When it was released in 2015, the Mercedes-Benz GLE replaced the previously available M-Class during its third generation. Currently in its second generation, the GLE continues to provide families with high-end luxury in an SUV package. Mercedes-Benz has issued several facelifts and updates to ensure that the GLE-Class fits well in the lineup.
425 Used Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class cars for sale
Mercedes-Benz, GLE-Class
2015 (65) 2.1L Sport 5dr Auto
97£15,750
Finance available £329 pm
- 2.1L
- Miles
82.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Estate
Mercedes-Benz, GLE-Class
2016 (65) 3L Unlisted 5dr Auto
36£20,000
Finance available £390 pm
- 3L
- Miles
91.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Coupe
Mercedes-Benz, GLE-Class
2017 (67) 3L AMG Line 5dr Auto
33Low Mileage
£23,940
- 3L
- Miles
49.7K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Estate
Mercedes-Benz, GLE-Class
2023 2.9L AMG Line 5dr Auto
22£59,995
Finance available £1,211 pm
- 2.9L
- Miles
18.3K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- SUV
Mercedes-Benz, GLE-Class
2020 2.9L AMG Line 5dr Auto
61Low Mileage
£38,700
Finance available £825 pm
- 2.9L
- Miles
36.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- SUV
Mercedes-Benz, GLE-Class
2018 (68) 2.1L Night Edition 5dr Auto
32Reduced
£20,400
Finance available £442 pm
- 2.1L
- Miles
70.8K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Estate
Big Motoring World Cannock
Mercedes-Benz, GLE-Class
2020 (70) 2L AMG Line 5dr Auto
18£36,799
Finance available £720 pm
- 2L
- Miles
50.8K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- SUV
Mercedes-Benz, GLE-Class
2017 (67) 3L AMG Line 5dr
30£22,990
Finance available £451 pm
- 3L
- Miles
70.0K
- Hybrid
- Semi Auto
- Estate
Motorcast Limited
Mercedes-Benz, GLE-Class
2021 (71) 2.9L AMG Line 5dr
25Low Mileage
£50,999
- 2.9L
- Miles
22.7K
- Diesel
- Semi Auto
- SUV
Mercedes-Benz of Maidstone
Mercedes-Benz, GLE-Class
2021 (71) 2L AMG Line 5dr
25Low Mileage
£48,599
- 2L
- Miles
12.5K
- Hybrid
- Semi Auto
- SUV
Mercedes-Benz of Canterbury
Mercedes-Benz, GLE-Class
2015 (65) 2.1L Sport 5dr Auto
13£15,995
Finance available £335 pm
- 2.1L
- Miles
95.5K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Estate
Cars4You Ltd
Mercedes-Benz, GLE-Class
2019 2L AMG Line 5dr Auto
74Low Mileage
£39,995
Finance available £801 pm
- 2L
- Miles
39.2K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- SUV
Surrey Hills Motor Company
Mercedes-Benz, GLE-Class
2018 3L Unlisted 4dr Auto
56Low Mileage
£29,440
- 3L
- Miles
42.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- SUV
Motor Match Crewe
Mercedes-Benz, GLE-Class
2018 5.5L Night Edition 5dr Auto
31£38,995
Finance available £780 pm
- 5.5L
- Miles
65.1K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Estate
S J Davidson
Mercedes-Benz, GLE-Class
2022 (72) 2.9L AMG Line 5dr
25£50,799
- 2.9L
- Miles
20.8K
- Diesel
- Semi Auto
- SUV
Mercedes-Benz of Shrewsbury
Mercedes-Benz, GLE-Class
2022 2.9L AMG Line 5dr
£43,690
- 2.9L
- Miles
50.4K
- Diesel
- Semi Auto
- SUV
Marshall Nissan Grantham
Mercedes-Benz, GLE-Class
2021 2.9L AMG Line 5dr
62£44,970
- 2.9L
- Miles
52.6K
- Diesel
- Semi Auto
- SUV
Marshall Mercedes-Benz of Blackburn
Mercedes-Benz, GLE-Class
2022 2.9L AMG Line 5dr
£43,270
- 2.9L
- Miles
53.0K
- Diesel
- Semi Auto
- SUV
Marshall Nissan Grantham
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Why buy a used Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class?
If you're in the market for a car that's luxurious, spacious and extremely comfortable, then a used Mercedes-Benz GLE is a great choice. With the ability to hold up to seven people, the GLE is an excellent option for families. The high-tech interior adds connectivity and entertainment to keep the journey exciting for all passengers.
Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class snapshot review
Pros
- Great powertrain choice
- High-quality interior
- Very spacious
Cons
- Seven seats not included as standard
- Quite pricey
- Not much fun to drive
Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class by type
Used Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class information
Engines and transmissions
The Mercedes-Benz GLE may have a variety of engine options (petrol, diesel and hybrid), but they all include an automatic transmission and standard four-wheel drive.
Petrol- GLE 450 has a 3.0-litre engine producing 375bhp for a 5.4-second 0-60mph time.
- AMG GLE 53 offers more output at 428bhp to hit 60mph in 4.8 seconds.
- AMG GLE 63 has a 4.0-litre V8 that creates 603bhp, giving it a 0-60mph time of 3.7 seconds.
- GLE 400 e plug-in hybrid creates a combined output of 375bhp and offers up to 66 miles of electric-only driving.
- GLE 300 d has a 2.0-litre engine creating 241bhp and returns a rating of around 39mpg.
- GLE 350 d and GLE 400 d use 3.0-litre six-cylinders to output 268bhp and 325bhp. Average fuel economy is around 33mpg for these engines.
- Newer GLE 450 d outputs 361bhp for a 0-60mph time of 5.4 seconds. Despite being quicker than all other diesels, average fuel economy is a respectable 34.5mpg.
- GLE 350 de plug-in hybrid uses a 2.0-litre diesel engine with an electric motor to make 315bhp, while the large battery allows for up to 66 miles of electric-only driving.
Practicality
With the ability to hold a larger family, the GLE is extremely practical and comes equipped with numerous high-tech features.
Interior space- Can be configured with two or three rows of seating, to hold five or seven people (hybrid only holds five).
- Third row is better suited for children and not suited for taller adults.
- Wide-opening doors and ISOFIX points make fitting child seats easier.
- With five seats in place, there's 630 litres of boot space (490 litres with plug-in hybrid).
- Folding the middle row creates 2,055 litres of space, which is more than most competitors.
- GLE is a five- or seven-passenger SUV that has been in production since 2015.
- GLE Coupé has a sportier style and was released in 2020.
Safety
- 2019 Euro NCAP rating is five stars.
- 91% rating given to adult occupant, with 90% for child occupant.
- Standard kit includes airbags, blind spot monitoring, driver drowsiness system and a dashcam.
Technology
- Dual-screen infotainment system uses MBUX technology.
- Newer models include a premium Burmester sound system.
- Compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.
Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class generations
Second Generation (2019 to Present)
The second-generation GLE was completely redone from the ground up, the first full redesign since it received its new name. It featured the latest Mercedes-Benz styling to fit in better with the rest of the lineup. With its release, the GLE had LED daytime running lights shaped like two arrows within the headlights, a grille with satin-chrome slats and the company badge. A GLE Coupé model was also released in 2020 with a sleeker, sloped roof.
A 2023 facelift offers high-performance LED headlights with blocks for the daytime running lights and multibeam LED tech. Inside the cabin, two wider screens were also installed, sharing the same piece of glass.
- Fuel type:
- Diesel / Hybrid - Petrol/Electric / Not Supplied / Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 2 - 4
- MPG:
- 22 - 403
- Acceleration:
- 3.8 - 7.2 seconds
- Boot space:
- 490 - 690 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- 5 / 5 stars
Greenest
GLE 350de 4Matic AMG Line 5dr 9G-Tronic
Cheapest
GLE 300d 4Matic AMG Line 5dr 9G-Tronic
Fastest
GLE 63 S 4Matic+ 5dr 9G-Tronic
First Generation (2015 to 2019)
As a facelift to the third-generation M-Class, the GLE received its updated name. Its revised styling included a new grille, headlights, bumpers and hood. LED daytime running lights were integrated into the headlights and the LED headlights were enhanced.
Several engine options were included with the first lineup, along with many updated technology features. Not only did Mercedes include a 7.0-inch media display, but new safety features were also installed, such as collision prevention assist plus and crosswind assist.
- Fuel type:
- Diesel / Hybrid - Petrol/Electric / Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 2.1 - 5.5
- MPG:
- 23 - 85
- Acceleration:
- 4.2 - 8.6 seconds
- Boot space:
- 480 - 690 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- stars
Greenest
GLE 500e 4Matic AMG Line 5dr 7G-Tronic
Cheapest
GLE 250d 4Matic Sport 5dr 9G-Tronic
Fastest
GLE 63 S 4Matic 5dr 7G-Tronic
Used Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class FAQ's
Which is the most popular engine in the Mercedes-Benz GLE?
The diesel engines have been among the most popular with customers, specifically the GLE 350 and GLE 400d. These offer a good amount of acceleration and speed combined with decent fuel efficiency.
Which are the most popular model variants?
Model variants include AMG Line, AMG Line Premium, AMG Line Premium Plus, AMG Premium and AMG Night Edition Premium Plus. However, there was a variety of earlier models, including Sport, Designo Line and AMG S. Overall, the AMG Line has proven to be the most popular with drivers, offering 20-inch alloys and 4MATIC all-wheel drive as standard, along with 64-colour ambient lighting and a leather interior.
What optional extras should I look out for?
Buyers of used GLE models should look out for the available sunroof that allows more light into the cabin without cutting down on headroom. There's also a Driving Assistance Package Plus that adds evasive steering assist and adaptive cruise control, making it both safer and more relaxing to drive.
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLE a good family car?
With the ability to seat up to seven people, the GLE was always designed to be a family car. It has a large cabin combined with a spacious boot, enabling families to enjoy daily drives or a holiday away from home.
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLE available as an automatic?
Since it was rebadged as the GLE, Mercedes-Benz has only offered an automatic transmission with the petrol, diesel and hybrid engines. There are no manual Mercedes-Benz GLE models.
Is there a four-wheel drive standard on all GLE models?
All Mercedes-Benz GLE models come standard with four-wheel drive. This added capability ensures the best traction on uneven road surfaces and allows for better navigation of slippery roads.
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