Overview
Competing in the midsize SUV, the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class goes up against other notable names in the class, like the BMW X5, the Genesis GV80, and the Audi Q7. Spread across 4 trims, the GLE class starts off at a base price of MSRP $63,800 and carries on to an estimated $85,000. Not all trims are built equally, however, as there are 3 powertrains on offer. The standard engine is a 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 motor rated for 255 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. With this engine, the GLE achieves a respectable 0-60 time of 6.6 seconds. The second gas-only engine is a 3.0L turbocharged inline-6 motor that offers a peak output of 375 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. An optional 4.0L twin-turbocharged V8 complemented by a 48-volt electric system is also offered for the top trim, with an output of 504 horsepower. A 9-speed automatic transmission is offered alongside all engine options.
