Used 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE for Sale nearAppleton, WI

How much does the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE cost?

Prices have softened 12.39% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 1,777 listings available, which gives you a solid pool of options to compare.

Is the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE a good car?

Yes — the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE earns a 4.57/5 user rating and a 6.83/10 expert rating. The model scores 8/10 across Look and feel and Form and function.

Owners consistently praise its luxurious feel, smooth ride, spacious interior, and modern technology. Those themes line up with the GLE’s use case as a refined luxury SUV for families and road trips, especially if you want comfort and cabin space over a sporty personality.

The trade-offs are clear: the expert review calls out frustrating safety tech and sluggish performance, and the technology can feel unintuitive at times. Even so, 36.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals, so you have room to shop selectively.

Is the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE reliable?

Owners rate it 4.57/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner summary points to a dependable-feeling SUV with a luxurious cabin, smooth ride, and strong everyday appeal. It also emphasizes the spacious interior and modern technology, which are the kinds of traits that usually support confidence in long-term ownership.

The expert review reinforces that impression by describing the GLE as quiet and comfortable, with a polished, premium character. Mercedes also offers maintenance-friendly ownership touches on some packages, including a first scheduled maintenance visit that is on the house.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is less about outright durability and more about living with complex technology and expensive luxury-SUV upkeep.

What should I look for when buying a used 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 81.9% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still run a history report on every candidate and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially on higher-optioned examples. Focus on how the cabin electronics, driver-assistance features, and powertrain behave in real use, since the review points to technology and performance quirks.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base GLE 350 starts with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine and 255 horsepower, while options can quickly add luxury features such as leather upholstery, massage seats, heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, power rear-window blinds, and 4-zone climate control. The base setup is well equipped, but many of the most appealing comfort and convenience features are optional.
• Powertrain: The GLE 350 uses a turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder with 255 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque. It is smooth and strong once rolling, but it can feel sluggish from a stop and show noticeable turbo lag.
• Safety package: The Driver Assistance Package Plus adds autonomous safety features and strong Level 2 capability, but the surround-view camera system is separate. Standard safety tech includes adaptive cruise, auto braking, blind-spot monitoring, and lane-keep assist.
• Infotainment: The cabin centers on two 12.3-inch screens and the MBUX infotainment system, with wireless charging, a head-up display, augmented-reality navigation, and the MBUX interior assistant available through packages. The system is advanced, but it can feel deep and distracting at first.
• Fuel efficiency: The AWD GLE 350 returns 19 mpg city, 26 highway, and 22 combined.

Which 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE trim should I buy?

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE is offered in 1 trim level: GLE 350.

Here's the short version:

The GLE 350: is the trim to focus on if you want the redesigned GLE’s core strengths — a quiet cabin, roomy interior, and strong technology foundation — without chasing the pricier option packages. It is the best-value path for most shoppers because it delivers the new-generation experience at the lowest entry point, while still leaving room to add comfort and tech features if you want them.

The safety package is not standard, so make sure any used example you consider has the driver-assistance equipment you want.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE?

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, so you can shop with some leverage if you compare listings carefully.

• Deal availability: 36.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,777 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 12.39% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 81.9% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $27,336, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE's resale value?

The current average of $27,336 sits slightly below last year's $31,202.

That decline suggests the market has already adjusted downward, which can help you buy at a more favorable entry point today. For a future seller, it also means resale value may depend heavily on condition, mileage, and equipment rather than broad market momentum alone.

Because the GLE is a luxury SUV with strong owner satisfaction, well-kept examples should continue to attract interest. Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.57/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE safe?

It earns a 5/10 safety score from our experts.

The safety tech suite includes adaptive cruise, auto braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keep assist, Attention Assist, and Seat Kinetics. The Driver Assistance Package Plus adds autonomous safety features and strong Level 2 capability, but the surround-view camera system is separate.

The expert review also flags a meaningful caveat: the system can be frustrating and unpredictable at speed, with lane wandering and overcorrection that make it hard to trust on longer drives. That means the GLE’s safety hardware is extensive, but you should test the driver-assistance behavior carefully before you buy.

Should I buy a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2020 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2020 if:

• 36.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 81.9% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 12.39% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.57/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The redesign brings a roomier cabin, newer MBUX technology, and a quieter, more comfortable driving experience.

Consider the 2021 if:

• At $38,460, the 2021 costs more than the current year's $27,336 average.
• It adds brand-new GLE Coupe variants and leans even harder into comfort and technology.

The bottom line: If you want the best value, the 2020 is the smarter buy because it delivers the redesigned GLE experience at a much lower average price. If you want the newest version and are willing to pay more, the 2021 is the better path; price-sensitive buyers should stay focused on the 2020 and shop carefully for a clean, well-equipped example.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 29, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.