2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class

Name: 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class
Brand: Mercedes-Benz
Price: 61850 USD

Price Range: $61,850 - $130,800

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class AMG GLE 53 4dr SUV Exterior. European Model Shown.

The Mercedes GLE is one of the best luxury SUVs on sale today. It brings the heat with a top-notch interior, exceptional build quality, helpful technology features and a diverse lineup of engines. This is a luxury SUV that quietly executes its job with ease.Read full review

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2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Review

Pros

Well-appointed and quiet interior
Wide range of powertrains deliver both power and efficiency
Helpful voice command system
Plenty of standard and optional features

Cons

Steering wheel controls can be clumsy to operate
Optional third row is cramped
Options quickly drive the price up

What's new

No major updates for 2025
Part of the second GLE generation introduced for 2020

Overview

by the Edmunds Experts

11/18/2024

The 2025 GLE is Mercedes' midsize SUV, slotting into the range below the three-row GLS and above the two-row GLC. It comes standard with two rows of seats and a third row is optional on most trims, though it's compact enough to only be useful for smaller people. The GLE, including the AMG variants, is offered in six different outputs suited to nearly any taste. There's even a plug-in hybrid. The base trim is the only variant that comes in a rear-wheel-drive version. After a significant revision for 2024, Mercedes made only minor changes to the GLE lineup for 2025.

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From its modest 350 base trim to the completely uncorked AMG 63 S, Mercedes ensures that the GLE lineup has a product to align with every budget and personality. Power output ranges from a benign 255-horsepower four-cylinder to 603 horsepower from the AMG 63 S's turbocharged V8. There's even a plug-in hybrid, the GLE 450e, that offers 381 combined horsepower and nearly 60 miles of all-electric range to help you reduce your gas consumption. Oh, and if you want a turbo V8 but aren't interested in any AMG shenanigans, there's the 510-horsepower GLE 580. That's some range, people. Don't say the GLE doesn't offer what you want.

Competitors to consider

The BMW X5 is a top alternative to the GLE. Like the Mercedes, it provides similar levels of luxury and technology and also a wide range of versions. You might also want to check out the Genesis GV80 for its value or the Porsche Cayenne if performance is a priority. The Audi Q8 is another good option. Check out our test team's Expert Rating below to help you decide.

Edmunds Expert Rating

edmunds TESTED

by the Edmunds Experts

Great

8.3

out of 10

We drove the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

Performance

7.5/10

How does the GLE-Class drive? We tested the GLE 450e, which has the plug-in hybrid powertrain. Overall, we're impressed by how easy it is to drive. With a charged battery, the SUV stays in electric mode unless you need all of its power at once, and when the engine kicks in it does so gracefully. At the Edmunds test track, our test vehicle accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in a respectable 5.7 seconds.

The steering feel is ultra-light. That's great for twirling around parking lots but not so great for giving you a feel for the road. Our GLE 450e also felt less stable and planted around turns compared to other versions of the GLE we've tested; the vehicle's extra mass from its plug-in hybrid components is likely to blame. But overall the GLE is a winner for city commutes and highway driving alike.

Comfort

8/10

How comfortable is the GLE-Class? Interior comfort is a top reason to buy a Mercedes GLE. Our test vehicle came loaded with features such as rapid seat heating, seat ventilation and massage. Those add-ons, alongside the excellent climate control system, provide a truly relaxing experience. The optional brown leather and natural wood trim look nice but we actually prefer the feel of Mercedes' synthetic leather MB-Tex.

We also recommend skipping the adaptive air suspension. We've tested it on GLE models in the past and found it too floaty for everyday use. This GLE's standard suspension works just fine for riding comfortably while keeping the SUV in control.

Interior

9/10

How’s the interior? This is what a luxury SUV's interior should look like. The GLE's cabin is elegant and built with high-quality materials. The GLE's cabin is very spacious. There's plenty of room in both rows. The GLE does sit relatively high off the ground (especially on these 21-inch wheels), so speccing the running boards is a good idea for the shorter friends among us. The visibility from the driver's seat feels commanding, with plenty of seat adjustability to find the right angle.

We like the GLE's intuitive touchpad controller. Functions such as track/preset skipping, home and back are right on the pad, and it has useful haptic feedback. But the steering wheel touchpads are too easy to brush inadvertently and get an input that you didn't want.

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Technology

9/10

How’s the tech? The GLE's touchscreen is bright and colorful, with high resolution and impressive response times. The menus can become confusing if you dig in too far, but the main features are just a press or two away. The available Burmester audio system has a surround-sound option that fully envelops the driver in hi-fi lusciousness. You'll want to crank up every song for an immersive experience — too bad max volume isn't higher.

Rivals like Cadillac and BMW now offer hands-free driving assist features. The GLE doesn't yet offer such a system, but otherwise the vehicle's driving aids such as adaptive cruise control and lane keeping work well and are unobtrusive in routine driving.

Storage

8.5/10

How’s the storage? In some plug-in hybrids, storage takes a hit because of the battery pack intruding on cargo capacity. But that is not a worry with the GLE 450e. This Mercedes does have slightly less room than its gas-only counterpart but is still outstanding. It's also better than the majority of the competition. And considering how big the battery pack is, the packaging is even more impressive. The second row has a 60/40 split to help with longer items too. Storage for smaller personal items is plentiful.

Got small children? The back seat has easy-to-access car seat anchors, and there's plenty of room for even the bulkiest child safety seats. The GLE will also work out well if you plan to tow a trailer. Properly equipped, it's rated to tow up to 7,700 pounds, which is enough to handle most small or midsize trailers.

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Fuel Economy

9/10

How’s the fuel economy? Fuel economy will vary widely depending on the version you pick. We tested the GLE 450e, which is the most frugal of the bunch. It's a plug-in hybrid, and we were able to drive it about 59 miles on a full battery before it switched over to typical hybrid operation. That's above average for a plug-in SUV. Once the battery was flat, our GLE posted 28 mpg in combined driving, which is still very good. As an added bonus the GLE 450e has the ability to use DC fast charging, giving it a nice edge over its plug-in hybrid rivals.

Value

8/10

Is the GLE-Class a good value? The GLE can get expensive when you load it up with a lot of options, but overall we think you're getting your money's worth. Build quality on our test GLE was excellent. If there is an unimpressive aspect to the GLE, it's the warranty coverage. The powertrain and bumper-to-bumper warranties are fairly standard four-year/50,000-mile offerings, but nearly every competitor offers more in the way of roadside assistance and corrosion protection coverage by some margin.

Wildcard

8/10

Non-AMG versions of the Mercedes-Benz GLE offer the quintessential luxury SUV experience. They might not have the most over-the-top styling or personality, but they tick every box they otherwise need to.

Which GLE-Class trim does Edmunds recommend?

You might have a hard time picking a GLE because there are so many versions. But you won't go wrong with the GLE 450. The extra power from its six-cylinder engine is more fitting for a midsize luxury SUV than the GLE 350's. The optional Driver Assistance package is also a near must-have.

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Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class models

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE comes in seven trim levels: GLE 350, GLE 350 4Matic, GLE 450 4Matic GLE 450e 4Matic, GLE 580 4Matic, AMG GLE 53 4Matic and AMG GLE 63 S 4Matic. Every GLE uses a nine-speed automatic transmission and all trims include standard all-wheel drive except for the GLE 350, which can be had with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. A mild hybrid system is also included on all trims except the GLE 450e 4Matic, which is a plug-in hybrid. Seating for five passengers is standard, but a third row can be optioned that expands capacity to seven passengers on all trims except the GLE 450e 4Matic and the AMG models. The related GLE Coupe is reviewed separately on Edmunds. Keep reading for our breakdown of each trim's significant features and options.

GLE 350 and GLE 350 4Matic
Starts off the GLE lineup with:

Turbocharged four-cylinder engine (255 hp, 295 lb-ft)
19-inch wheels
Heated, power-adjustable front seats
Power liftgate
Sunroof
Synthetic leather upholstery (MB-Tex)
12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen
12.3-inch digital instrument panel
Integrated navigation system
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
Wireless smartphone charging
Dual-zone climate control
LED headlights

Every GLE also comes with these driver assist features:

Forward collision warning with automatic braking (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Blind-spot warning (alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot)
Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the GLE and its surroundings in tight parking situations)
Driver attention warning (issues an alert if sensors determine you are becoming fatigued)
Automatic high beams
Parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking)

GLE 450 4Matic
The GLE 450 has the same features as the GLE 350 but comes with a more powerful turbocharged six-cylinder engine (375 hp, 369 lb-ft).

GLE 450e 4Matic
The GLE 450e is a plug-in hybrid. It swaps the GLE 450's V6 for a turbocharged four-cylinder and hybrid componentry and produces a total system output of 381 hp. The EPA says the GLE 450e can drive 49 miles on a single charge, but in our testing we found it capable of going nearly 60 miles on a single charge.

GLE 580 4Matic
Ups performance and luxury with:

Turbocharged V8 (510 hp, 538 lb-ft)
Adaptive air suspension (adjusts to improve ride comfort and handling; can also raise or lower the vehicle's ride height)
20-inch wheels
Ventilated front seats
Burmester premium audio system

AMG GLE 53 4Matic
Focuses on performance and adds luxury touches with:

Turbocharged six-cylinder engine (429 hp, 413 lb-ft)
20-inch AMG wheels
Upgraded brakes
Sporty AMG exterior and interior trim
AMG performance exhaust system
Leather upholstery
Burmester surround-sound system
Panoramic sunroof

AMG GLE 63 S
Maximizes performance and builds on the AMG GLE 53's features with:

Turbocharged V8 (603 hp, 627 lb-ft)
21-inch wheels
Electronic limited-slip rear differential (for enhanced traction)
Heated and cooled cupholders
Head-up display
Active headlights
Massaging front seats
Air-balance package (air purification plus fragrance)

The GLE is also offered with a wide range of options packages. Highlights include:

3rd-Row Seat package

Third-row seats
Upgraded second-row seats with power adjustment

Driver Assistance package

Adaptive cruise control (adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the vehicle and the car in front)
Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)
Evasive steering assistance (enhances the forward collision mitigation system with steering-based collision avoidance)

Warmth and Comfort package

Rapid-heating front seats
Heated front armrests and upper door panels

Exclusive Trim package

Ventilated front seats
Burmester premium sound system

Pinnacle Trim package

Features from the Exclusive Trim package
Upgraded front seats with ventilation and massage
Air balance package (air purification plus fragrance)
Rapid heating front seats
Head-up display
MBUX interior voice assistant

Other key stand-alone options include:

Premium leather upholstery
Four-zone climate control
Trailer hitch
Heated rear seats
Power soft-closing doors
Trailer maneuvering assist system

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2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class

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2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Review

Pros

Cons

What's new

Overview

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Competitors to consider

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Performance

Comfort

Interior

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Technology

Storage

Fuel Economy

Value

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