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Mercedes-Benz GLE

SUV · Petrol

362 bhp
Power
750 Nm
Torque
9–16 kmpl
Mileage · ARAI

Variant

5 variants
Ex-showroom · GLE 450d ₹1.17 Crore
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The Spec'd take

Why it stands out

  • 9 airbags standard across the range
  • Genuine 3-engine choice, including a 750 Nm diesel rare at this price point
  • 5 real variants including Night Edition cosmetic trims on both the 300d and 450

Worth knowing

  • Petrol GLE 450s 9 kmpl mileage means genuinely high running costs
  • 7-seat practicality comes with a real size and maneuverability tradeoff in city driving

Performance

GLE 450d
362bhp
750Nm
0-100 km/h6.9 sec (GLE 300d) / 5.6 sec
Top speed225 km/h (GLE 300d)
DriveAWD
GearboxAutomatic

Engine options

Diesel
Diesel 265 bhp 550 Nm
Petrol 375 bhp
9–16kmpl
Mileage · ARAI

2.0L 4-Cylinder Turbo Diesel · 85-litre tank

About 770 km on a full tank, at the claimed mileage

Mileage of every version and fuel cost

Safety

5 stars, Euro NCAP 2019 (rating now expired)

Adult34.9 / 38
Child44.2 / 49
9 airbags Level 2 ADAS Tyre pressure monitor Stability control ISOFIX

Space

Boot630 L
Seats
Ground clearance180 mm

Price

GLE 450d
₹1.17 Crore
Ex-showroom
On-road, Mumbai₹1.33 Crore
EMI, 20% down, 5 years₹1.97 Lakh / month

Loan at 9.5% a year. Insurance in the on-road figure is an estimate.

Cabin & tech

Mercedes-Benz GLE, interior
  • TouchscreenDual 12.3-inch High-Definition Widescreen Displays:…
  • Driver display12.3-inch Full Digital High-Definition Driver Information…
  • AudioBurmester Surround Sound System
  • SunroofPanoramic Sliding Dual-Pane Glass Sunroof with Power…
  • Climate control4-Zone Automatic Climate Control THERMOTRONIC with…

Photos

7 photosExterior, Interior, Lifestyle, 5 colours

Dimensions

2,995 mm4,924 mm1,797 mm
Length4,924 mm
Width2,010 mm
Height1,797 mm
Wheelbase2,995 mm
Kerb weight2,165 kg - 2,310 kg

The Spec'd real-world audit

Highway Mileage / Range
Real-World: User-reported real-world mileage around 11 kmpl in mixed use (CarWale)
Claimed: 9-16 kmpl - ARAI
Safety
5 stars, Euro NCAP 2019 (rating now expired)
9 airbags · Level 2 ADAS

Vehicle Details

Variant / Trim GLE 300d 4MATIC / GLE 450 4MATIC / GLE 450d 4MATIC (LWB SUV)
Body Type Executive Mid-Size Luxury SUV
Seating Capacity 5 Seats

Engine & Performance

Fuel Type Petrol / Diesel
Displacement 1,993 cc (2.0L Diesel GLE 300d) / 2,999 cc (3.0L In-line 6 Petrol GLE 450) / 2,989 cc (3.0L In-line 6 Diesel GLE 450d)
Engine Config 2.0L 4-Cylinder Turbo Diesel (269 PS & 550 Nm) / 3.0L In-line 6 Turbo Petrol (381 PS & 500 Nm) / 3.0L In-line 6 Twin-Turbo Diesel (367 PS & 750 Nm) with 48V ISG
Max Power 269 PS (265 bhp) @ 4,200 rpm (GLE 300d) / 381 PS (375 bhp) @ 5,800 rpm (GLE 450) / 367 PS (362 bhp) @ 4,000 rpm (GLE 450d) + 20 PS 48V Boost
Max Torque 550 Nm @ 1,800-2,200 rpm (GLE 300d) / 500 Nm @ 1,600-4,500 rpm (GLE 450) / 750 Nm @ 1,350-2,800 rpm (GLE 450d)
Drivetrain 4MATIC Permanent All-Wheel Drive with Fully Variable Torque on Demand (0-100% split between axles)
0-100 6.9 sec (GLE 300d) / 5.6 sec (GLE 450) / 5.6 sec (GLE 450d)
Top Speed 225 km/h (GLE 300d) / 250 km/h (GLE 450 & 450d)
Mileage 15.30 kmpl (GLE 300d) / 11.80 kmpl (GLE 450) / 14.10 kmpl (GLE 450d ARAI)

Transmission & Hybrid

Transmission 9G-TRONIC 9-Speed Torque Converter Automatic Transmission
Gears 9
Paddles Yes (Steering wheel paddles)
Hybrid 48V Mild-Hybrid System (MHEV with 2nd-Gen Integrated Starter Generator on all engine variants)

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Front Brakes Ventilated Disc Brakes (Front 375 mm with 4-Piston Calipers)
Rear Brakes Ventilated Disc Brakes (Rear 345 mm)
Front Suspension Double Wishbone Front Axle with AIRMATIC Air Suspension & Adaptive Damping System ADS+ (Standard on GLE 450/450d)
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Independent Rear Suspension with AIRMATIC Air Suspension (Auto self-leveling & load lowering button in boot)
Wheel Type 20-inch 5-Twin-Spoke Light Alloy Wheels (GLE 450/450d) / 19-inch Alloys (GLE 300d)
Tyre Size 275/50 R20 (Front & Rear) / 255/50 R19
Spare Wheel Space Saver Spare Wheel in luggage compartment

Dimensions & Capacities

Length 4,924 mm
Width 2,010 mm (2,157 mm with mirrors)
Height 1,797 mm
Wheelbase 2,995 mm (Class-leading wheelbase)
Ground Clearance 180 mm - 235 mm (Adjustable ride height via AIRMATIC Air Suspension +60 mm / -40 mm)
Kerb Weight 2,165 kg - 2,310 kg
Boot Space 630 Litres (expandable to 2,055 L with flat-folding rear seats)
Fuel Tank 85 Litres
Turning Radius 6.0 m

Safety & ADAS

NCAP Rating 5 stars, Euro NCAP (2019). Adult occupant 34.9/38, child occupant 44.2/49. Euro NCAP ratings last six years, and this one expired on 1 January 2026.
Airbags 9 Airbags Standard (Dual front, front/rear side thorax, full-length curtain, driver knee airbag)
ESP/TC Yes (ESP with Trailer Stability Assist, Downhill Speed Regulation DSR, Off-Road ABS, Pre-Safe System, Crosswind Assist)
ADAS Level 2 ADAS (Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC, Active Steering Assist, Active Brake Assist with Cross-Traffic, Active Blind Spot, Evasive Steering)
Camera 360-Degree Surround View HD Camera with 'Transparent Bonnet' Off-Road View & Active Parking Assist PARKTRONIC
TPMS Yes (Direct Active TPMS with real-time pressure & temperature readout for all wheels)
ISOFIX Yes (Rear outer seats with ISOFIX)

Interior & Infotainment

Touchscreen Dual 12.3-inch High-Definition Widescreen Displays: 12.3-inch Touchscreen with MBUX Gen 7 & Off-Road Cockpit Menus
Digital Cluster 12.3-inch Full Digital High-Definition Driver Information Cockpit with Customizable Displays & Head-Up Display (HUD on GLE 450/450d)
CarPlay/Android Auto Wireless Apple CarPlay & Wireless Android Auto
Connected Tech Mercedes me connect Suite with OTA Software Updates, Remote AC Pre-cooling, Geofencing, Vehicle Tracking
Audio System Burmester Surround Sound System (13 speakers 590W output with 9-channel amplifier & DSP)
Sunroof Panoramic Sliding Dual-Pane Glass Sunroof with Power Roller Blind
Seat Features Electrically Adjustable Front & Rear Seats with Memory Function (3 Slots) + Ventilated & Heated Front Seats in Rough Nappa Leather
Climate Control 4-Zone Automatic Climate Control THERMOTRONIC with B-pillar rear AC vents & AIR-BALANCE Fragrance/Ionizer Package
Wireless Charger Yes (Fast Qi Wireless Smartphone Charger in Front Console & Rear Armrest)

Lighting & Exterior

Headlights MULTIBEAM LED Headlights with 84 Individually Controllable LEDs per headlamp & ULTRA RANGE High Beam (up to 650m range)
Tail Lights Full LED Horizontal Tail Lamps with 3D Light Guide Elements
Fog/DRLs Front LED Cornering Fog Lamps, Illuminated Running Boards & Aluminium Roof Rails

Source Notes / Discrepancies

Source Notes Long-wheelbase luxury SUV with 2,995 mm wheelbase, 48V mild hybrid across all engines, 750 Nm twin-turbo diesel, AIRMATIC air suspension, and Burmester audio. Sourced from Mercedes-Benz India, CarWale, and Autocar India.

Colours & Warranty

Colours Available Polar White, Obsidian Black, Selenite Grey, High-Tech Silver, Sodalite Blue, Manufaktur Diamond White Bright
Standard Warranty 3 Years / Unlimited km Comprehensive Factory Warranty
Service Interval 12 Months / 15,000 km

Every variant

5 variants, pick one to see its figures
VariantGearbox and driveEx-showroom
Automatic · AWD₹1 Crore
Automatic · AWD₹1.05 Crore
Automatic · AWD₹1.11 Crore
Automatic · AWD₹1.14 Crore
Best valueAutomatic · AWD₹1.17 Crore

On-road price

Ex-showroom price plus RTO road tax, insurance, and mandatory accessories for your city.

Estimate only. Actual RTO tax, insurance and accessory costs vary by dealer and change with government notifications, so always confirm the final on-road price with your dealer.

Or see the full breakdown for a specific city:

Mumbai, Maharashtra Pune, Maharashtra New Delhi Bengaluru, Karnataka Chennai, Tamil Nadu Hyderabad, Telangana

Daily running cost

5-year cost to own

Purchase price plus 5 years of fuel and maintenance, minus estimated resale value.

Mercedes-Benz GLE: quick answers

Mercedes-Benz GLE price in India starts at ₹1 Crore ex-showroom, about ₹1.11 Crore on-road in New Delhi. Our pick for value is the GLE 450d.

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What is the on-road price of the Mercedes-Benz GLE?

For the GLE 300d 4MATIC AMG Line, the cheapest version, it starts at about ₹1.11 Crore in New Delhi, with road tax, insurance and FASTag included. Elsewhere: Mumbai ₹1.14 Crore, Pune ₹1.14 Crore, Bengaluru ₹1.19 Crore, Chennai ₹1.21 Crore, Hyderabad ₹1.22 Crore.

Which Mercedes-Benz GLE version is the best value?

Our pick is the GLE 450d, at ₹1.17 Crore ex-showroom. Over the version below it, it adds 3.0L inline-six diesel engine, 750 Nm peak torque.

What mileage does the Mercedes-Benz GLE give?

Up to 16 kmpl. That is the ARAI figure; day-to-day mileage is usually lower. See every version's mileage and fuel cost

What is the Mercedes-Benz GLE's crash test rating?

It scored 5 stars from Euro NCAP in 2019, but the programme's ratings last six years and this one has expired. It comes with 9 airbags and Level 2 ADAS.

What are the Mercedes-Benz GLE's main rivals?

The BMW X5, Volvo XC90 and Audi Q7. See it side by side with the BMW X5.

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