Mercedes-Benz Launch GLE SUV In India At Rs. 96.4 Lakh

Mercedes-Benz GLE Design And Features

The updated Mercedes-Benz GLE for the Indian market gets a revamped front end with slimmer LED headlamps, twin and single-slat grille based on the variant, new alloy wheels, and revised rear bumper and taillights. Other highlights include roof rails, side steps and black ORVM covers.

Inside the cabin of the new GLE, you’ll find a new S-Class derived steering wheel and Mercedes’ latest MBUX infotainment system that supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The new GLE also gets revised air vents and ambient lighting as well as a 4-zone climate control as standard.

Notable features of 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE facelift: 

• Electrically adjustable front and rear seats
• Ventilated and powered front seats with massage function
• 360-degree parking camera
• Electronically operated sun blinds
• Panoramic sunroof
• Wireless charger
• Transparent bonnet function
• Full-colour head-up display

There are three different upholstery packages to choose from while the off-road package is part of the options list.

Mercedes-Benz GLE Powertrain

Powering the new GLE facelift are 3 engine options - a 2.0-litre turbo diesel, a 3.0-litre turbo diesel and a 3.0-litre turbo petrol. All engines now come with a 48V mild hybrid system as standard that produces 20PS of power and 200Nm of torque when required. 

The 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbo diesel puts out 269PS of power and 550Nm of torque, while the 3.0-litre 6-cylinder turbo diesel produces 367PS of power and 700Nm of torque. 

The 3.0-litre 6-cylinder turbo petrol churns out 380PS of power and 500nm of torque. All engines come with an 8-speed automatic transmission and 4MATIC all-wheel drive (AWD) as standard.

Mercedes-Benz GLE Variants And Prices

The Mercedes-Benz GLE is available in 3 variants and you can check out their ex-showroom prices below:

• GLE 300d 4MATIC - Rs. 96.4 lakh
• GLE 400d 4MATIC - Rs. 1.1 crore
• GLE 450 4MATIC - Rs. 1.15 crore

In India, the Mercedes-Benz GLE competes with SUVs such as the BMW X5, Audi Q7 and the Volvo X90.