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Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class SUV
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class SUV
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$69,500
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Mercedes-Benz R-Class
2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
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$52,690
Starting Price (MSRP)
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Overview

Engine
3.0L Turbo Inline-6 Gas
Engine
3.5L V6 Gas
Transmission
9-Speed Automatic
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 19 MPG
Hwy: 26 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 16 MPG
Hwy: 21 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
22.5 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
21.1 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
6 seater

Photos

Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class SUV
Rear Angle View
Dashboard
17
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Mercedes-Benz R-Class
2011-2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Rear Angle View
2011-2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
3.0L Turbo Inline-6 Gas
3.5L V6 Gas
Horsepower
375 hp @ 5800 rpm
302 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque
369 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
273 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm
Transmission
9-Speed Automatic
7-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
5,060 lbs
5,622 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
7,700 lbs
N/A
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
22 MPG
18 MPG
City
19 MPG
16 MPG
Highway
26 MPG
21 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
8.0 Tons/yr
10.2 Tons/yr
EPA rating
N/A
3

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
22.5 gallons
21.1 gallons
Cruising Range City
427.5 miles
337.6 miles
Cruising Range Highway
585 miles
443.1 miles

Battery Range & Charge Times

Battery Size
1 kWh
N/A

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
193.9 in
203.1 in
Height
70.8 in
65.4 in
Max Width
79.1 in
85.4 in
Front Width
66.1 in
65.5 in
Rear Width
68 in
65 in
Wheelbase
117.9 in
126.6 in
Ground Clearance
8 in
5.8 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
6 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
40.3 in
39.8 in
Front Seat Headroom
42.3 in
39.8 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
59.3 in
60.3 in
Front Seat Hip Room
60.8 in
N/A
Rear Seat Leg Room
40.9 in
36.2 in
Rear Seat Headroom
40.4 in
40.4 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
58.3 in
59.6 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
59.8 in
N/A
Third Row Leg Room
N/A
32.4 in
Third Row Headroom
N/A
37.2 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
N/A
52.8 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
74.9 ft³
85 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
33.3 ft³
42.2 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
33.3 ft³
15.2 ft³

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Width (Wheelhousings)
N/A
44.5 in
Box Height (Area)
35 in
N/A

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Pwr Rack-&-Pinion
Turning Diameter
N/A
41 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
19" x 8"
19" x 8.0"
Rear Wheel Size
19" x 8"
19" x 8.0"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Double Wishbone
Independent
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P255/50HR19
P255/50R19
Rear Tire
P255/50HR19
P255/50R19
Spare Tire
Compact
P195/75R18

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Black
  • Cirrus Silver Metallic
  • Emerald Green Metallic
  • Obsidian Black Metallic
  • Polar White
  • Selenite Grey Metallic
  • Twilight Blue Metallic
N/A

Optional Exterior Colors

  • MANUFAKTUR Alpine Grey
  • MANUFAKTUR Cardinal Red Metallic
  • MANUFAKTUR Diamond White Metallic, Build Out: 01/01/2024
  • MANUFAKTUR Moonlight White Metallic, Late availability.
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Bahia Brown/Black, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • Black, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • Black, Nappa Leather Seat Trim
  • Macchiato/Black, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • White/Black, Nappa Leather Seat Trim
  • Almond Beige, MB-Tex seat trim
  • Ash, MB-Tex seat trim
  • Black, MB-Tex seat trim

Optional Interior Materials

  • Bahia Brown/Black, Leather Seat Trim
  • Black, Leather Seat Trim
  • Catalana Beige/Black, Leather Seat Trim
  • Macchiato/Black, Leather Seat Trim
  • Black, Exclusive Nappa Leather Seat Trim
  • Almond Beige, Leather seat trim
  • Almond Beige/Black, Leather seat trim
  • Ash, Leather seat trim
  • Ash/Black, Leather seat trim
  • Black, Leather seat trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Not Available
Standard
Premium Sound System
Optional
Optional
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Optional
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
Entertainment System
Not Available
Optional
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Optional
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Standard
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Not Available
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Head-Up Display
Optional
Not Available
Navigation System
Standard
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Liftgate
Standard
Optional
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Optional
Not Available
Automatic Parking
Standard
Not Available
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Standard
Not Available
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Optional
Heated Rear Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Heated Steering Wheel
Optional
Optional
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Optional
Seat Memory
Standard
Optional
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Standard
Seat-Massage
Optional
Not Available
Rear A/C
Optional
Optional
Keyless Start
Standard
Optional
Telematics
Standard
Optional

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Optional
Rear Parking Aid
Not Available
Optional
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Optional
Lane Departure Warning
Optional
Not Available
Lane Keeping Assist
Optional
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Optional
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Hybrid/Electric Components
8 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Unlimited Years / Unlimited Miles
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