Mercedes-Benz GLE
This SUV is available as the GLE 400 (329-horsepower, twin-turbo 3.0L V6), GLE 550 (449-horsepower, twin-turbo 4.7L V8) and 550e plug-in hybrid (twin-turbo, 3.0L V6 and electric motor, 436 horsepower/479 lb·ft combined). For a sportier ride, there’s the AMG GLE 43 (385-horsepower, twin-turbo 3.0L V6) and AMG GLE 63 S (577-horsepower, twin-turbo 5.5L V8). The GLE Coupes are only available in AMG variants. 4MATIC all-wheel drive is standard.
Detailed ratings
| The Car Guide rating | 75% |
|---|---|
| Fuel economy | 4/10 |
| Reliability | 7/10 |
| Safety | 9/10 |
| Infotainment | 7/10 |
| Driving | 7/10 |
| Overall | 8/10 |
What's new in 2018
N/A
Pros
- Wide array of versions
- Dynamic AMG GLE 63 S version
- Good towing capacity
- Good quality of finish
Cons
- High fuel consumption (GLE 550, AMG GLE 63 S)
- High price
- Options too costly
- Telematics system not intuitive