2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 43 Coupe

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Rating7.1

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$71,350
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

AWD happens to be standard

The coupe-ish design brings down the cargo volume significantly

No major changes for the 2019 model year

MBs luxury and craftsmanship are evident

The price tag isn't justified with the standard feature and equipment

Smooth and nimble ride quality

Specs & Features

$71,350

price

385 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

384 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

torque

9-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.0L 6cyl AWD 9A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 43 Coupe is a proud member of the midsize SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the Porsche Cayenne, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport HSE, and the Jaguar F-Pace S SUV. Available in a single trim option, the AMG GLE 43 Coupe SUV starts off at a base price of MSRP $71,350. Its 3.0L twin-turbocharged V6 and 9-speed automatic transmission give the SUV 385 horsepower and 384 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 5.6 seconds and boasts a towing capacity of 7,200 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the AMG GLE 43 Coupe SUV manages to get a combined EPA rating of 19 MPG, which is just average for the class, with most of its rivals reaching similar numbers. It also has a ground clearance of 7.8 inches. 

Buying Advice

With some scope of improvement for the standard features and equipment, it would be a rational decision to add some of the optional packages. We recommend pairing the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 43 Coupe SUV with the Parking Assist Package ($1,290) and Premium 3 Package ($2,250) for a better driving experience

Trims

    Base
    $71,350 onwards
    • Engine: 3.0L 6cyl AWD 9A
    • Horsepower: 385 hp @ 5500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 384 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 4.8 sec
    • Top Speed: 155 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 19 mpg

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Price

$71,350

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.06

Horsepower

385 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

384 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

Capacity

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262 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm

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260 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

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Gasoline

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188 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

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Gasoline

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Gasoline

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Gasoline

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2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 43 Coupe vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    4.8 sec-155 mph
    3.4 sec--
    4.08 sec--
    4.29 sec-149 mph
    4.4 sec12.7 sec-
    4.8 sec--

    2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 43 Coupe vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      17 mpg22 mpg19 mpg24 gal.408/528 mi.
      2019 BMW X4

      Ranked #1

      22 mpg29 mpg25 mpg17.2 gal.378.4/498.8 mi.
      22 mpg29 mpg25 mpg18.8 gal.413.6/545.2 mi.
      22 mpg27 mpg24 mpg19.4 gal.426.8/523.8 mi.
      20 mpg27 mpg23 mpg19.5 gal.390/526.5 mi.
      21 mpg26 mpg23 mpg19 gal.399/494 mi.

      2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 43 Coupe vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        192.6 in.78.9 in.67.7 in.7.8 in.114.8 in.
        204.3 in.78.6 in.70.7 in.8 in.120.9 in.
        202.4 in.78.7 in.68.6 in.9.7 in.117.9 in.
        201.2 in.75.8 in.70.9 in.8.1 in.119.8 in.
        200.6 in.77.2 in.68.6 in.6.5 in.114.2 in.
        198.3 in.78.9 in.70 in.7.8 in.112.8 in.

        2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 43 Coupe vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          23 cu.ft.-60.7 cu.ft.
          2019 BMW X6

          Ranked #1

          26.6 cu.ft.164.4 cu.ft.59.7 cu.ft.
          20.5 cu.ft.108 cu.ft.140.7 cu.ft.
          27.1 cu.ft.102.6 cu.ft.60.3 cu.ft.
          24.8 cu.ft.159.6 cu.ft.56.8 cu.ft.
          15 cu.ft.132.7 cu.ft.68.4 cu.ft.

          2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 43 Coupe vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            60.7 cu.ft.23 cu.ft.60.7 cu.ft.-
            58.5 cu.ft.16.3 cu.ft.58.5 cu.ft.-
            127.5 cu.ft.27.1 cu.ft.60.3 cu.ft.-
            2019 BMW X6

            Ranked #4

            150 cu.ft.26.6 cu.ft.59.7 cu.ft.-
            140.7 cu.ft.20.5 cu.ft.140.7 cu.ft.-
            5 cu.ft.43.3 cu.ft.85.1 cu.ft.-

            2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 43 Coupe vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              7200 lbs.-4960 lbs.
              8201 lbs.1841 lbs.4751 lbs.
              7716 lbs.1885 lbs.5264 lbs.
              7716 lbs.1775 lbs.4839 lbs.
              7700 lbs.1862 lbs.4377 lbs.
              7200 lbs.1543 lbs.5379 lbs.

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