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A roomy long distance cruiser, and a supremely comfy limo
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7/10

'From' prices stated are for the lowest priced version of the car. Price may vary based on the selected version.

Standard kit

  • Android Auto
    Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
  • Apple CarPlay
    Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
  • Climate control
    Automatically keeps the cabin at a set temperature, rather than a manual heater dial.
  • Cruise control
    Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
  • Heated seats
    Warms the seat itself on cold mornings.
  • Leather seats
    Leather (or leather-look) seat upholstery instead of cloth.
  • Navigation
    Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
  • Parking Camera
    A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
  • Parking Sensors
    Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
  • Touchscreen infotainment
    A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.

Key information

Body type SUVs
Available fuel types Diesel
Number of seats 5
Boot space, seats up 630 litres (5+ suitcases)
Boot space, seats down 2,055 litres
External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,954 mm x 2,018 mm x ?? mm
Towing capacity 2,700 kg
First year tax rate £2,270
Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
41.5 mpg
Drive type Four wheel drive
Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
Group 45 · very high
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Drivetrain & power

Engine name GLE 300d 4Matic 9G-Tronic
Engine size 2.0 L Diesel • 269 BHP
Body type SUVs
Fuel type Diesel
Transmission Automatic
Drive type Four wheel drive
Forward gears 9
Acceleration 6.9 s (0-60 mph)

Dimensions & space

Number of seats 5
Number of doors 5
Boot (seats up) 630 litres
Boot (seats down) 2,055 litres
Length 4,954 mm
Width 2,018 mm
Wheelbase 3.0 m
Turning circle 12.4 m

Full features list

  • Artico man made leather/Microcut microfibre - Black
  • Manufaktur metallic paint
  • Manufaktur solid paint
  • AMG Line exterior
  • AMG bodystyling rear aprons, side skirts in polished aluminium
  • Adaptive brake lights
  • Auto headlights
  • Automatically dimming rear view mirror and driver's exterior mirror
  • Black roof rails
  • Body coloured bumpers
  • Electric windows with one touch opening/closing and obstruction sensors
  • Electrically adjustable, heated, folding exterior mirrors
  • Exterior styling - front bumper, radiator grille and front air intakes
  • Heat insulating privacy glass
  • LED 3rd brake light
  • LED daytime running light signet
  • LED rear lights
  • Magic vision control
  • Metallic paint
  • Multibeam LED headlights with adaptive highbeam assist plus
  • Radiator grille with integrated star, single louvre in gloss black with chrome trim
  • Radio aerial integrated into rear window
  • Rain sensing windscreen wipers
  • Rear side wing doors
  • Rear wiper
  • Roof rail system
  • Transparent Bonnet
  • Visible twin pipe exhaust system integrated into bumper
  • 3 seat bench in 2nd row
  • 3 spoke flat bottomed Multifunction sports steering wheel in nappa leather
  • 4 way adjustable front head restraints and 2 way rear head restraints
  • 4 way lumbar support for driver and front passenger
  • 40:20:40 split folding rear seats
  • AMG floor mats
  • AMG line interior
  • Artico man made leather/Microcut microfibre upholstery
  • Black fabric roof liner
  • Dividing net for luggage compartment partitioning and occupant protection
  • Electric height/reach adjustable steering column
  • Electrically adjustable front seats with memory function
  • Front centre armrest with stowage compartment and illuminated grab handles
  • Gearshift paddles on steering wheel
  • Glove compartment - lockable, air conditioned and illuminated
  • Heated front seats
  • Illuminated vanity mirrors
  • Interior lighting - 64 colour Ambient lighting
  • Luggage compartment cover
  • Seat occupancy sensor for front passenger seat
  • Single front passenger seat
  • Sports pedals in brushed stainless steel with rubber studs
  • Steering column gear selector
  • Sunvisors
  • THERMATIC 2 zone automatic climate control
  • Touchpad
  • Active bonnet
  • Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
  • Black seat belts
  • Childproof locks manually operated for rear doors and electrically operated for rear power windows
  • Drivers knee airbag
  • Dual stage airbags - driver and front passenger, sidebag, and front and rear window airbags
  • Electronic parking brake
  • Electronic stability programme (ESP) with curve dynamic assist and cross wind assist
  • First aid kit, warning triangle and high visibility jacket
  • ISOFIX child seat points with automatic child seat recognition
  • Perforated front brake discs and brake calipers with Mercedes-Benz lettering
  • Pre-Safe anticipatory safety system
  • Three point rear seat belts
  • Tyre pressure monitoring system
  • Alarm system/interior protection/immobiliser
  • Central locking with interior switch, automatic locking and crash sensor with emergency opening function
  • Chrome surround in electric key
  • Guard 360 degree vehicle protection plus
  • 12.3 High resolution wide screen cockpit display with choice of three display styles Classic, Progressive or Sport and unique ambient lighting setting
  • 360 degree view camera
  • Active brake assist - Distance and collision warning with autonomous emergency braking
  • Active lane keeping assist
  • Active parking assist with PARKTRONIC
  • Attention assist
  • Blind spot assist
  • Brake wear warning display
  • DYNAMIC SELECT with a choice of driving modes (ECO, Comfort, Sport and Individual)
  • Direct steer speed sensitive steering
  • ECO start/stop function
  • Easy-pack tailgate - Powered opening/closing automatically
  • Hard-disk navigation
  • MBUX augmented reality for navigation
  • MBUX voice control activated by keywords "Hey Mercedes"
  • Mercedes Benz emergency call system
  • Mercedes me connect - vehicle set up and monitoring
  • Outside temperature display
  • Pre-installation for digital key transfer
  • Service indicator (Active Service System)
  • Speedtronic cruise control with speed limiter
  • Status display for rear seat belts in instrument cluster
  • Traffic sign assist
  • Trip computer in multifunction display showing current fuel consumption
  • Wireless charging
  • Wireless smartphone integration including Apple CarPlay and Android auto
  • Additional USB connection
  • Bluetooth interface for hands free and audio streaming
  • Burmester surround sound system
  • DAB digital radio tuner
  • Front and rear USB ports
  • Sound personalisation
  • 48V Technology
  • 4MATIC all wheel drive system for all weather traction
  • 85 litre fuel tank
  • 9G TRONIC 9 speed automatic transmission
  • Airmatic air suspension with adaptive damping system
  • Diesel particulate filter (DPF)
  • Mild Hybrid starter alternator
  • 21" AMG 5 twin spoke light alloy wheels painted in black with high sheen finish
  • TIREFIT with tyre inflation compressor
  • Keyless go comfort package - GLE
  • Night package - GLE
  • Brushed aluminium trim elements
  • Dashboard and door beltlines in ARTICO man made leather with contrast top stitching

'From' prices stated are for the lowest priced version of the car. Price may vary based on the selected version.

*Please contact the dealer for a personalised quote, including terms and conditions. Quote is subject to dealer requirements, including status and availability. Illustrations are based on personal contract hire, 9 month upfront fee, 48 month term and 8000 miles annually, VAT included.