Mercedes-Benz GLE
Heir to the late ML, the Mercedes-Benz GLE is a midsize luxury SUV that is also available in coupe body style. Built in Alabama, it receives some styling revisions for 2023 and drops the available V8 engine. Customers can choose between a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine (350 4MATIC) and a turbocharged 3.0-litre six-cylinder with mild hybrid technology (450 4MATIC and AMG 53 4MATIC+). Maximum towing capacity is rated at 7,700 pounds.
Detailed ratings
| The Car Guide rating | 70% |
|---|---|
| Fuel economy | 5/10 |
| Reliability | 4/10 |
| Safety | 9/10 |
| Infotainment | 7/10 |
| Driving | 6/10 |
| Overall | 8/10 |
What's new in 2023
Aesthetic retouches.
Pros
- Attractive design
- Assembly quality and finish
- Road manners
- General comfort (except AMG models)
Cons
- Inflatable price tags
- Dynamically disappointing AMG version
- Reliability still precarious