Is the cheapest vehicle option always the best option? Discover what your money gets you when you choose Mercedes-Benz with the following 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE SUV vs 2018 Cadillac XT5 comparison.

For only $12,000 more, the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 SUV offers car shoppers much more value. The GLE SUV outperforms the Cadillac XT5 in all important areas, including cargo space, towing capacity, and performance. The most striking difference between the two models is the XT5's lack of standard safety features compared to the GLE SUV--the GLE offers 19 standard safety features while the XT5 only offers three.

2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 SUV	VS	2018 Cadillac XT5 Standard
$52,200*	Starting Price (Base Trim)	$40,595
302-horsepower 3.5L V6	Performance Specs	310-horsepower 3.6L V6
38.2 - 80.3 cubic feet & 6,600 pounds	Cargo Space & Towing Capacity	30.0 - 63.0 cubic feet & 3,500 pounds
19	# of Standard Safety Features	3

What safety features come standard on the GLE 350 SUV?

Why choose a vehicle with only three standard safety features when you could drive a more spacious, more powerful vehicle that offers 19 standard safety features? The best choice for added confidence and peace of mind behind the wheel is clear. From smart active safety features to innovative driver-assists, the GLE 350 SUV is ready to protect you and your family in a variety of situations.

Highlighted standard safety features on the GLE 350 SUV include: