In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Toyota Harrier and Mercedes-Benz GLE when choosing a car. Both cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to save you time doing research.
The OTR price of Toyota Harrier in Malaysia is RM 289,000 - 289,000, with a total of 1 version, including 2026 HEV 2.5L Standard (RM 289,000), etc.
The OTR price of Mercedes-Benz GLE in Malaysia is RM 544,888 - 544,888, with a total of 1 version, including Standard (RM 544,888), etc.
From a price perspective, the starting price of Toyota Harrier is indeed RM 255,888 cheaper than Mercedes-Benz GLE. If your budget is limited, Toyota's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, be aware that the few thousand cheaper might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Toyota Harrier is equipped with a 2.0L Turbo, 220 hp. Official fuel consumption 9.5 L/100km.
Mercedes-Benz GLE is equipped with a 3.0L Turbo, 350 hp. Official fuel consumption 12.0 L/100km.
In terms of power, the 3.0L Turbo of Mercedes-Benz GLE has 130 more horsepower than the 2.0L Turbo of Toyota Harrier. However, for daily city driving, the power of both cars is sufficient, you won't feel underpowered.

Toyota Harrier's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety system includes Brand ADAS.
Mercedes-Benz GLE's safety rating is 5★ (Euro NCAP), active safety system includes Premium ADAS.
Regarding safety features, both cars have received good ratings. However, there are some differences in functionality between Toyota Harrier's Brand ADAS and Mercedes-Benz GLE's Premium ADAS. If you prioritize active safety, you can carefully compare the feature lists of both.

Toyota Harrier body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
Mercedes-Benz GLE body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, and there is not much difference in interior space. For cars in this class, it is completely sufficient for daily use.

Both Toyota Harrier and Mercedes-Benz GLE are mainstream choices in the Malaysia market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, you can prioritize the one with a better reputation. If you care more about value for money and features, then choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, as personal experience is the most important.

In summary, Toyota Harrier and Mercedes-Benz GLE are both very good models in the Malaysia market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest you do your research, compare quotes from multiple dealerships, and then test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a major matter, spending time on research will never go wrong.