Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class 2023– car dimensions: 4924 mm long, 2010 mm wide and 1797 mm high. Unladen weight is 2,230 kg. Braked towing is 3,493 kg.
The cabin pairs dual 12.3-inch displays into a widescreen setup with a central touchscreen running MBUX. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard. Dual-zone automatic climate control is fitted as standard. Driver aids include standard Active Brake Assist for automatic emergency braking, Blind Spot Assist, PARKTRONIC front and rear sensors with Active Parking Assist, and a reversing camera plus Surround View System. Adaptive cruise and active lane keeping come in the optional Driver Assistance Package.
Cargo volume measures 943 litres behind the second row and expands to 2055 litres with the 40/20/40 seats folded. A power liftgate is standard.
Braked towing capacity reaches 3493 kg with the optional trailer hitch and Trailer Sway Control. Unbraked capacity is 750 kg. Payload is around 590 kg based on GVWR and curb weight. Selective damping suspension is standard. air suspension is optional.
The cabin feels roomy and luxurious with quality leatherette or leather, wood or aluminum trim, dual 12.3-inch screens, and multi-color ambient lighting. Front seats are firm yet supportive with power adjustment, lumbar, memory, and heating as standard. long drives leave less stiffness. Second-row legroom is generous at over 40 inches. Optional panoramic roof opens the space to light. Overall it rides composed but firm over rough roads.
Premium unleaded required. EPA 19 city/26 hwy mpg for 4MATIC.
ASSYST Plus alerts for Service A at ~10,000 miles or 1 year, Service B at ~20,000 miles.
IIHS 2025 Top Safety Pick+ with Good crash ratings. NHTSA 5-star side, 4-star rollover.
Euro NCAP 5 stars (2019 generation test: 91% adult, 90% child).
Standard kit includes active brake assist, blind-spot assist, driver attention monitor, parking sensors, rear camera.
4-year/50,000-mile basic and powertrain warranty. no complimentary scheduled maintenance.
The GLE 350 4MATIC runs on premium unleaded with a 2.0L turbo mild-hybrid four-cylinder. Official figures list 19 mpg city and 26 mpg highway. Real-world mixed driving often lands near the combined rating around 22 mpg. Fuel tank holds about 22.5 gallons.
Servicing follows the ASSYST Plus system that adapts to driving style and conditions rather than fixed calendar only. Expect Service A (oil, filter, checks, tire pressure, brakes) roughly every 10,000 miles or yearly, alternating with Service B that adds cabin filter and brake fluid. Transmission fluid and other items come later around 60,000 miles. Dealers handle the work. no free maintenance is included from the factory.
Crash protection is strong. The generation earned IIHS Top Safety Pick+ with Good scores across tested categories and good headlights. NHTSA gives five stars for side impacts and four for rollover. Euro NCAP awarded five stars overall in 2019 testing. Standard equipment covers automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, driver attention assist, and multiple airbags including knee. Driver-assistance packages add adaptive cruise and lane centering.
Ownership centers on the four-year/50,000-mile basic and powertrain coverage plus roadside assistance for the same period. Corrosion protection matches that term. Keep up with ASSYST alerts and use approved fluids to maintain the mild-hybrid system and 4MATIC. The firm ride and solid build hold up for daily use and light towing up to the rated capacity when properly equipped.
Length 4924 mm, Width 2010 mm, Height 1797 mm, Wheelbase 2995 mm (GLE-Class 2023-present)
Sources: manufacturer data, Mercedes-Benz Owner's Manual GLE SUV October 2025 V167, MBUSA.com GLE 350 4MATIC page and The Car Guide/guideautoweb 2026 GLE 350 4MATIC, driving.ca.