2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 Coupe

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$109,300
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Rewarding handling

Limited rear-row headroom

All new model

Effortless acceleration and performance

Average cargo room

Wide range of features

Exquisite interior

Specs & Features

$109,300

price

577 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

561 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

torque

7-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

5.5L 8cyl AWD 7A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S Coupe SUV is a proud member of the midsize SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the Porsche Cayenne Turbo, the BMW X5 M, and the Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR. With standalone trim, the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S Coupe SUV carries a base price of MSRP of $109,300. Its 5.5 L twin-turbocharged V8 engine and a 7-speed automatic transmission give the SUV 577 horsepower and 561 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 4.1 seconds and boasts a towing capacity of 7,200 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S Coupe SUV manages to get a combined EPA rating of 15 MPG, which is just average for the class, with most of its rivals reaching similar numbers. It also has a ground clearance of 7.2 inches.

Buying Advice

In the single trim, the AMG GLE 63 S comes abundantly equipped. However, you can further include options like Premium and Parking Assist packages and further adds 22-inch wheels, upgraded brakes, sport exhaust, sport-tuned steering and adaptive air suspension and more.

Trims

    S
    $109,300 onwards
    • 22-Inch wheels
    • Keyless entry and keyless ignition
    • Leather upholstery
    • Sport exhaust
    • Ventilated front seats

Compare to similar cars

Price

$109,300

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.59

Horsepower

577 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

561 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

Capacity

5

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$60,600- $102,200

Gasoline

7.82

300 hp @ 5800 rpm

300 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

5

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$54,700- $71,500

Gasoline

8.63

300 hp @ 5800 rpm

300 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

5

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$99,950- $107,100

Gasoline

8.14

550 hp @ 5250 rpm

516 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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$65,100

Gasoline

8.63

362 hp @ 5250 rpm

384 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm

5

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$217,900

Gasoline

6.8

621 hp @ 4800 rpm

738 lb.-ft.

5

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$139,900

Gasoline

7.38

563 hp @ 5500 rpm

561 lb.-ft.

5

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$58,300- $157,300

Gasoline

7.72

300 hp @ 6300 rpm

295 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

5

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2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 Coupe vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    3.9 sec-112 mph
    4.7 sec--
    4.8 sec-107 mph
    5.1 sec-105 mph
    5.1 sec-101 mph
    2016 BMW X6

    Ranked #5

    6.2 sec14.8 sec124 mph

    2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 Coupe vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      14 mpg18 mpg15 mpg24 gal.336/432 mi.
      2016 BMW X5

      Ranked #1

      18 mpg25 mpg21 mpg22.4 gal.403.2/560 mi.
      19 mpg24 mpg21 mpg26.4 gal.501.6/633.6 mi.
      2016 BMW X6

      Ranked #1

      18 mpg25 mpg21 mpg22.4 gal.403.2/560 mi.
      17 mpg23 mpg20 mpg24 gal.408/552 mi.
      13 mpg17 mpg15 mpg24.6 gal.319.8/418.2 mi.

      2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 Coupe vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        192.6 in.78.9 in.67.7 in.7 in.114.8 in.
        192.6 in.78.9 in.67.7 in.-114.8 in.
        2016 BMW X5

        Ranked #2

        192.4 in.76.3 in.69.4 in.8.2 in.115.5 in.

        2016 BMW X5 M

        Ranked #3

        192.1 in.75 in.69.1 in.8.1 in.115.5 in.
        2016 BMW X6

        Ranked #4

        192 in.78.1 in.66.5 in.8.3 in.115.5 in.
        191.1 in.78.7 in.67.4 in.8.5 in.114 in.

        2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 Coupe vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          23 cu.ft.-60.7 cu.ft.
          45.2 cu.ft.-79.5 cu.ft.
          45.2 cu.ft.-79.5 cu.ft.
          38.2 cu.ft.-80.3 cu.ft.
          2016 BMW X5

          Ranked #3

          35.8 cu.ft.94 cu.ft.63.4 cu.ft.
          23 cu.ft.-60.7 cu.ft.

          2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 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.-
            2016 BMW X6

            Ranked #2

            15.6 cu.ft.26.6 cu.ft.59.7 cu.ft.91 ft.
            79.5 cu.ft.45.2 cu.ft.79.5 cu.ft.-
            38.9 cu.ft.23.6 cu.ft.62.9 cu.ft.-
            2016 BMW X5

            Ranked #5

            63.4 cu.ft.35.8 cu.ft.63.4 cu.ft.-
            79.5 cu.ft.45.2 cu.ft.79.5 cu.ft.-

            2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 Coupe vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              7200 lbs.1543 lbs.5180 lbs.
              7716 lbs.1862 lbs.4488 lbs.
              7200 lbs.1455 lbs.4894 lbs.
              7198 lbs.1486 lbs.5238 lbs.
              7000 lbs.1477 lbs.5691 lbs.
              7000 lbs.1477 lbs.5624 lbs.

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