2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE
Starting MSRP
$62,250
to $131,800
About the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE presents a spectrum of capability across its seven available trims, spanning a price range from $62,250 to $131,800. The baseline powertrain, available in the RWD GLE 350, delivers 255 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque from its mild hybrid 2.0L four-cylinder engine. Fuel efficiency is respectable for its class, posting a combined 23 MPG (21 city/28 highway) requiring premium unleaded. Dimensionally, the GLE sits at 194.3 inches long with a substantial 117.9-inch wheelbase, contributing to passenger comfort evidenced by 40.9 inches of rear legroom. With a minimum cargo capacity of 33.3 cubic feet, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE balances performance offerings with practical utility.
Key Highlights
Powertrain Versatility
The model lineup features seven trims, including a base 255 hp mild hybrid four-cylinder and performance options like the AMG GLE 53, offering scalable power delivery.
Wheelbase and Legroom
A lengthy 117.9-inch wheelbase supports 40.9 inches of rear legroom, optimizing long-distance passenger accommodation within the 5-passenger crossover.
Efficiency Benchmark
The standard configuration achieves a 23 MPG combined rating, making it an efficiency contender in the segment while mandating premium unleaded fuel.
Transmission Consistency
All documented powertrains utilize a uniform 9-speed shiftable automatic transmission, ensuring consistent gear management across the range.
Best For
Efficiency-Conscious Luxury Buyers
- Buyers prioritizing fuel conservation can utilize the 23 MPG combined rating offered by the standard mild hybrid powertrain in the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE.
Mid-Size Utility Seekers
- With 33.3 cubic feet of cargo capacity and 40.9 inches of rear legroom, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE provides substantial space for passengers and luggage.
Performance-Oriented Drivers
- Those desiring higher output can opt for trims such as the AMG GLE 53, stepping up from the 255 hp baseline to experience increased power metrics.
Available Trims
| Trim | MSRP | Drivetrain | Horsepower | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMG GLE 53 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | $90,000 | all wheel drive | 429 hp | 20 mpg |
| AMG GLE 63 S 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | $131,800 | all wheel drive | 603 hp | 17 mpg |
| GLE 350 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | $62,250 | rear wheel drive | 255 hp | 23 mpg |
| GLE 350 4MATIC 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | $64,750 | all wheel drive | 255 hp | 22 mpg |
| GLE 450 4MATIC 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | $72,250 | all wheel drive | 375 hp | 21 mpg |
| GLE 450e 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 9A) | $72,250 | all wheel drive | 381 hp | 23 mpg |
| GLE 580 4MATIC 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | $90,000 | all wheel drive | 510 hp | 18 mpg |
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Features Comparison
Feature
AMG GLE 53 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 9A)
AMG GLE 63 S 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A)
GLE 350 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A)
GLE 350 4MATIC 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A)
GLE 450 4MATIC 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A)
GLE 450e 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 9A)
GLE 580 4MATIC 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A)
| Feature | AMG GLE 53 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | AMG GLE 63 S 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | GLE 350 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | GLE 350 4MATIC 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | GLE 450 4MATIC 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | GLE 450e 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 9A) | GLE 580 4MATIC 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) |
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| Safety (33 features) | |||||||
| Adaptive Headlights | |||||||
| Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote) | |||||||
| Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
| Automatic Headlights | |||||||
| Blind Spot Monitor | |||||||
| Brake Assist | |||||||
| Brake Drying | |||||||
| Brake Preparation System | |||||||
| Cornering Lights | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Daytime Running Lights | |||||||
| Driver Attention Alert | |||||||
| Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags | |||||||
| Electronic Stability Control | |||||||
| Engine Immobilizer | |||||||
| Front Head Airbags | |||||||
| Front Headrests | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Front Power Adjustable Headrests | |||||||
| Front Ventilated Disc Brakes | |||||||
| Headlight Delay-Off | |||||||
| Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors | |||||||
| LATCH System | |||||||
| LED Headlights | |||||||
| Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation | |||||||
| Post-Collision Safety System | |||||||
| Pre-Collision Safety System | |||||||
| Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt | |||||||
| Rear Door Child Safety Locks | |||||||
| Rear Head Airbags | |||||||
| Rear Headrests | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Rear Height Adjustable Headrests | |||||||
| Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes | |||||||
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System | |||||||
| Traction Control System | |||||||
| Engine (10 features) | |||||||
| Base Engine Displacement | 3.0 L | 4.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 3.0 L | 2.0 L | 4.0 L |
| Base Engine Type | mild hybrid | mild hybrid | mild hybrid | mild hybrid | mild hybrid | plug-in hybrid | mild hybrid |
| Camshaft Type | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) |
| Cylinder Deactivation | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Fuel Injection Type | |||||||
| Horsepower | 429 hp @ 6100 rpm | 603 hp @ 5750 rpm | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm | 375 hp @ 5800 rpm | 381 hp | 510 hp @ 5500 rpm |
| Number of Cylinders | inline 6 | V8 | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 6 | inline 4 | V8 |
| Number of Valves | 24 | 32 | 16 | 16 | 24 | 16 | 32 |
| Torque | 384 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | 627 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | 369 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | 479 lb-ft | 538 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
| Variable Valve Timing | Variable | Variable | Variable | Variable | Variable | Variable | Variable |
| Drive Train (6 features) | |||||||
| Center Differential Type | Limited Slip | — | — | Limited Slip | Limited Slip | Limited Slip | Limited Slip |
| Drivetrain Type | all wheel drive | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Hill Descent Control | — | ||||||
| Transmission Type | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
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| Fuel (11 features) | |||||||
| Charging Time (240V) | — | — | — | — | — | 3.0 hr. | — |
| DC Fast Charging Port Type | — | — | — | — | — | SAE Combo | — |
| EPA Driving Range (City/Highway) | 405.0/517.5 mi. | 337.5/450.0 mi. | 472.5/630.0 mi. | 427.5/585.0 mi. | 427.5/562.5 mi. | 361.2/447.2 mi. | 337.5/472.5 mi. |
| EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe) | — | — | — | — | — | 57/63 MPGe | — |
| EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe) | — | — | — | — | — | 60 MPGe | — |
| EPA Electric Driving Range | — | — | — | — | — | 50 mi. | — |
| EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi) | — | — | — | — | — | 56 | — |
| EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway) | 18/23 MPG | 15/20 MPG | 21/28 MPG | 19/26 MPG | 19/25 MPG | 21/26 MPG | 15/21 MPG |
| EPA Fuel Economy (Combined) | 20 MPG | 17 MPG | 23 MPG | 22 MPG | 21 MPG | 23 MPG | 18 MPG |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | 17.2 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Fuel Type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Warranty (5 features) | |||||||
| Basic Warranty | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Corrosion/Rust Warranty | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Drivetrain Warranty | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Hybrid Component Warranty | 6 yr./ 62000 mi. | 6 yr./ 62000 mi. | 6 yr./ 62000 mi. | 6 yr./ 62000 mi. | 6 yr./ 62000 mi. | 6 yr./ 62000 mi. | 6 yr./ 62000 mi. |
| Roadside Assistance | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Comfort & Convenience (30 features) | |||||||
| Audio Controls on Steering Wheel | |||||||
| Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror | |||||||
| Automatic Parking Assist | |||||||
| Cruise Control | |||||||
| Cruise Control on Steering Wheel | |||||||
| Dual Vanity Mirrors | |||||||
| Dual Zone Climate Control | |||||||
| Electric Power Steering | |||||||
| Front Cupholders | |||||||
| Front Door Pockets | |||||||
| Front Parking Sensors | |||||||
| Front Seatback Storage | |||||||
| Front View Camera | |||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Interior Air Filtration | |||||||
| Leather Steering Wheel | — | ||||||
| Overhead Console with Storage | |||||||
| Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel | |||||||
| Push Button Start | |||||||
| Rear Cupholders | |||||||
| Rear Door Pockets | |||||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | |||||||
| Rear Ventilation Ducts | |||||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||||
| Side View Camera | |||||||
| Steering Wheel Material | — | Leather and Simulated Suede | — | — | — | — | — |
| Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel | |||||||
| Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors | |||||||
| Universal Remote Transmitter | |||||||
| Wireless Charging Pad | |||||||
| In Car Entertainment (15 features) | |||||||
| AM/FM Stereo | |||||||
| Android Auto (Wireless) | |||||||
| Apple CarPlay (Wireless) | |||||||
| Infotainment Display | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in |
| Premium Brand Stereo System | Burmester | Burmester | — | — | — | — | Burmester |
| Premium Speaker Brand | Burmester | Burmester | — | — | — | — | Burmester |
| Satellite Radio | |||||||
| Satellite Radio Trial Period | 6 months | 6 months | 6 months | 6 months | 6 months | 6 months | 6 months |
| Speaker System | 13 | 13 | — | — | — | — | 13 |
| Speed Sensitive Volume Control | — | — | — | — | |||
| Stereo Power | 590W | 590W | — | — | — | — | 590W |
| Subwoofer Count | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Surround Audio | Discrete | Discrete | — | — | — | — | Discrete |
| USB Port | |||||||
| USB Port with External Media Control | |||||||
| Power Feature (5 features) | |||||||
| Heated Mirrors | |||||||
| Keyless Entry | |||||||
| Moonroof Type | 1st Row Power Glass Extended | 1st Row Power Glass Extended | 1st Row Power Glass | 1st Row Power Glass | 1st Row Power Glass | 1st Row Power Glass | 1st Row Power Glass |
| One-Touch Power Windows | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Frontseats (24 features) | |||||||
| Driver Seat Heating | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | |||||||
| Driver Seat Lumbar Support | Power | Power | Power | Power | Power | Power | Power |
| Driver Seat Memory Settings | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Driver Seat Power Adjustments | 10-way | 10-way | 10-way | 10-way | 10-way | 10-way | 10-way |
| Driver Seat Thigh Extension | — | — | — | — | |||
| Driver Seat Ventilation | — | — | — | — | |||
| Front Head Room | 40.5 in. | 40.5 in. | 40.5 in. | 40.5 in. | 40.5 in. | 40.5 in. | 40.5 in. |
| Front Hip Room | 60.8 in. | 60.8 in. | 60.8 in. | 60.8 in. | 60.8 in. | 60.8 in. | 60.8 in. |
| Front Leg Room | 40.3 in. | 40.3 in. | 40.3 in. | 40.3 in. | 40.3 in. | 40.3 in. | 40.3 in. |
| Front Seat Type: Bucket | — | — | |||||
| Front Seat Type: Sport | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 59.3 in. | 59.3 in. | 59.3 in. | 59.3 in. | 59.3 in. | 59.3 in. | 59.3 in. |
| Passenger Seat Heating | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level |
| Passenger Seat Height Adjustment | |||||||
| Passenger Seat Lumbar Support | Power | Power | Power | Power | Power | Power | Power |
| Passenger Seat Memory Settings | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Passenger Seat Power Adjustments | 10-way | 10-way | 10-way | 10-way | 10-way | 10-way | 10-way |
| Passenger Seat Thigh Extension | — | — | — | — | |||
| Passenger Seat Ventilation | — | — | — | — | |||
| Seat Massage Function | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Seat Material: Leather | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Seat Material: Leatherette | — | — | — | — | |||
| Seat Material: Premium Leather | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Rearseats (7 features) | |||||||
| Folding Center Armrest | |||||||
| Rear Head Room | 36.9 in. | 36.9 in. | 36.9 in. | 36.9 in. | 36.9 in. | 36.9 in. | 36.9 in. |
| Rear Hip Room | 59.8 in. | 59.8 in. | 59.8 in. | 59.8 in. | 59.8 in. | 59.8 in. | 59.8 in. |
| Rear Leg Room | 40.9 in. | 40.9 in. | 40.9 in. | 40.9 in. | 40.9 in. | 40.9 in. | 40.9 in. |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 58.3 in. | 58.3 in. | 58.3 in. | 58.3 in. | 58.3 in. | 58.3 in. | 58.3 in. |
| Reclining Rear Seats | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Split-Folding Rear Seatback | |||||||
| Tires and Wheels (8 features) | |||||||
| Run Flat Tires | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Spare Tire Location | Inside Mounted | Inside Mounted | Inside Mounted | Inside Mounted | Inside Mounted | — | Inside Mounted |
| Spare Tire Type | Temporary | Temporary | Temporary | Temporary | Temporary | — | Temporary |
| Tire Size | 275/50R20 | 315/40R21 | 255/50R19 | 255/50R19 | 275/50R20 | 255/50R19 | 275/50R20 |
| Tire Type | Performance | All Season | All Season | All Season | All Season | — | All Season |
| Wheel Finish | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | — | — | Painted Alloy | — | Painted Alloy |
| Wheel Material | — | — | Alloy | Alloy | — | Alloy | — |
| Wheel Size | 20 x 9.0 in | 21 x 11.0 in. | 19 x 8.0 in | 19 x 8.0 in | 20 x 9.0 in | 19 x 8.0 in | 20 x 9.0 in |
| Suspension (3 features) | |||||||
| Four-Wheel Independent Suspension | |||||||
| Front Stabilizer Bar | |||||||
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | |||||||
| Instrumentation (5 features) | |||||||
| Clock | |||||||
| Compass | |||||||
| External Temperature Display | |||||||
| Tachometer | |||||||
| Trip Computer | |||||||
| Measurements (15 features) | |||||||
| 0-60 mph Acceleration Time | 5.2 seconds | 3.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds | 7.0 seconds | 5.3 seconds | 5.8 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
| Cargo Capacity (Seats Up) | 33.3 cu.ft. | 33.3 cu.ft. | 33.3 cu.ft. | 33.3 cu.ft. | 33.3 cu.ft. | 33.3 cu.ft. | 33.3 cu.ft. |
| Country of Final Assembly | United States | United States | United States | United States | United States | United States | United States |
| Curb Weight | 5280 lbs. | 5567 lbs. | 4806 lbs. | 4916 lbs. | 5060 lbs. | 5754 lbs. | 5368 lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | — | — | — | 6217 lbs. | 6614 lbs. | 6614 lbs. | — |
| Ground Clearance | — | 7.5 in. | — | — | — | — | — |
| Height | 70.2 in. | 70.2 in. | 70.7 in. | 70.7 in. | 70.7 in. | 70.7 in. | 70.7 in. |
| Length | 194.4 in. | 195.0 in. | 194.3 in. | 194.3 in. | 194.3 in. | 194.3 in. | 194.3 in. |
| Maximum Cargo Capacity | 74.9 cu.ft. | 74.9 cu.ft. | 74.9 cu.ft. | 74.9 cu.ft. | 74.9 cu.ft. | 74.9 cu.ft. | 74.9 cu.ft. |
| Maximum Payload | — | — | — | 1499 lbs. | 1601 lbs. | 1601 lbs. | — |
| Maximum Towing Capacity | 7700 lbs. | 7700 lbs. | 7700 lbs. | 7700 lbs. | 7700 lbs. | 7700 lbs. | 7700 lbs. |
| Turning Circle | 39.4 ft. | 39.4 ft. | 39.4 ft. | 39.4 ft. | 39.4 ft. | 39.4 ft. | 39.4 ft. |
| Wheelbase | 117.9 in. | 117.9 in. | 117.9 in. | 117.9 in. | 117.9 in. | 117.9 in. | 117.9 in. |
| Width (With Mirrors) | 84.9 in. | 84.9 in. | 84.9 in. | 84.9 in. | 84.9 in. | 84.9 in. | 84.9 in. |
| Width (Without Mirrors) | 79.3 in. | 79.4 in. | 76.7 in. | 76.7 in. | 76.7 in. | 76.7 in. | 76.7 in. |
| Telematics (8 features) | |||||||
| Airbag Deployment Notification | |||||||
| Concierge Service | |||||||
| Destination Download | |||||||
| Emergency Service | |||||||
| Roadside Assistance | |||||||
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | |||||||
| Turn-by-Turn Navigation | |||||||
| Vehicle Alarm Notification | |||||||
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum horsepower rating for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE lineup?
The base configuration, the GLE 350 4dr SUV, starts with 255 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. This output is derived from the 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo mild hybrid engine.
How does the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE manage fuel economy across its variants?
The standard powertrain achieves a 23 MPG combined rating (21 city/28 highway), and all listed options require premium unleaded fuel for operation.
What is the dimensional footprint of the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE?
The vehicle measures 194.3 inches in length and 76.7 inches in width, supported by a 117.9-inch wheelbase which impacts interior roominess.
How many distinct trim levels are offered for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE?
Mercedes-Benz provides seven available trims for the 2026 GLE, with pricing structured between $62,250 and $131,800.
Which trims of the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE utilize plug-in hybrid technology?
The GLE 450e 4dr SUV AWD is specifically designated as using a 2.0L 4-cylinder Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid system.
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