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Mercedes-Benz GLE.

The family flagship: spacious, serene, strong towing, and available in everything from mild hybrid to full AMG. The Coupe body style is folded in here too.

By The Broker Black · Updated September 30, 2026

About $63K*
Starting price (MSRP), base model
20-26 mpg
Fuel economy
5-7
Seats
255-603 hp
Power
7,700 lbs
Towing, properly equipped

GLE trims.

GLE350 4MATIC255 hp entry with the full GLE cabin and standard AWD.
GLE450 4MATIC375 hp inline-six: the mid engine option.
GLE450eThe plug-in hybrid: 381 hp combined with real electric commuting range.
GLE580 4MATIC510 hp V8 luxury without the full AMG firmness.
AMG GLE53The AMG entry: hybrid-assisted six with AMG chassis and soundtrack.
AMG GLE63 S603 hp hand-built V8: the full-send family hauler.

A Mercedes-Benz GLE, on your numbers.

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An estimate on the numbers you type, not an offer of credit or a quote from any dealership. Starting loan rates are the average new-car APR for each credit tier (used-car APR for a used car) from Experian's State of the Automotive Finance Market, second quarter 2026, VantageScore 4.0. The starting money factor, residual, and acquisition fee are starting figures only; the leasing company sets the real ones. Taxes and state fees are estimates for Arizona; the dealership's paperwork and your motor vehicle agency have the final numbers. What you own at the end assumes the car is worth the residual. Nothing you type is sent, saved, or used to check your credit.

Taxes and fees at the starting price.*

Registered inSales taxTitle, registration, and state fees
Phoenix, AZ$5,344 (8.5%)$1,090
Las Vegas, NV$5,276 (8.4%)$1,164
Los Angeles, CA$6,143 (9.8%)$811
Every new Mercedes-Benz carries a 4 year / 50,000 mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Unlike BMW, complimentary scheduled maintenance is not included, so budget for service visits or a prepaid maintenance plan.

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Questions.

How much does the Mercedes-Benz GLE cost?

The Mercedes-Benz GLE starts around $63K, the manufacturer's suggested price for the base model before options and destination. Plus each dealership's own documentary fee (not a government fee), taxes, and government fees. Higher trims cost more; the AMG GLE63 S tops the range.

What trims does the Mercedes-Benz GLE come in?

Six: GLE350 4MATIC, GLE450 4MATIC, GLE450e, GLE580 4MATIC, AMG GLE53, and AMG GLE63 S.

What gas mileage does the Mercedes-Benz GLE get?

20-26 mpg, depending on the trim and powertrain, per the manufacturer's published figures.

How many seats does the Mercedes-Benz GLE have?

5-7.

How much can the Mercedes-Benz GLE tow?

Up to 7,700 lbs, properly equipped.

Should I lease or buy a Mercedes-Benz GLE?

It depends on how long you will keep it and how far you drive. Type the price you agreed on into the calculator above and compare the lease and the loan over the same months, with your state's taxes and your own credit tier.