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Used 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Above all else

WkdLqd, 03/22/2017
2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class AMG GLE 43 4MATIC 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 9A)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful

I buy a new car just about since a year, have had everything from bottom of line models like Ford all the way to the top of the line Mercedes. When this model came out I had to have one and not a disappointment. I had a 2015 ML 350 for about a year (only because I missed having remote start) until I traded it for a 2016 Escalade, huge disappointment and couldn't wait to get into another Mercedes. This vehicle is a dream, you get power, comfort, space, and true luxury all wrapped up in the perfect size sport SUV. I would recommend this (or any Benz) to anyone looking to buying a new car.

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4 out of 5 stars

So far - so good

Ed, 11/21/2017
2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class AMG GLE 43 4MATIC 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 9A)
22 of 32 people found this review helpful

Just purchased vehicle, last car was a Porsche Cayenne S. The reason I decided to try an MB AMG was because new Porsches looked like my old one. Looked at Escalade and Dinali (too big), Audi G7 (too ugly) and Jaguar F Pace (too small). I skipped the BMW X5 because my wife drives one.

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Nice!

Mudslide, 01/16/2022
2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class GLE 350 4MATIC 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 7A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

There aren't many SUV's out there these days that even look like SUV's - more like wedges with wheels. The ones with decent styling, like the GMCs or Jeeps have their own set of problems. I really was trying to avoid a "status" symbol, but at the end of the day, the Benz had it all: styling, comfort, reliability, safety, utility, and quality. It has excellent acceleration and a luxurious, quiet ride. Love the sound system and the parking cameras. The outside dimensions are perfect for a mid-size SUV with an excellent turning radius, along with plenty of cargo space for my needs. I'm not a fan of the steering shift selector and you better remember to press "park" (or it stays in neutral and will roll), but you get used to it. It takes awhile to learn all the features and they are not particularly intuitive. Fuel economy is not great (I average 18mpg), but like the large gas tank that comes with it. Routine maintenance is expensive, but so far no problems. In summary, I am very happy with my purchase and still look forward to driving it even if it is a "status symbol" (and that's not all bad either!)

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5 out of 5 stars

Upgraded my ML-350

Lita, 08/13/2019
2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class GLE 350 4MATIC 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 7A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

The updates are awesome! I love the bigger screen and the extras on it! I always loved the suv version but this new model is awesome!

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5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic SUV

Steve R, 10/07/2020
2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class GLE 400 4MATIC 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I’ve owned this vehicle for 3 years and it is an absolute dream. The transmission is smooth and the engine is quiet. I’ve had zero problems with this SUV.

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