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GLE 53 4Matic+ Hybrid Premium 5dr TCT

MERCEDES-BENZ Gle Amg Suv - GLE 53 4Matic+ Hybrid Premium 5dr TCT

Vehicle Information

List Price
£94,360.00
Transmission
Automatic
Fuel Type
Petrol Plugin
Fuel Consumption
N/A
0-62 mph
4.7 secs
Engine Size
3.0 CC
No. of Doors
5
CO2
TBC g/km
By Line

This updated version of the second generation Mercedes GLE is a large luxury SUV with a more dynamic look and a more sophisticated feel. Jonathan Crouch takes a look.

Ten Second Review

In this updated form, the second generation Mercedes GLE is now a stronger contender in the large part of the luxury SUV segment thanks to smarter looks and more efficient engines. Infotainment and off-road tech has been improved and, as before, key attrributes include cabin space, a huge boot and the option of sophisticated air suspension. Rivals like BMW's X5 and Porsche's Cayenne must continue to take this car very seriously indeed.

Background

Think of all the reasons not to like a large, luxury SUV. Thirst. Poor performance. Huge tax liabilities. Wobbly handling. Yet upper-middle class motorists still love them, patiently sure that one day, the brands involved would bring us something better. Something perhaps, like this - the second generation Mercedes GLE, first launched in 2019, then lightly updated four years on to create the car we're going to look at here. This contender sits at the heart of the large section of the luxury SUV segment, just above the brand's more compact Audi Q5 or BMW X3-sized GLC model. And just below the Range Rover-sized Mercedes 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. Visually, this Mercedes seems naturally to slot into the X5/Cayenne/Touareg category, but it actually comes with seven seats and hopes to appeal to both areas of this segment. There's also separately-styled GLE Coupe model.

Driving Experience

All GLE variants feature 4MATIC 4WD and as part of this update, all the conventionally-engined models use the brand's latest 48V mild hybrid tech. This 'EQ Boost' set-up uses a 48-volt onboard network with a belt-driven starter/alternator and the system adds 22hp to the car's overall output.  The conventional powerplant range starts with the base four cylinder 2.0-litre GLE 300 d diesel, which offers 227hp. Which sits below the straight-six-engined GLE 450 d, putting out 362hp. There's also a straight-six petrol model, the GLE 450, which offers 375bhp. There's also a Plug-in Hybrid petrol model, the GLE 400 e, which uses a 2.0-litre four cylinder petrol engine with a 31.2kWh battery pack and claims up to 68 miles of e-range. Petrol-engined Mercedes-AMG performance GLE variants are still offered too: there's the straight-six-engined GLE 53, which offers 429hp and gets to 62mph in just 5.0s. Or if you're totally out of tune with the current zeitgeist, you could stretch to the thumping GLE 63, which has a 603hp V8 and demolishes 62mph in just 3.9s. As before, in all variants, power is transmitted via 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission. Ride comfort and agility are promised by the optional 48V E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL suspension, which is combined with the optional AIRMATIC air suspension. This is the only system in the market where the spring and damping forces can be individually controlled at each wheel. This means that it not only counteracts body roll, but also pitching and squat. On conventional models, an optional 'Off-Road Engineering' package adds under-body protection, air suspension and 30mm of extra ground clearance. If air suspension and the 'E-Active Body Control' system have been fitted, Mercedes says the GLE can tow up to 3.5-tonnes. And the car can be had with a clever 'Trailer Manoevring assist' system and also a 'trailer route planner' in the nav system to help drivers avoid pinch points for long or tall vehicles.

Design and Build

As before, there's a choice of two body shapes, the standard SUV version and the sleeker-looking GLE Coupe. In both cases, the visual changes with this update are much as you'd expect from a facelift. So the front grille gets extra chrome, the front bumper's re-shaped, the running light signature's been changed on the LED headlamps and the rear LED tail lamps have been restyled too. The GLE Coupe now gets the standard the 'AMG Line' exterior that most previous customers wanted, with its diamond-patterned front grille, deeper bumper and extended wheel arches. Otherwise, things are much as before, which means there's an upright grille and a purposefully-sculpted bonnet with two power domes. This GLE also cuts an athletic figure from the rear, something particularly emphasised by the powerful shoulder muscle line extending from the C-pillar to the rear lights.  Inside, the model update changes are equally subtle. If you owned the pre-facelift model, you'll notice the redesigned steering wheel, which has touch controls that allow access to central screen functions. Mercedes has also added extra chrome to the air vents and made available various fresh colour and trim combinations. Otherwise, the cabin's broadly untouched, with twin 12.3-inch TFT screens, one in the instrument binnacle and one in the centre of the dash that works with the 'MBUX' voice-activated multimedia system. There's plenty of space in the second row - plus if you avoid the PHEV version, you get a standard third seating row too. When you're not using it, there's 825-litres of luggage space in conventionally-engined models - or up to 2,055-litres if you can fold down all the seats. The PHEV version compromises again here - down to 490 and 1,915-litres. In conjunction 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

For the GLE SUV, pricing kicks off from around £78,000 with base 'AMG Line' trim; add around £5,000 more for plusher 'AMG Line Premium'-spec. Top 'AMG Line Premium Plus'-spec starts from around £88,000. The GLE Coupe only comes in 'AMG Line Premium Plus'-spec and starts from around £92,500, meaning that this sleeker body shape will set you back over £4,000 more than the equivalent SUV version. As you'd hope given this kind of spend, equipment levels are generous. Even base 'AMG Line' trim gets you 'KEYLESS GO' keyless entry, MULTIBEAM LED Headlamps with Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus, an AMG Bodystyling kit and a 'Parking Package' with 360 camera. there's also AIRMATIC Air suspension with Adapative Damping, 20-inch AMG 5-twin-spoke light alloy wheels and 'Aluminium-look' illuminated running boards with rubber studs. Inside, even with 'AMG Line' trim, you can expect to find the brand's pair of 'Widescreen cockpit' screens for infotainment and instrument dials, the centre display featuring MBUX Navigation with Augmented Reality, plus you get a 'Live Traffic' system and a premium Burmester Surround Sound audio set-up. There's also 'THERMATIC' Climate Control, along with ambient lighting, electric front seats with memory setting, electrically adjustable rear seats, a wireless Charging mat, a Dashcam and a third boot-mounted seating row. For off road driving, there's also a 'transparent bonnet' function that allows you to see the rocky terrain more clearly on the centre display by showing a virtual view of the trail ahead. 'AMG Line Premium'-spec adds larger 21-inch wheels, a panoramic sunroof, climatised front seats, the 'Air Balance' package that adds scents to the interior, temperature-controlled cup holders and the brand's 'Energizing Package', which gives you selectable sounds and colour themes in the cabin. 'AMG Line Premium Plus'-spec adds 22-inch wheels, soft-close doors, Multicontour front seats that react to corners, surround lighting and extra camera safety features.

Cost of Ownership

Mercedes quotes a figure of up to 34.6mpg (combined cycle) with emissions of 179g/km for the GLE 300 d diesel, with the GLE 450 d six cylinder diesel variant managing up to 30.9mpg and up to 199g/km. The GLE 450 petrol variant manages up to 24.7 mpg on the combined cycle and emits up to 216g/km of CO2. The alternative 400 e plug-in diesel variant offers a 68 mile WLTP-rated all-electric driving range. What else? Well, we'll tell you that the comprehensive 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 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 the improved version of this second generation GLE seems far more comfortable than its predecessors. It's true that there are 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.

Displayed below is the vehicle and technical data which is provided by a third party. Please check manufacturer's website prior to any order you place. If any specific feature is required that isn't listed, please make this clear to your account manager at your earliest convenience.
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 camera
  • Acoustic presence indicator
  • 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 and live traffic
  • 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
  • Remote boot release
  • 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
  • Active lane keeping assist (Available as no-cost option)
  • Blind spot assist (Available as no-cost option)
  • Speedtronic cruise control with speed limiter (Available as no-cost option)
ENGINE/DRIVETRAIN/SUSPENSION
  • 85 litre fuel tank
  • AC charging
  • AMG ride control + with adaptive dampers
  • AMG Speedshift TCT 9 speed transmission
  • Charging cable for household socket
  • Charging cable for wallbox and public charging stations 8m straight
  • DC charging
  • 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
  • AMG performance exhaust system
  • Auto headlights
  • Automatically dimming rear view mirror
  • 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 dark tinted glass
  • 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
  • Top surround of side windows in polished aluminium
  • Transparent Bonnet
  • Visible twin pipe exhaust system integrated into bumper
  • Waistline in polished aluminium
INTERIOR FEATURES
  • 3 seat bench in 2nd row
  • 3 spoke AMG Performance multifunction steering wheel in nappa leather
  • 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
  • Automatic child seat recognition sensor
  • Black MICROCUT Headlining
  • Dinamica microfibre roof liner in black
  • 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 door sill with AMG lettering
  • Interior lighting - 64 colour Ambient lighting
  • ISOFIX child seat points with automatic child seat recognition
  • Luggage compartment cover
  • Seat occupancy sensor for front passenger seat
  • Single front passenger seat
  • Sports pedals in brushed stainless steel with rubber studs
  • Sunvisors with illuminated vanity mirrors
  • Thermotronic automatic 4 zone climate control
  • Touchpad
  • AMG Nappa leather upholstery (Available as no-cost option)
PACKS
  • Exclusive Trim package - GLE
  • Keyless go comfort package - GLE
PASSIVE SAFETY
  • Active bonnet
  • Airbags - driver and front passenger, front sidebag, pelvis bag and window airbags
  • 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
  • Electronic parking brake
  • Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)
  • High performance perforated front brake discs and brake calipers with AMG lettering
  • Pre safe impulse side
  • Three point rear seat belts
  • Tyre pressure monitoring system
  • Warning triangle and first aid kit
  • Active brake assist with HOLD function and brake e-drying function (Available as no-cost option)
SECURITY
  • Alarm system/interior protection/immobiliser
  • Central locking with interior switch, automatic locking and crash sensor with emergency opening function
  • Chrome surround electric key
  • Dashcam
  • Guard 360 degree vehicle protection plus
TRIM
  • Dashboard and door beltlines in ARTICO man made leather
  • Trim - Centre console, anthracite open pore oak wood trim
WHEELS
  • 21" AMG 5 twin spoke light alloy wheels painted in bi colour [RWE]
  • TIREFIT with tyre inflation compressor
Displayed below is the vehicle and technical data which is provided by a third party. Please check manufacturer's website prior to any order you place. If any specific feature is required that isn't listed, please make this clear to your account manager at your earliest convenience.
ELECTRIC VEHICLE DATA
  • Battery Capacity % guaranteed under warranty:70

  • Battery Capacity in kWh:25

  • Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Charge Time (Mins):225

  • Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Percentage Change:10-100

  • Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Power Supply - kW:7.4

  • Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Charge Time (Mins):165

  • Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Percentage Change:10-100

  • Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Power Supply - kW:11

  • Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Charge Time (Mins):Not Available

  • Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Percentage Change:Not Available

  • Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Power Supply - kW:Not Available

  • Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Charge Time (Mins):Not Available

  • Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Percentage Change:Not Available

  • Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Power Supply - kW:Not Available

  • Battery Leased:No

  • Battery Type:Lithium-ion

  • Charging Port Location:Left Side Rear

  • Coupler/Connector Type:Type 2

  • Maximum Charging Rate - kW:7.4

  • Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Mileage:62000

  • Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Years:6

  • WLTP - EC AC Weighted (kWh/100km) - Comb:31.8

  • WLTP - EC AC Weighted (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEH:33.5

  • WLTP - EC AC Weighted (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEL:30.5

  • WLTP - EC AC Weighted (miles/kWh) - Comb:2

  • WLTP - EC AC Weighted (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEH:1.9

  • WLTP - EC AC Weighted (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEL:2

  • WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - City:88

  • WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - Comb:93

  • WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - Comb - TEH:89

  • WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - Comb - TEL:95

  • WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - City:55

  • WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Comb:58

  • WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Comb - TEH:55

  • WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Comb - TEL:59

EMISSIONS - ICE
  • CO:0.108

  • HC:0.008

  • HC+NOx:Not Available

  • NOx:0.006

  • Particles:0.0001

  • Standard Euro Emissions:EURO 6

EMISSIONS - PHEV
  • WLTP - CO2 Weighted (g/km) - Comb:30

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

FUEL CONSUMPTION - PHEV
  • WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Comb:10.9

  • WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Extra High:10.7

  • WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - High:9.8

  • WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Low:13.4

  • WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Medium:11.2

  • WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Comb:25.9

  • WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Extra High:26.4

  • WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - High:28.8

  • WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Low:21.1

  • WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Medium:25.2

  • WLTP - FC Weighted (l/100km) - Comb:1.3

  • WLTP - FC Weighted (mpg) - Comb:217.3

GENERAL
  • Alternative Fuel Qualifying:Yes

  • Badge Engine CC:3.0

  • Badge Power:544

  • Based On ID:Not Available

  • Coin Description:4Matic+ Hybrid

  • Coin Series:Premium

  • Generation Mark:2

  • 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):4.7

  • Engine Power - BHP:544

  • Engine Power - KW:400

  • Engine Power - RPM:5800

  • Engine Torque - LBS.FT:553

  • Engine Torque - MKG:76.5

  • Engine Torque - NM:750

  • 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:4937

  • Wheelbase:2995

  • Width:2018

  • Width (including mirrors):2157

WEIGHT AND CAPACITIES
  • Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres):65

  • Gross Vehicle Weight:3330

  • Luggage Capacity (Seats Down):1915

  • Luggage Capacity (Seats Up):490

  • Max. Loading Weight:384

  • Max. Roof Load:100

  • Max. Towing Weight - Braked:3300

  • Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked:750

  • Minimum Kerbweight:2946

  • No. of Seats:5

  • Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb:12.4

By Line

This updated version of the second generation Mercedes GLE is a large luxury SUV with a more dynamic look and a more sophisticated feel. Jonathan Crouch takes a look.

Ten Second Review

In this updated form, the second generation Mercedes GLE is now a stronger contender in the large part of the luxury SUV segment thanks to smarter looks and more efficient engines. Infotainment and off-road tech has been improved and, as before, key attrributes include cabin space, a huge boot and the option of sophisticated air suspension. Rivals like BMW's X5 and Porsche's Cayenne must continue to take this car very seriously indeed.

Background

Think of all the reasons not to like a large, luxury SUV. Thirst. Poor performance. Huge tax liabilities. Wobbly handling. Yet upper-middle class motorists still love them, patiently sure that one day, the brands involved would bring us something better. Something perhaps, like this - the second generation Mercedes GLE, first launched in 2019, then lightly updated four years on to create the car we're going to look at here. This contender sits at the heart of the large section of the luxury SUV segment, just above the brand's more compact Audi Q5 or BMW X3-sized GLC model. And just below the Range Rover-sized Mercedes 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. Visually, this Mercedes seems naturally to slot into the X5/Cayenne/Touareg category, but it actually comes with seven seats and hopes to appeal to both areas of this segment. There's also separately-styled GLE Coupe model.

Driving Experience

All GLE variants feature 4MATIC 4WD and as part of this update, all the conventionally-engined models use the brand's latest 48V mild hybrid tech. This 'EQ Boost' set-up uses a 48-volt onboard network with a belt-driven starter/alternator and the system adds 22hp to the car's overall output.  The conventional powerplant range starts with the base four cylinder 2.0-litre GLE 300 d diesel, which offers 227hp. Which sits below the straight-six-engined GLE 450 d, putting out 362hp. There's also a straight-six petrol model, the GLE 450, which offers 375bhp. There's also a Plug-in Hybrid petrol model, the GLE 400 e, which uses a 2.0-litre four cylinder petrol engine with a 31.2kWh battery pack and claims up to 68 miles of e-range. Petrol-engined Mercedes-AMG performance GLE variants are still offered too: there's the straight-six-engined GLE 53, which offers 429hp and gets to 62mph in just 5.0s. Or if you're totally out of tune with the current zeitgeist, you could stretch to the thumping GLE 63, which has a 603hp V8 and demolishes 62mph in just 3.9s. As before, in all variants, power is transmitted via 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission. Ride comfort and agility are promised by the optional 48V E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL suspension, which is combined with the optional AIRMATIC air suspension. This is the only system in the market where the spring and damping forces can be individually controlled at each wheel. This means that it not only counteracts body roll, but also pitching and squat. On conventional models, an optional 'Off-Road Engineering' package adds under-body protection, air suspension and 30mm of extra ground clearance. If air suspension and the 'E-Active Body Control' system have been fitted, Mercedes says the GLE can tow up to 3.5-tonnes. And the car can be had with a clever 'Trailer Manoevring assist' system and also a 'trailer route planner' in the nav system to help drivers avoid pinch points for long or tall vehicles.

Design and Build

As before, there's a choice of two body shapes, the standard SUV version and the sleeker-looking GLE Coupe. In both cases, the visual changes with this update are much as you'd expect from a facelift. So the front grille gets extra chrome, the front bumper's re-shaped, the running light signature's been changed on the LED headlamps and the rear LED tail lamps have been restyled too. The GLE Coupe now gets the standard the 'AMG Line' exterior that most previous customers wanted, with its diamond-patterned front grille, deeper bumper and extended wheel arches. Otherwise, things are much as before, which means there's an upright grille and a purposefully-sculpted bonnet with two power domes. This GLE also cuts an athletic figure from the rear, something particularly emphasised by the powerful shoulder muscle line extending from the C-pillar to the rear lights.  Inside, the model update changes are equally subtle. If you owned the pre-facelift model, you'll notice the redesigned steering wheel, which has touch controls that allow access to central screen functions. Mercedes has also added extra chrome to the air vents and made available various fresh colour and trim combinations. Otherwise, the cabin's broadly untouched, with twin 12.3-inch TFT screens, one in the instrument binnacle and one in the centre of the dash that works with the 'MBUX' voice-activated multimedia system. There's plenty of space in the second row - plus if you avoid the PHEV version, you get a standard third seating row too. When you're not using it, there's 825-litres of luggage space in conventionally-engined models - or up to 2,055-litres if you can fold down all the seats. The PHEV version compromises again here - down to 490 and 1,915-litres. In conjunction 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

For the GLE SUV, pricing kicks off from around £78,000 with base 'AMG Line' trim; add around £5,000 more for plusher 'AMG Line Premium'-spec. Top 'AMG Line Premium Plus'-spec starts from around £88,000. The GLE Coupe only comes in 'AMG Line Premium Plus'-spec and starts from around £92,500, meaning that this sleeker body shape will set you back over £4,000 more than the equivalent SUV version. As you'd hope given this kind of spend, equipment levels are generous. Even base 'AMG Line' trim gets you 'KEYLESS GO' keyless entry, MULTIBEAM LED Headlamps with Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus, an AMG Bodystyling kit and a 'Parking Package' with 360 camera. there's also AIRMATIC Air suspension with Adapative Damping, 20-inch AMG 5-twin-spoke light alloy wheels and 'Aluminium-look' illuminated running boards with rubber studs. Inside, even with 'AMG Line' trim, you can expect to find the brand's pair of 'Widescreen cockpit' screens for infotainment and instrument dials, the centre display featuring MBUX Navigation with Augmented Reality, plus you get a 'Live Traffic' system and a premium Burmester Surround Sound audio set-up. There's also 'THERMATIC' Climate Control, along with ambient lighting, electric front seats with memory setting, electrically adjustable rear seats, a wireless Charging mat, a Dashcam and a third boot-mounted seating row. For off road driving, there's also a 'transparent bonnet' function that allows you to see the rocky terrain more clearly on the centre display by showing a virtual view of the trail ahead. 'AMG Line Premium'-spec adds larger 21-inch wheels, a panoramic sunroof, climatised front seats, the 'Air Balance' package that adds scents to the interior, temperature-controlled cup holders and the brand's 'Energizing Package', which gives you selectable sounds and colour themes in the cabin. 'AMG Line Premium Plus'-spec adds 22-inch wheels, soft-close doors, Multicontour front seats that react to corners, surround lighting and extra camera safety features.

Cost of Ownership

Mercedes quotes a figure of up to 34.6mpg (combined cycle) with emissions of 179g/km for the GLE 300 d diesel, with the GLE 450 d six cylinder diesel variant managing up to 30.9mpg and up to 199g/km. The GLE 450 petrol variant manages up to 24.7 mpg on the combined cycle and emits up to 216g/km of CO2. The alternative 400 e plug-in diesel variant offers a 68 mile WLTP-rated all-electric driving range. What else? Well, we'll tell you that the comprehensive 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 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 the improved version of this second generation GLE seems far more comfortable than its predecessors. It's true that there are 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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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 camera
  • Acoustic presence indicator
  • 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 and live traffic
  • 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
  • Remote boot release
  • 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
  • Active lane keeping assist (Available as no-cost option) (Available as no-cost option)
  • Blind spot assist (Available as no-cost option) (Available as no-cost option)
  • Speedtronic cruise control with speed limiter (Available as no-cost option) (Available as no-cost option)
ENGINE/DRIVETRAIN/SUSPENSION
  • 85 litre fuel tank
  • AC charging
  • AMG ride control + with adaptive dampers
  • AMG Speedshift TCT 9 speed transmission
  • Charging cable for household socket
  • Charging cable for wallbox and public charging stations 8m straight
  • DC charging
  • 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
  • AMG performance exhaust system
  • Auto headlights
  • Automatically dimming rear view mirror
  • 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 dark tinted glass
  • 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
  • Top surround of side windows in polished aluminium
  • Transparent Bonnet
  • Visible twin pipe exhaust system integrated into bumper
  • Waistline in polished aluminium
INTERIOR FEATURES
  • 3 seat bench in 2nd row
  • 3 spoke AMG Performance multifunction steering wheel in nappa leather
  • 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
  • Automatic child seat recognition sensor
  • Black MICROCUT Headlining
  • Dinamica microfibre roof liner in black
  • 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 door sill with AMG lettering
  • Interior lighting - 64 colour Ambient lighting
  • ISOFIX child seat points with automatic child seat recognition
  • Luggage compartment cover
  • Seat occupancy sensor for front passenger seat
  • Single front passenger seat
  • Sports pedals in brushed stainless steel with rubber studs
  • Sunvisors with illuminated vanity mirrors
  • Thermotronic automatic 4 zone climate control
  • Touchpad
  • AMG Nappa leather upholstery (Available as no-cost option) (Available as no-cost option)
PACKS
  • Exclusive Trim package - GLE
  • Keyless go comfort package - GLE
PASSIVE SAFETY
  • Active bonnet
  • Airbags - driver and front passenger, front sidebag, pelvis bag and window airbags
  • 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
  • Electronic parking brake
  • Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)
  • High performance perforated front brake discs and brake calipers with AMG lettering
  • Pre safe impulse side
  • Three point rear seat belts
  • Tyre pressure monitoring system
  • Warning triangle and first aid kit
  • Active brake assist with HOLD function and brake e-drying function (Available as no-cost option) (Available as no-cost option)
SECURITY
  • Alarm system/interior protection/immobiliser
  • Central locking with interior switch, automatic locking and crash sensor with emergency opening function
  • Chrome surround electric key
  • Dashcam
  • Guard 360 degree vehicle protection plus
TRIM
  • Dashboard and door beltlines in ARTICO man made leather
  • Trim - Centre console, anthracite open pore oak wood trim
WHEELS
  • 21" AMG 5 twin spoke light alloy wheels painted in bi colour [RWE]
  • TIREFIT with tyre inflation compressor
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ELECTRIC VEHICLE DATA
  • Battery Capacity % guaranteed under warranty:70

  • Battery Capacity in kWh:25

  • Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Charge Time (Mins):225

  • Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Percentage Change:10-100

  • Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Power Supply - kW:7.4

  • Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Charge Time (Mins):165

  • Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Percentage Change:10-100

  • Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Power Supply - kW:11

  • Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Charge Time (Mins):Not Available

  • Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Percentage Change:Not Available

  • Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Power Supply - kW:Not Available

  • Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Charge Time (Mins):Not Available

  • Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Percentage Change:Not Available

  • Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Power Supply - kW:Not Available

  • Battery Leased:No

  • Battery Type:Lithium-ion

  • Charging Port Location:Left Side Rear

  • Coupler/Connector Type:Type 2

  • Maximum Charging Rate - kW:7.4

  • Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Mileage:62000

  • Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Years:6

  • WLTP - EC AC Weighted (kWh/100km) - Comb:31.8

  • WLTP - EC AC Weighted (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEH:33.5

  • WLTP - EC AC Weighted (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEL:30.5

  • WLTP - EC AC Weighted (miles/kWh) - Comb:2

  • WLTP - EC AC Weighted (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEH:1.9

  • WLTP - EC AC Weighted (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEL:2

  • WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - City:88

  • WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - Comb:93

  • WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - Comb - TEH:89

  • WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - Comb - TEL:95

  • WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - City:55

  • WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Comb:58

  • WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Comb - TEH:55

  • WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Comb - TEL:59

EMISSIONS - ICE
  • CO:0.108

  • HC:0.008

  • HC+NOx:Not Available

  • NOx:0.006

  • Particles:0.0001

  • Standard Euro Emissions:EURO 6

EMISSIONS - PHEV
  • WLTP - CO2 Weighted (g/km) - Comb:30

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

FUEL CONSUMPTION - PHEV
  • WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Comb:10.9

  • WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Extra High:10.7

  • WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - High:9.8

  • WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Low:13.4

  • WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Medium:11.2

  • WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Comb:25.9

  • WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Extra High:26.4

  • WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - High:28.8

  • WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Low:21.1

  • WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Medium:25.2

  • WLTP - FC Weighted (l/100km) - Comb:1.3

  • WLTP - FC Weighted (mpg) - Comb:217.3

GENERAL
  • Alternative Fuel Qualifying:Yes

  • Badge Engine CC:3.0

  • Badge Power:544

  • Based On ID:Not Available

  • Coin Description:4Matic+ Hybrid

  • Coin Series:Premium

  • Generation Mark:2

  • 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):4.7

  • Engine Power - BHP:544

  • Engine Power - KW:400

  • Engine Power - RPM:5800

  • Engine Torque - LBS.FT:553

  • Engine Torque - MKG:76.5

  • Engine Torque - NM:750

  • 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:4937

  • Wheelbase:2995

  • Width:2018

  • Width (including mirrors):2157

WEIGHT AND CAPACITIES
  • Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres):65

  • Gross Vehicle Weight:3330

  • Luggage Capacity (Seats Down):1915

  • Luggage Capacity (Seats Up):490

  • Max. Loading Weight:384

  • Max. Roof Load:100

  • Max. Towing Weight - Braked:3300

  • Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked:750

  • Minimum Kerbweight:2946

  • No. of Seats:5

  • Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb:12.4

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