2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 580

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Rating8.1

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Midsize SUV
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$78,900
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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on June 18, 2022

ProsConsWhat's New

It is quick on its feet.

It is better to skip the 3rd-row package.

MBUX Interior Assistant and a head-up display are now offered as standalone features.

The ride is quite enjoyable.

Options can further soar the price

The interior is decorated with quality materials.

Engine and transmission are in good sync.

Specs & Features

$78,900

price

483 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

516 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

torque

9-Speed Automatic w/od

transmission

4.0L 8cyl AWD 9A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 580 is a proud member of the mid-size SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the BMW X5 M50i, the Audi SQ8, and the Porsche Cayenne S. As a standalone trim, the GLE 580 has carries an MSRP of $78,900. Its 4.0L Twin-Turbocharged V8 engine with 48-Volt EQ Boost mild hybrid system and a 9-Speed Automatic transmission gives the SUV 483 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 4.9 seconds. Moving to fuel economy, the GLE 580 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 7.1 inches. 

Buying Advice

It is difficult to ignore the value the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 580 brings. Other than offering a strong powertrain, it also provides a large collection of features including heated and ventilated front seats, wireless charging, active park assist, a Burmester surround-sound system, 64-LED ambient lighting, blind-spot assist with exit warning assist, and more.

Trims

    Base
    $78,900 onwards
    • 1St row LCD monitors
    • Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
    • Fully automatic headlights
    • Heated Front Seats
    • Premium audio system - MBUX
    • Rain sensing wipers

Compare to similar cars

Price

$65,050- $86,250

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.19

Horsepower

335 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

331 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

Capacity

5

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$68,200- $77,850

Gasoline

7.21

335 hp @ 5700 rpm

369 lb.-ft. @ 1370 rpm

5

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$32,550- $50,220

Gasoline

7.12

280 hp @ 6000 rpm

262 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm

8

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$72,350

Gasoline

8.36

429 hp @ 6100 rpm

384 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm

7

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$19,000- $26,900

Gasoline

6.46

137 hp @ 5000 rpm

162 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

5

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$113,950

Gasoline

7.89

603 hp @ 5750 rpm

627 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

5

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$48,900- $65,550

Gasoline

8.02

300 hp @ 5800 rpm

311 lb.-ft. @ 1650 rpm

5

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$85,000- $91,200

Gasoline

8.56

500 hp @ 5500 rpm

568 lb.-ft.

7

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$176,900

Gasoline

7.56

542 hp @ 6500 rpm

516 lb.-ft. @ 2200 rpm

5

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$36,765- $50,745

Gasoline

6.29

270 hp @ 5600 rpm

278 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

5

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2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 580 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    5.17 sec--
    3.4 sec11.8 sec190 mph
    3.4 sec--
    3.9 sec12.4 sec181 mph
    2021 Audi SQ7

    Ranked #3

    4.3 sec12.8 sec155 mph
    2021 Audi SQ8

    Ranked #3

    4.3 sec12.8 sec155 mph

    2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 580 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      17 mpg22 mpg19 mpg22.5 gal.382.50/495 mi.
      28 mpg31 mpg29 mpg13.2 gal.369.6/409.2 mi.
      2021 Audi Q5

      Ranked #2

      23 mpg28 mpg25 mpg18.5 gal.425.5/518 mi.
      21 mpg28 mpg24 mpg17.9 gal.375.9/501.2 mi.
      2021 BMW X6

      Ranked #4

      21 mpg26 mpg23 mpg21.9 gal.459.9/569.4 mi.
      21 mpg27 mpg23 mpg19 gal.399/513 mi.

      2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 580 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        194.3 in.76.7 in.70.7 in.7.1 in.117.9 in.
        204.3 in.78.6 in.70.7 in.7.51 in.120.9 in.
        201.8 in.78.7 in.68 in.9.7 in.117.9 in.
        2021 Audi SQ7

        Ranked #3

        199.6 in.77.6 in.68.5 in.-117.9 in.
        2021 Audi Q7

        Ranked #4

        199.3 in.77.6 in.68.5 in.7.7 in.117.9 in.
        198.8 in.78.9 in.70.2 in.8.2 in.119.1 in.

        2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 580 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          33.3 cu.ft.--
          2021 BMW X6

          Ranked #1

          27.4 cu.ft.164.4 cu.ft.59.6 cu.ft.
          20.6 cu.ft.153.7 cu.ft.96.8 cu.ft.
          47.2 cu.ft.-89.7 cu.ft.
          18 cu.ft.155.3 cu.ft.86.4 cu.ft.
          23 cu.ft.152.9 cu.ft.98.2 cu.ft.

          2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 580 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            -33.3 cu.ft.--
            57.5 cu.ft.30.5 cu.ft.60.7 cu.ft.67 ft.
            86.4 cu.ft.18 cu.ft.86.4 cu.ft.-
            68.3 cu.ft.51.9 cu.ft.68.3 cu.ft.-Jeep USA
            57.5 cu.ft.17.1 cu.ft.62.6 cu.ft.76 ft.
            2021 BMW X6

            Ranked #6

            150 cu.ft.27.4 cu.ft.59.6 cu.ft.-

            2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 580 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              7700 lbs.-5280 lbs.
              13700 lbs.-4994 lbs.
              7716 lbs.1841 lbs.5324 lbs.
              7700 lbs.893 lbs.5490 lbs.
              2021 Audi SQ8

              Ranked #3

              7700 lbs.981 lbs.5280 lbs.
              2021 Audi Q8

              Ranked #3

              7700 lbs.1124 lbs.4960 lbs.

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