Mercedes-Benz GLE PHEV 2023– car dimensions: 4927 mm long, 2018 mm wide and 1782 mm high. Unladen weight is 2,706 kg. Braked towing is 2,700 kg.
Dual 12.3-inch screens run MBUX with standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Three-zone automatic climate control includes rear vents and independent rear settings. Full-speed adaptive cruise, active emergency braking, blind-spot assist, lane-keep with centering, front/rear parking sensors and 360/540-degree camera with transparent view are all standard. Air suspension is fitted as standard.
Battery under the floor cuts boot space to 490 litres with seats up. 40/20/40 rear seats fold electrically to open 1915 litres. Power tailgate with hands-free opening is standard.
Braked towing is rated at 2700 kg and unbraked at 750 kg. Kerb weight 2706 kg and gross vehicle weight 3200 kg leave a 494 kg payload. AIRMATIC air suspension is standard and can lower the rear for easier loading.
The cabin uses soft artificial leather seats with multi-way power adjustment including four-way lumbar support and leg rests on the front seats plus memory. Front seats heat as standard while ventilation is optional. A panoramic sliding sunroof opens for an open feel. Multi-layer soundproof glass keeps the interior quiet. Three-zone automatic climate control with rear vents and air purification maintain comfort. Sixty-four colour ambient lighting sets a calm mood.
Requires 95 RON fuel with WLTC combined consumption of 1.66 L/100 km.
Vehicle warranty covers three years with unlimited mileage.
High-voltage battery warranty lasts eight years or 120000 km.
Standard safety includes eight airbags plus L2 assist with full-speed adaptive cruise lane keep and active braking.
AIRMATIC air suspension is standard for adjustable ride height and damping.
This plug-in hybrid runs on 95 RON petrol paired with a 31.2 kWh battery. It delivers 100 km pure electric range under WLTC and combined fuel use of 1.66 L/100 km. Fast charging from 10 to 80 percent takes about 20 minutes while a full slow charge needs 2.5 hours. Daily short trips stay electric and quiet.
Servicing follows the three-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty. The battery pack carries its own eight-year or 120000 km cover. Routine care focuses on the hybrid system and air suspension components available through authorised dealers.
Safety equipment is comprehensive. Eight airbags protect all occupants. Active systems cover forward collision warning automatic emergency braking lane departure warning lane keep assist blind-spot monitoring and door-open warning. The PRE-SAFE system prepares the cabin before a potential impact. L2 driving assistance handles adaptive cruise and lane centring on highways.
Living with the car is straightforward for a large luxury SUV. The 4MATIC all-wheel drive and air suspension handle mixed roads comfortably. Remote app features manage charging climate and vehicle status. Keep the battery charged regularly to maximise electric driving and low running costs.
Length 4927 mm, Width 2018 mm, Height 1782 mm, Wheelbase 2995 mm (GLE PHEV 2023-)
Sources: manufacturer data, data.carnewschina.com/database/mercedes-benz/gle-phev/2025/params, price.pcauto.com.cn and dongchedi.com snippets, Mercedes-Benz CN 2025 GLE brochure PDF.