2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class SUV

2016 GLE-Class

Overview
Exterior
Interior
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Competition

$51,100 MSRP From
19.5 mpg AVG, Comb.
6.5 sec. 0-60 MPH
329 hp Max. Power
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Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class is a five-seat medium-size vehicle in the Luxury Performance SUV category. For the 2016 model year, there are three trim-lines to choose from with two different gas engines that produce from 302 to 329 horsepower. EPA-estimated annual premium gasoline expense is $3,500 to $3,650, which over the course of five years will cost you $7,750 in extra fuel spending.

2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class GLE 350

2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class GLE 400

Exterior

Exterior Dimensions

Width: 84.3 in
Width W/O Mirrors: 78.9 in
Length: 189.1 in
Height: 70.7 in
Wheelbase: 114.8 in

2016 GLE-Class has a relatively long wheelbase ( 114.8 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively heavier, too, with curb weight of 4652 - 4751 lbs.

Interior

First Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 40.3 inHip Room: -Head Room: 38.9 inShoulder Room: 58.5 in

Second Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 38.4 inHip Room: -Head Room: 38.5 inShoulder Room: 58.4 in

Cargo Volume Behind Second Row Seats

38.2 ft³

2016 GLE-Class seats five adults. On first-row passenger room it falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. When it comes to second-row passenger room, GLE-Class ia a class-leader on only two measurements - legs and hips - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on shoulders and head. Cargo volume behind second-row seats is smaller than the average among its peers with 38.2 cu. ft.

Full Specifications

Trim	2016 GLE-Class GLE 350	2016 GLE-Class GLE 350 4MATIC	2016 GLE-Class GLE 400 4MATIC
Starging MSRP	$51,100	$53,600	$64,600
Engine	3.5L V-6	3.5L V-6	3.0L V-6 Twin-Turbo
HP	302 hp	302 hp	329 hp
Drivetrain	Rear Wheel Drive	All Wheel Drive	All Wheel Drive
0-60 mph	7.5 sec	7.5 sec	6.5 sec
City	18 MPG	18 MPG	18 MPG
Highway	23 MPG	22 MPG	22 MPG
Combined	20 MPG	19 MPG	20 MPG
Annual Fuel Cost	$3,500	$3,650	$3,500

2016 GLE-Class SUV comes in three trim levels, with an average price that is $212 less compared to its rivals. With a heavier body, and on average more powerful engine, GLE-Class

Safety

Complaints: 74
Recalls: 17

Customers have filed seventy-four complaints, which is more than the average for its rivals. There are also seventeen recalls issued by Mercedes-Benz, which by itself is a relatively high number.