MERCEDES-BENZ GLE AMG ESTATE

Name: MERCEDES-BENZ GLE GLE 53 4Matic+ Premium 5dr TCT [7 Seats]
Brand: MERCEDES-BENZ GLE
SKU: 102922
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GLE 53 4Matic+ Premium 5dr TCT [7 Seats]

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Fuel Type Petrol

Co2 241.00g/km

Transmission Automatic

Top Speed 155mph

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Personal Business

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Initial Rental

Annual Mileage

Maintenance

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Fuel Type Petrol

Co2 241.00g/km

Transmission Automatic

Top Speed 155mph

MERCEDES-BENZ GLE Review

The Mercedes GLE is a large luxury SUV that's now gained a more dynamic look and a more sophisticated feel. Jonathan Crouch takes a look.

Ten Second Review

The Mercedes GLE is now a much stronger contender in the large model part of the luxury SUV segment thanks to more efficient engines and an almost completely new front-of-cabin design. Plus there are smarter looks for both the SUV and SUV Coupe body styles. The suspension can be more sophisticated too and there are greater levels of safety and media connectivity. As before, the GLE can in some forms seat up to seven. Rivals like BMW's X5 and Porsche's Cayenne must now take this car very seriously indeed.

Background

With all the EVs it's launching, Mercedes needs to make its combustion model life cycles last longer. And here's a case in point, its W167-era GLE large SUV, updated in Spring 2026 to create the car we're going to look at here, offered as before in both SUV and SUV Coupe forms. This model line's lineage dates back to 1997 and what Mercedes then called the M-Class, first launched as a W163-era design, then updated to the W164 model of 2005. Key changes came with the third generation W166-era model launched in 2011, which in 2015 got a change of name - from M-Class to GLE. At the same time, an alternative SUV body shape, the GLE Coupe, was introduced to sell alongside the standard SUV version. Those two body styles continued into this model line's W167-era fourth generation launched for the 2019 model year, with a light update along the way in 2023. This is the design which still continues today, albeit in this heavily updated form. Mercedes says that the updates made here are almost as extensive as would be required for a completely new generation design. As previously, this contender sits at the heart of the large model section of the luxury SUV segment, just above the brand's more compact GLC. And just below the much larger GLS. As you might be aware, cars in this GLE's class tend to fall into two categories in their approach to likely buyers. Seven-seat practicality is favoured by SUVs like Land Rover's Discovery, Audi's Q7 and Volvo's XC90 - which is one way to go. As an alternative, contenders like BMW's X5, Porsche's Cayenne and Volkswagen's Touareg give you only five seats but offer more dynamic looks and agile handling. As before, this GLE has the three-row seating of the first group - and aims for the handling agility of the second. That's as before. But let's take a closer look at what's changed here.

Engines and Tech Spec

There are no four cylinder GLE models any more (not for the UK anyway) - and you can't now have a diesel Plug-in Hybrid either. But core sales will still be of models that drink from the black pump, both in-line six cylinder 3.0-litre diesel units with 48V mild hybrid tech featuring an integrated starter generator. The base 350 d has 278hp, while the 450 d manages 367hp. Mercedes says both units have been made quieter and more efficient - and of course 4MATIC AWD and 9G-TRONIC 9-speed auto transmission continue to feature. As an alternative to a GLE diesel, there's now just a single petrol-powered Plug-in Hybrid, the six cylinder GLE 450 e. The main drive engine as part of this package is now the brand's updated M256 Evo' 3.0-litre turbo petrol straight six unit, which has gained a new cylinder head, larger intakes and new exhaust ports. A little surprisingly though, the PHEV system's 31.2kWh battery is basically the same, so the EV range figure isn't much different, rated at up to 65 miles. Total 450 e engine output is 443hp, which combines with a rear-mounted 178hp electric motor (47hp more powerful than the one in the previous model) for a total potent 569hp output, with 0-62mph achievable in just 4.5s. That's a big jump in output from the previous four cylinder GLE 400 e PHEV. If you want to go faster in a GLE, then as before, you'll need to stretch to the high performance Mercedes-AMG GLE 53, which has AMG-tuned adaptive suspension. As before, this can be had in a choice of two six cylinder petrol forms. Either as a MHEV mild hybrid, with 449hp (plus a further 23hp from the EV motor); or in PHEV 'HYBRID' form, with 449hp available (plus 184hp from the EV motor). With the 'HYBRID', that means a total output of 585hp with 750Nm of torque. Mild hybrid petrol tech is also used for the top 4.0-litre V8 Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ flagship model. As with the previous version of this car, Mercedes offers a clever optional 48V E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL system which combines with the optional AIRMATIC air suspension. With this, the spring and damping forces can be individually controlled at each wheel. This means that the system not only counteracts body roll, but also pitching and squat. Improvements made as part of this update see this set-up (via an online connection) able to store the location of big bumps and potholes - either ones you've encountered or surfaces encountered by other Mercedes models equipped with the system. The result it that if you then come across the bit of road in question, the E-ACTIVE system will prepare the suspension for that bump: clever.

Design and Build

This isn't an all-new GLE but you might think it was from a casual glance. With both the SUV and the alternative SUV Coupe, the fundamental look hasn't changed but the front and rear lighting elements are now very different. The nose features larger LED headlights with twin three-star illuminating motifs and enhanced Digital Light functionality. Plus the grille has been enlarged, sits within a black frame and (to suit the current trend) is now illuminated. At the rear, the tail lamps now sit in a black band that incorporates the brand logo and stretches across the tailgate. The big changes though, lie inside. There's not quite as much screen tech as you'll find in the latest GLC Electric, but displays still stretch right across the stitched fascia, which now features three combined 'Supercreen' displays mounted inside a single panel on the dash top. These comprise of a 14.4-inch central infotainment monitor flanked by a 12.3-inch instrument display (now running the brand's latest MB.OS software) and a further passenger-side screen that's also 12.3-inches in size. New illuminated air vents sit at either end of the dash and the redesigned steering wheel (borrowed from the GLC Electric) swaps the earlier version's fiddly haptic switches for roller buttons. The 3D 'Comfort' seats have been redesigned and there's a selection of higher quality finishes used, particularly if you pay extra for options available via the brand's 'Manufaktur' personalisation programme. In the second row, things are as spacious as before but it now feels airier because of the bigger standard panoramic glass roof. As before, the seat base can slide over a range of 100mm for extra knee space and the backrest can be adjusted for rake (by up to 18-degrees); now though, you can specify your GLE with second row seats that do this electrically. Some earlier versions of this W167-era GLE design could be had with a third seating row (though not the entry-level diesel or the Plug-in Hybrids) and that rearmost bench is still available on GLEs you can't plug in. As before though, the third row pews are strictly for kids; if you need to use them regularly in this kind of SUV, a more purpose-design large SUV in this class like a Volvo XC90 or an Audi Q7 would suit you better. As with those cars, there's very little luggage space indeed with the third row erected. Ah yes, cargo capacity; what about that? Well a five-seat conventionally-powered GLE SUV offers up to 630-litres of luggage space behind its rear seats - or up to 825-litres if you slide the second row bench right forward. You'll lose 140-litres of that space if you choose the Plug-in Hybrid version. With the seats folded in the SUV, the capacity total is 2,055-litres (or 1,915-litres in the PHEV version). Choose the GLE Coupe and the base luggage capacity figure is actually slightly better - 655-litres (with a 145-litre reduction for the Plug-in Hybrid version). Obviously the seats-folded capacity in this sleeker version isn't quite as good though, rated at 1,790-litres in a standard GLE Coupe (or 1,645-litres in the PHEV version). On all GLE models with AIRMATIC air suspension, the vehicle's rear can be lowered by around 40 millimetres using a switch, for easier loading and unloading.

Market and Model

Prices haven't changed much, so you can expect a GLE SUV to start from around £80,000. You'll need from around £85,000 for the GLE Coupe. If you're interested in the Mercedes-AMG GLE 53, then budget from around £95,000 upwards for the SUV or from around £104,000 for the Coupe. Expect the core of the line-up to be based around the usual 'AMG Line' trim levels. And of course all the usual executive equipment niceties will feature. A key option is the new 15-speaker 710-watt Burmester 3D surround-sound system with Dolby Atmos. At least you get more standard kit as part of this update. The MBUX central screen's Virtual Assistant now functions as a 'living avatar'. And all models now come with a larger standard panoramic glass roof. Plus the advanced 'DIGITAL LIGHT' headlamps now use micro-LED pixelated technology; the 'MB.DRIVE PARKING ASSIST 360' surround view camera system's been improved; and 'MB.DRIVE PARKING ASSIST' detects parking spaces on either side of the vehicle at an earlier stage and can now assist with leaving a parking space. In addition, there's a 'Digital Extra' 'reversing function' that enables the car to automatically reverse along part of the route it has just driven to get into the space in question. The safety systems as part of this update have been substantially upgraded thanks to the addition of a new, water-cooled supercomputer processor, which has extensive power reserves for future driving assistance functions. Each GLE model is equipped with a variety of sensors: ten exterior cameras and up to five radar sensors and 12 ultrasonic sensors. These sensors work together with a powerful control unit running the brand's MB.OS system. Artificial intelligence processes the sensor data to assess the traffic situation in the surrounding area. The company's 'MB.DRIVE Standard' set-up is standard equipment with functions such as DISTRONIC distance control.

Cost of Ownership

Let's get to the figures. For the 350d and 450d diesels, you're looking at up to 31.8mpg on the combined cycle and up to 195g/km of CO2. For the petrol 450 e Plug-in Hybrid, the figures are up to 73.5mpg and up to 72g/km of CO2. With the 450 e, AC charging is supported by an 11kW onboard charger as standard. In addition, a 60kW DC fast charger for direct current is optionally available. This allows the battery to be charged from 10% to 80% in around 20 minutes. All the petrol and diesel engines have an integrated starter generator and the mild hybrid system includes a 48-volt electrical set-up, which enables functions such as coasting, boost, and recuperation, resulting in useful fuel savings. What else? Well, we'll tell you that the three year warranty is built upon by Mercedes' Mobilo scheme which delivers breakdown cover for up to thirty years, as long as you continue to have your car serviced at a Mercedes main dealer. And it's worth knowing that your maintenance outlay can be kept a little in check by going for the optional Service Care package that takes care of routine maintenance, spreading the cost of regular servicing, guaranteeing the price of parts and labour for up to four services and covering the cost of all recommended service items such as brake fluid, spark plugs, air filters, fuel filters and screen wash. There's also an ASSYST dashboard service indicator that monitors engine use and tells you exactly when a garage visit is due. It's also worth mentioning that the 'Mercedes me' remote online services package that comes as part of the infotainment system includes remote self-diagnostic capability, enabling your GLE to monitor wear and tear items and alert your local dealer to let you know if something needs seeing to.

Summary

So, how to sum up this improved GLE? First, here's what it won't do: stride across the Gobi desert quite like any Land Rover product. Or power round Brands Hatch quite like a more sporting BMW X5. But for us, that's not a problem: this car, after all, intentionally sets out to offer more of a middle ground between these two extremes and it's a place in which this rejuvenated version of the W167-era GLE seems far more comfortable than the earlier version was. It's true that there are still sportier, more dynamic models of this kind you could buy. But we're struggling to think of many that offer a better all-round package. Quick, capable, practical and luxurious, this is at last the car Mercedes always should have had in this segment.

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Standard Equipment

Technical Data

Options

Driver Convenience

12.3 High resolution wide screen cockpit display with choice of three display styles Classic, Progressive or Sport and unique ambient lighting setting
360 degree view camera
Active parking assist with PARKTRONIC
Attention assist
Brake wear warning display
Direct steer speed sensitive steering
DYNAMIC SELECT with a choice of driving modes (ECO, Comfort, Sport and Individual)
Easy-pack tailgate - Powered opening/closing automatically
ECO start/stop function
Hard-disk navigation
Head up Display
MBUX augmented reality for navigation
MBUX voice control activated by keywords "Hey Mercedes"
Mercedes Benz emergency call system
Mercedes me connect - vehicle set up and monitoring
Outside temperature display
Pre-installation for digital key transfer
Service indicator (ASSYST)
Status display for rear seat belts in instrument cluster
Traffic sign assist
Trip computer in multifunction display showing current fuel consumption
Wireless charging
Wireless smartphone integration including Apple CarPlay and Android auto

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

48V Technology
4MATIC+ all wheel drive system for performance and handling
85 litre fuel tank
AMG ride control + with adaptive dampers
AMG Speedshift TCT 9 speed transmission
Mild Hybrid starter alternator
Petrol Particulate Filter (PPF)

Entertainment

Additional USB connection
Bluetooth interface for hands free and audio streaming
Burmester surround sound system
DAB digital radio tuner
Front and rear USB ports
Sound personalisation

Exterior Features

Adaptive brake lights
Aluminium look, illuminated running boards with rubber studs
AMG bodystyling front and rear aprons and side skirts in polished aluminium
AMG fuel cap
AMG radiator grille with integrated star and vetical struts
AMG selectable performance exhaust system
Auto headlights
Automatically dimming rear view mirror and driver's exterior mirror
Beltlline in polished aluminium
Body colour door mirrors
Body coloured bumpers
Electric windows with one touch opening/closing and obstruction sensors
Electrically adjustable, heated, folding exterior mirrors
Exterior styling - front bumper, radiator grille and front air intakes
Heat insulating privacy glass
Heated windscreen washers
LED 3rd brake light
LED daytime running light signet
LED rear lights
Magic vision control
Multibeam LED headlights with adaptive highbeam assist plus
Panoramic sliding sunroof
Radio aerial integrated into rear window
Rain sensing windscreen wipers
Rear side wing doors
Rear wiper
Roof rail system
Roof rails in polished aluminium
Transparent Bonnet
Window surround in polished aluminium

Interior Features

3 seat bench in 2nd row
3 spoke AMG Performance multifunction steering wheel in nappa leather
3rd row of seats for 2 people
4 way adjustable front head restraints and 2 way rear head restraints
4 way lumbar support for driver and front passenger
40:20:40 split folding rear seats
AMG floor mats
AMG steering wheel buttons
Dividing net for luggage compartment partitioning and occupant protection
Electric height/reach adjustable steering column
Electrically adjustable front seats with memory function
Electrically adjustable rear seats
Front centre armrest with stowage compartment and illuminated grab handles
Gearshift paddles on steering wheel
Glove compartment - lockable, air conditioned and illuminated
Heated front seats
Heated steering wheel
Illuminated front door sill with AMG lettering
Illuminated vanity mirrors
Interior lighting - 64 colour Ambient lighting
Luggage compartment cover
Roof lining in black microfibre
Seat occupancy sensor for front passenger seat
Single front passenger seat
Sports pedals in brushed stainless steel with rubber studs
Sunvisors
Thermotronic automatic 4 zone climate control
Touchpad

Packs

Exclusive Trim package - GLE
Keyless go comfort package - GLE

Passive Safety

Active bonnet
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Black seat belts
Childproof locks manually operated for rear doors and electrically operated for rear power windows
Drivers knee airbag
Dual stage airbags - driver and front passenger, sidebag, and front and rear window airbags
Electronic parking brake
Electronic stability programme (ESP) with curve dynamic assist and cross wind assist
First aid kit, warning triangle and high visibility jacket
High performance perforated front brake discs and silver brake calipers with AMG lettering
ISOFIX child seat points with automatic child seat recognition
Pre-Safe anticipatory safety system
Three point rear seat belts
Tyre pressure monitoring system

Security

Alarm system/interior protection/immobiliser
Central locking with interior switch, automatic locking and crash sensor with emergency opening function
Chrome surround in electric key
Dashcam
Guard 360 degree vehicle protection plus

Trim

Anthracite open pore oak wood trim
Dashboard and door beltlines in ARTICO man made leather with contrast top stitching

Wheels

21" AMG 5 twin spoke light alloy wheels painted in matt black with high sheen finish
TIREFIT with tyre inflation compressor

Emissions - ICE

CO

0.238
HC

0.019
HC+NOx

Not Available
Noise Level dB(A)

69
NOx

0.014
Particles

0
Standard Emissions

EURO 6
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb

241
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEH

244
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEL

241

Engine and Drive Train

Camshaft

DOHC
Catalytic Convertor

Yes
CC

2999
Compression Ratio

10.5:1
Cylinder Layout

IN-LINE
Cylinders

6
Cylinders - Bore (mm)

83
Cylinders - Stroke (mm)

92.4
Engine Layout

NORTH SOUTH
Fuel Delivery

TWIN TURBO
Gears

9 SPEED
Number of Valves

24
Transmission

SEMI-AUTO

Fuel Consumption - ICE

EC Directive 1999/100/EC Applies

No
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb

10.6
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEH

10.7
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEL

10.6
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Extra High

10.4
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Extra High - TEH

10.5
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Extra High - TEL

10.4
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - High

9
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - High - TEH

9.1
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - High - TEL

9
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Low

15.3
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Low - TEH

15.5
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Low - TEL

15.3
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Medium

10.4
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Medium - TEH

10.5
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Medium - TEL

10.4
WLTP - MPG - Comb

26.7
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEH

26.4
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL

26.7
WLTP - MPG - Extra High

27.2
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEH

26.9
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEL

27.2
WLTP - MPG - High

31.4
WLTP - MPG - High - TEH

31
WLTP - MPG - High - TEL

31.4
WLTP - MPG - Low

18.5
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEH

18.2
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEL

18.5
WLTP - MPG - Medium

27.2
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEH

26.9
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEL

27.2

General

Alternative Fuel Qualifying

No
Badge Engine CC

3.0
Badge Power

435
Based On ID

Not Available
Coin Description

53 4Matic+
Coin Series

Premium [7 Seats]
Generation Mark

2
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07

48E
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years

30
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years

3
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %

91
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %

90
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09

5
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %

78
NCAP Safety Assist %

78
Did at least one aspect of this vehicle's safety give cause for concern?

No
Service Interval Frequency - Months

12
Service Interval Mileage

15500
Special Edition

No
Special Order

No
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage

Unlimited
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years

3
Vehicle Homologation Class

M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)

5
Engine Power - BHP

435
Engine Power - KW

320
Engine Power - RPM

5800
Engine Torque - LBS.FT

413
Engine Torque - MKG

57.1
Engine Torque - NM

560
Engine Torque - RPM

2200
Top Speed

155

Test Cycles

Emissions Test Cycle

WLTP
RDE Certification Level

RDE 2

Tyres

Alloys?

Yes
Space Saver?

No
Tyre Size Front

275/45 R21
Tyre Size Rear

315/40 R21
Tyre Size Spare

TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Style

AMG 5 TWIN SPOKE
Wheel Type

21" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height

Not Available
Height (including roof rails)

1782
Length

4934
Wheelbase

2995
Width

2015
Width (including mirrors)

2157

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)

85
Gross Vehicle Weight

3050
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down)

2055
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)

630
Max. Loading Weight

466
Max. Roof Load

100
Max. Towing Weight - Braked

3500
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked

750
Minimum Kerbweight

2584
No. of Seats

7
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb

12.4

Company car tax calculator

Tax Year	BIK	BIK Value	Tax Payable at 20%	Tax Payable at 40%
2026/27	37%	£2834.51	£566.90	£1133.80
2027/28	37%	£2834.51	£566.90	£1133.80
2028/29	38%	£2911.12	£582.22	£1164.45
2029/30	39%	£2987.73	£597.55	£1195.09

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