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    Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class

    The new Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class is a Suv Large Luxury offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $136,600 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $154,900 for the Base.

    There is 1 variant of the GLE available in Australia and this generation went on sale in May of 2025.

    Engine options include 2.0L turbo (198kW/550Nm) and 3.0L turbo (270kW/750Nm). All variants feature 9-speed automatic transmission. All variants feature four-wheel drive.

    The new 2026 GLE is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.

    Retail Price

    $136,600 - $154,900

    Transmission

    9-speed auto

    Driven Wheels

    4x4

    Fuel Type

    Diesel

    Body Types

    SUV

    Powertrain Type

    4x4

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    Retail Price

    $136,600 - $154,900

    Transmission

    9-speed auto

    Driven Wheels

    4x4

    Fuel Type

    Diesel

    Body Types

    SUV

    Powertrain Type

    4x4

    Expert Rating

    Good

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    Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class

    Available Variants

    The Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Base.

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    Reviews

    CarExpert Rating
    Good
    The updated GLE SUV pushes further upmarket with its pricing, but the recipe remains the same – does it justify $30,000 over an X5?
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    Pros

    • Six-cylinder diesel is a beauty
    • Comfort-focused drive is plush
    • Updated tech works well

    Cons

    • $30,000 dearer than equivalent X5
    • Still needs (expensive) options ticked
    • Cabin execution feels underdone
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    How does the Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class compare?

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    Power to Weight
    91.45 - 110.88 kW/t
    75.39 kW/t
    220.45 kW/t
    Boot Space
    630 litres
    176 litres
    857 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    6.6 - 7.4 L/100km
    1.6 L/100km
    13.1 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    1,149 - 1,288 km
    654 km
    4,722 km
    Price
    $136,600 - $154,900
    $78,500
    $376,300
    Warranty (Years)
    5 years
    2 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    New this year - 2 years
    2 years
    6 years
    Service Interval
    12 months
    12 months
    24 months

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    2,890 - 3,070 kg
    2,520 kg
    3,450 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    3,500 kg
    1,500 kg
    3,500 kg
    Approach Angle
    25°
    18.3°
    40.2°
    Departure Angle
    25°
    14.4°
    42.8°
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    205 mm
    166 mm
    323 mm
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    Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class

    Dimensions

    4,924 mm
    1,947 mm
    in mirror: 2,157 mm
    1,797 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,924 mm
    Overall Width1,947 mm
    Overall Width (Inc Mirror)2,157 mm
    Overall Height1,797 mm
    Wheelbase2,995 mm
    Turning Circle12,000 mm
    Load Capacity725 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class is the Base that starts from $136,600.

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    The most expensive Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class is the Base that starts from $154,900.

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    The best towing capacity of a Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class is offered by the Base which can tow 3500 kg

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    The largest Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class is the Base which measures 1947mm wide, 4924mm in length and sits 1797mm tall.

    The most powerful Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class is the Base which has 270kW of power from its 3.0L Turbo engine.

    The Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class is built in USA and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class is the Base which weighs 3070 kg (kerb weight).

    The Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class uses Diesel.

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