in an upright position), the GLE is advantageous due to the larger opening. Those who regularly load heavy loads (groceries, beverage crates, heavy toolboxes) benefit from the lower loading edge of the BMW 5 Series Touring because lifting and sliding items in is much easier. In short: GLE = more vertical space but higher loading edge; BMW 5 Series Touring = lower loading edge and thus better everyday usability when lifting heavy loads, with only minor compromises in opening size and interior length.