No pricing data available at this time. Our Opinion - 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Review People who want a high-end SUV can choose the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE class, which is in the middle between the bigger GLS and smaller GLC models. In addition to the two powerful AMG models discussed individually, the GLE lineup includes four powertrain options, ranging from a twin-turbo V-8 to a turbocharged inline-four. A $12,250 Signature Interior package blurs the line between “regular” Mercedes and the Maybach brand, while additional Manufaktur aesthetic options this year allow purchasers to further tailor their vehicle. These GLE models that aren’t AMG are very comfy and stylish, but they don’t have the sportiness and style of the competing Porsche Cayenne or Genesis GV80. The GLE class is a great choice for people who value comfort over speed. Just keep an eye on how much everything costs. What's New? For 2025, a new manufacturer signature interior package will give the GLE more customization options. The package comes with thick-pile floor mats, backrest pillows, and other decorations. The inside is lined with high-quality leather. In addition to a simple fingerprint reader, the manufacturer now offers new paint and upholstery choices. Pros and Cons Pros Impressive electric range of the Hybrid. Elegant and spacious interior cabin. Introduction of a new entry-level variant. Cons AMG models struggle with harsh impacts. The base powertrain lacks power. Prices begin at a steep $63,000. Engine, Transmission, and Performance Models with the name GLE350 have a turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 255 hp, rear- or all-wheel drive (4Matic, as Mercedes calls it), and a nine-speed automatic gearbox. If you go up to the GLE450, it comes with all-wheel drive and a turbocharged inline-six engine with 362 horsepower. 48-volt hybrid systems are built into the GLE350 and GLE450 models. The GLE450e’s plug-in hybrid system has an electric motor and a 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine that work together to make 381 horsepower. The Mercedes-Benz GLE580 is the most powerful and expensive non-AMG version. However, the tuned-up Mercedes-AMG GLE53 (which we tested separately) is even more powerful. A 48-volt system and a 4.0-liter V-8 twin-turbo engine work together to make up to 504 horsepower. A high-tech air suspension system can be added to any GLE. This system lets the car lean into corners and even move freely if the driver gets stuck in sand or dirt. Anti-roll bars and standard steel springs are usually used in this setup. Safety The GLE class is a great choice for families because it comes with a lot of tools that help the driver. The following are important safety features: Typical automated emergency braking recognizes people. Standard blind-spot detection with back cross-traffic alert. You can get adaptive speed control. Internal and External Cargo Capacity Fine materials like real leather, wood, and metal not only make the GLE feel more expensive but also make it look more expensive. It doesn’t take long to warm up the front seats, the center panel lid, and the armrests on a cold morning. A third row of seats, which are tight for people, can be added to the interior to make it even roomier. Inside the GLE, there are a lot of tech-focused features, and the panel has big screens. There is space for 11 carry-on bags in the trunk when the extra third-row seats are folded down. The GLE can hold up to 26 carry-on bags when all the seats are folded flat. While some competitors, like the Audi Q8, which looks more like a coupe, had a lot fewer, the BMW X5 is about the same in both areas as the Mercedes. Fuel Economy and Actual MPG The rear-wheel-drive GLE 350 gets 21 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway, which is the best gas mileage of the group. These estimates go down by 2 mpg when 4Matic all-wheel drive is used. Surprisingly, the GLE450, with a six-cylinder engine and either 4Matic or rear-wheel drive, is expected to get 25 mpg on the highway and 19 mpg in the city. With its V-8 engine, the GLE580 should get 15 mpg in the city and 20 mpg on the highway, but it uses up gas more quickly. At 75 mph, the all-wheel drive GLE350 4Matic got 25 mpg, and the all-wheel drive GLE450 4Matic got 23 mpg. The BMW X5 xDrive40i and the GLE450 are side-by-side, but the BMW gets 28 mpg in real life, making it the winner. The GLE450e hybrid got 25 mpg on the highway, which is better than the 23 mpg combined that it was promised to get. Infotainment and Connectivity The panel is mostly made up of two 12.3-inch infotainment screens that can be used for different things, such as the MBUX speech recognition system. MBUX, like Google’s virtual assistant or Apple’s Siri, can answer a lot of different commands. This means that the driver can keep their hands on the wheel while turning on the air conditioning, turning up the heat, or tuning in to a certain radio station. A touchpad on the center console lets you reach the entertainment system, and the screen can be used with your finger. However, not all choices are set up correctly. It’s easy to get around when the GLE is parked. You can stay linked while you’re on the go with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot being built in. Range, Charging, and Battery Life The GLE450e model’s 23.3-kWh battery pack gives it a range of 50 miles when fully charged. In our real-world speed test, it did better than expected, going 53 miles at 75 mph. Price and How to Choose After trying out most of the engine choices, we suggest you stick with the base GLE350 model with the turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Even though it’s not the most powerful option, it moves the GLE with enough force to please most drivers. Also, in our tests, it got the best gas mileage. If we could afford it, we would have bought the Pinnacle trim instead of the base model. It has a Burmester sound system, massaged front seats, a head-up display, and an aroma diffuser inside the car.
