Mercedes GLE SUV – Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid or Diesel MHEV, starting at 76300 £

The Mercedes GLE SUV impresses with a Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid or Diesel MHEV engine, 634 HP 114 km and an attractive starting price of 76300 £. Here are all the details at a glance.

from about £76,300
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Mercedes GLE

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 289 - 634 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2 - 12.5 L
  • Electric Range : 89 - 114 km
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Design & Presence

From the curb the GLE reads as a proper premium SUV: tall stance, sculpted flanks and a broad grille that give it a commanding presence in traffic. At roughly 4.9 metres long it occupies the space between practical family SUV and executive transport, with the Coupé variant trading some practicality for a sleeker roofline. AMG versions add wider arches, aggressive bumpers and a lower stance without spoiling the GLE’s composed character. The overall look is modern and mature rather than attention-seeking — exactly what buyers in this class usually want.

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Interior & Usability

Step inside and the GLE delivers the Mercedes hallmarks: soft-touch materials, generous leather and an interior that feels like a small lounge rather than a utilitarian box. Controls mix traditional switches with touch-sensitive panels and the signature MBUX interface across large twin displays, which can be intuitive once learned but occasionally demands attention. Seats are supportive with plentiful adjustment and optional massage functions for long-distance comfort. Fit and finish are high, and optional trim packs can push it into near-luxury limousine territory.

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Space & Everyday Practicality

Practicality is a strong suit: the five-seat layout offers good rear legroom and the standard boot holds about 630 litres, enough for several suitcases or a family grocery run. Fold the rear seats and maximum cargo volume approaches 2055 litres, which means the GLE can swallow flat-packed furniture or a weekend’s worth of outdoor kit with ease. Taller buyers should note the Coupé’s sloping roof reduces headroom and cargo accessibility compared with the regular SUV. A large fuel tank (up to 85 litres on some versions) and useful payload figures make it comfortable for long trips without constant stops.

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Driving & Handling

On the move the GLE leans toward comfort: air suspension and well-tuned damping absorb motorway imperfections and isolate road noise effectively. The mainstream GLE 450 with about 401 hp accelerates briskly — official 0-100 km/h in around 5.6 seconds — while AMG and higher-output variants push performance into sports-SUV territory with 0‑100 times down toward 3.9 seconds. Size and weight (roughly 2.3–2.8 tonnes depending on spec) blunt agility, so cornering is assured rather than entertaining, and steering favors lightness over sharp feedback. All-wheel drive is standard and, paired with selectable drive modes, gives confidence in wet or winter conditions rather than serious off-road ambition.

Efficiency/Consumption & Range

Fuel consumption depends on the powertrain: petrol MHEV units like the GLE 450 run near 9.8 L/100 km in official figures, diesels can be significantly more economical and AMG models burn through more fuel (double-digit figures are common). Plug-in hybrid variants advertise electric ranges from about 89–114 km WLTP with battery capacities around 24–25 kWh, which on paper covers many commuters’ daily mileage. In everyday terms that means a PHEV owner who charges regularly can expect most city trips on electric power, while non‑charging drivers should plan for mid‑to‑high single‑digit or low double‑digit litre consumption depending on engine choice. Real-world numbers will vary with load, wheel size and driving style, but the GLE’s weight ensures it will never match the economy of compact SUVs.

Assistance & Infotainment

Technology is a headline: the MBUX system runs large, high-resolution displays, supports natural-language voice control and offers navigation with augmented-reality overlays on higher specs. Driver aids are comprehensive — adaptive cruise with stop-and-go, lane-keeping, blind-spot monitoring and parking assistance can take much of the routine stress out of driving. Some semi-autonomous features work well on motorways, though they require driver attention and are there to assist rather than replace the human. Over-the-air updates and a broad option list for connectivity and comfort features keep the GLE feeling modern through a long ownership cycle.

Who is it for?

The Mercedes GLE suits buyers who want a spacious, luxurious and technologically up-to-date SUV that prioritises comfort and presence over razor-sharp handling. It works well as a family hauler, executive transport or a performance machine if an AMG or hybrid is chosen, with variants covering a wide spectrum from economical diesel and PHEV to the 634 hp GLE 63 S for outright pace. For shoppers seeking prestige, flexible space and a refined long-distance cruiser, the GLE remains a convincing, if not compact, choice.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
76300 - 175800 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 12.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
89 - 114 km
Battery Capacity
24.8 - 25 kWh
co2
53 - 284 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 85 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2310 - 2800 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 655 L
Length
4924 - 4961 mm
Width
1947 mm
Height
1716 - 1797 mm
Max trunk capacity
1645 - 2055 L
Payload
460 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
289 - 634 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
210 - 280 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
213 - 466 kW
Engine capacity
1993 - 3982 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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What drive types are available for the Mercedes GLE?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.