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Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class
New from
$136,600 excl. on-roads
Review Rating
Good
Safety Rating
5
Warranty
5 year, unlimited km
Fuel Efficiency
6.6 - 7.4 L / 100km
About the 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.
CarExpert Rating
Good
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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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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Price
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 9-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4 | $136,600 |
| 3.0L, 9-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4 | $154,900 |
*excl. on-roads
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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Specs
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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Dimensions
1797mm
1947mm
4924mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Fuel Economy
There are 2 different fuel economy figures for the Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class
The most fuel efficient Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class is the Base with a 9-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.0L Turbo and uses 6.6L of Diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.
| Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0L, 9-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4 | Diesel | 6.6 L/100km |
| 3.0L, 9-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4 | Diesel | 7.4 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class?
The Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 25,000 km, whichever comes first.
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Warranty
What is the warranty on a Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class?
The Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class offers a 5 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
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Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class FAQs
The cheapest Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class is the Base that starts from $136,600.
The most expensive Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class is the Base that starts from $154,900.
The best towing capacity of a Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class is offered by the Base which can tow 3500 kg
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.