New & Used 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE for Sale nearManassas, VA
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Only show listings that include dealer fees- Year:
- 2026
- Make:
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model:
- GLE
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 603 hp 4L V8
- Exterior color:
- Obsidian Black Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 17 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 9-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 5,687
- Stock #:
- BB524477
- VIN:
- 4JGFB8KB9TB524477


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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE
AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+
5,687 mi
$107,990
- Year:
- 2026
- Make:
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model:
- GLE
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 255 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Obsidian Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 22 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 9-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 16,490
- Stock #:
- 559738A
- VIN:
- 4JGFB4FB6TB559738

-$1,595
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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE
350 4MATIC
16,490 mi
$56,490
$54,895
- Year:
- 2026
- Make:
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model:
- GLE
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 255 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Obsidian Black Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 22 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 9-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 8,485
- Stock #:
- S2713
- VIN:
- 4JGFB4FB2TB502047

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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE
350 4MATIC
8,485 mi
$62,680
- Year:
- 2026
- Make:
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model:
- GLE
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 255 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Polar White
- Combined gas mileage:
- 22 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Bahia Brown/Black
- Transmission:
- 9-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 6,984
- Stock #:
- BB623493
- VIN:
- 4JGFB4FB5TB623493

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE
350 4MATIC
6,984 mi
$61,990
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model:
- GLE
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 255 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 22 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 9-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 27,668
- Stock #:
- BV2770
- VIN:
- 4JGFB4FB6SB468130

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE
350 4MATIC
27,668 mi
$46,300
- Year:
- 2026
- Make:
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model:
- GLE
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 255 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Cirrus Silver Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 22 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 5,325
- Stock #:
- BB510298
- VIN:
- 4JGFB4FB1TB510298

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE
350 4MATIC
5,325 mi
$58,990
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model:
- GLE
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 255 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Obsidian Black Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 22 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 9-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 19,312
- Stock #:
- 475431
- VIN:
- 4JGFB4FB0SB475431

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE
350 4MATIC
19,312 mi
$47,784
- Year:
- 2026
- Make:
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model:
- GLE
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 255 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 22 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 9-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 8,382
- Stock #:
- S2711
- VIN:
- 4JGFB4FB0TB512897

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE
350 4MATIC
8,382 mi
$59,680
- Year:
- 2026
- Make:
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model:
- GLE
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 255 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Obsidian Black Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 22 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 9-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 4,567
- Stock #:
- R497297A
- VIN:
- 4JGFB4FB9TB497297

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE
350 4MATIC
4,567 mi
$63,663
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model:
- GLE
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Cirrus Silver Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 20 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Classic Red/Black
- Transmission:
- 9-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 9,295
- Stock #:
- MB261578B
- VIN:
- 4JGFD6BB9SB294324

-$2,000
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE
AMG GLE 53 4MATIC+
9,295 mi
$82,680
$80,680
- Year:
- 2026
- Make:
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model:
- GLE
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 22 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 9-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 7,787
- Stock #:
- UMC7475
- VIN:
- 4JGFB5KB0TB500180

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE
450 4MATIC
7,787 mi
$68,979
- Year:
- 2026
- Make:
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model:
- GLE
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 255 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Selenite Gray
- Combined gas mileage:
- 22 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Macchiato/Black
- Transmission:
- 9-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 8,027
- Stock #:
- R569477A
- VIN:
- 4JGFB4FBXTB569477

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE
350 4MATIC
8,027 mi
$62,988
- Year:
- 2026
- Make:
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model:
- GLE
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 255 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Cirrus Silver Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 22 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Macchiato/Black
- Transmission:
- 9-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 4,496
- Stock #:
- R571700A
- VIN:
- 4JGFB4FB8TB571700

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE
350 4MATIC
4,496 mi
$63,690
CarGurus Analysis:
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE
With 3,096 currently listed for sale and an average price of $68,734, 34.5% of 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLEs for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.
Favorably reviewed: CarGurus experts gave it a 6.67 / 10.
97.6% of 2026 GLE models on CarGurus are accident free.
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model:
- GLE
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Cirrus Silver Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 22 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Bahia Brown/Black
- Transmission:
- 9-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 12,446
- Stock #:
- BB422266
- VIN:
- 4JGFB5KB5SB422266

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE
450 4MATIC
12,446 mi
$65,990
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model:
- GLE
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 255 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Cirrus Silver Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 22 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 9-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 13,093
- Stock #:
- BB413964
- VIN:
- 4JGFB4FB0SB413964

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE
350 4MATIC
13,093 mi
$52,990
- Year:
- 2026
- Make:
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model:
- GLE
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 255 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 22 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 9-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 6,974
- Stock #:
- GAL16176
- VIN:
- 4JGFB4FB9TB505902

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE
350 4MATIC
6,974 mi
$57,514
- Year:
- 2026
- Make:
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model:
- GLE
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 255 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Cirrus Silver
- Combined gas mileage:
- 22 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Macchiato/Black
- Transmission:
- 9-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 5,926
- Stock #:
- R568231A
- VIN:
- 4JGFB4FB6TB568231

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE
350 4MATIC
5,926 mi
$63,789
- Year:
- 2026
- Make:
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model:
- GLE
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 255 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Polar White
- Combined gas mileage:
- 22 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 9-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 18,475
- Stock #:
- TB563558
- VIN:
- 4JGFB4FB2TB563558

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE
350 4MATIC
18,475 mi
$52,799
- Year:
- 2026
- Make:
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model:
- GLE
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 255 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Obsidian Black Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 22 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 9-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 9,156
- Stock #:
- S2706
- VIN:
- 4JGFB4FB2TB509354

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE
350 4MATIC
9,156 mi
$60,680
- Year:
- 2026
- Make:
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model:
- GLE
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 22 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 9-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 4,067
- Stock #:
- UMC7493
- VIN:
- 4JGFB5KB7TB608991

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE
450 4MATIC
4,067 mi
$73,680
- Year:
- 2026
- Make:
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model:
- GLE
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 255 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Obsidian Black Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 22 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 9-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 9,920
- Stock #:
- S2704
- VIN:
- 4JGFB4FB5TB509591

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE
350 4MATIC
9,920 mi
$60,680
- Year:
- 2026
- Make:
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model:
- GLE
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Gray
- Combined gas mileage:
- 22 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Gray
- Transmission:
- 9-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 4,306
- Stock #:
- UMC7507
- VIN:
- 4JGFB5KB4TB622010

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE
450 4MATIC
4,306 mi
$73,540
- Year:
- 2026
- Make:
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model:
- GLE
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 255 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 22 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 9-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 8,382
- Stock #:
- S2711
- VIN:
- 4JGFB4FB0TB512897

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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE
350 4MATIC
8,382 mi
$59,680
CarGurus Analysis: 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE
overall
Summary
With 3,096 currently listed for sale and an average price of $68,734, 34.5% of 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLEs for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.
Favorably reviewed: CarGurus experts gave it a 6.67 / 10.
97.6% of 2026 GLE models on CarGurus are accident free.
Why it stands out
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE stays close to Mercedes’ original luxury crossover formula, which helps explain its broad appeal. It is offered in standard and coupe body styles and with four-, six-, and eight-cylinder engines, giving shoppers a wide range of configurations within a familiar midsize SUV package. Mercedes also gives the 2026 model year a standard AMG Line exterior design on the six-cylinder GLE 450, along with a new Manufaktur Edition.
What stands out most about the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE is its mix of premium materials and technology. The cabin is a strong point, and the available powertrains give the SUV a more upscale feel than many mainstream rivals. At the same time, the GLE is not without drawbacks: its styling is uninspired, its ride quality is poor, and advanced safety features are not standard. Even so, it remains a popular choice for buyers who want a luxury SUV that leans heavily into comfort, refinement, and brand appeal.
Other model years to consider
- Average price: $57,057
- Good/great deal percentage: 35.5%
- User rating: 4.8 / 5
- Total listings: 3,328
- Average price: $49,443
- Good/great deal percentage: 35.2%
- User rating: 5 / 5
- Total listings: 3,174
- Average price: $38,498
- Good/great deal percentage: 35.1%
- User rating: 4.5 / 5
- Total listings: 2,592
This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.
*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE Trims
| Trim type | MSRP |
|---|---|
| 350 4MATIC | $64,750 |
| 450 4MATIC | $72,250 |
| 450e 4MATIC | $72,250 |
| 350 RWD | $62,250 |
| 580 4MATIC | $90,000 |
| AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ | $131,800 |
| AMG GLE 53 4MATIC+ | $90,000 |
*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE Price Trends
CarGurus tracks the prices of millions of used car listings every year. See how the average price of 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE prices has changed over time.
See more price trends2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE Pricing Analysis
Pricing by Popular US Cities
Market Area: Nationwide
Key Insights
- Highest-Price Market: Philadelphia, PA leads with an average price of $77,141, indicating a premium market for the GLE in this city.
- Best Value: Houston, TX offers the lowest average price at $64,274, suggesting a more affordable option for buyers in this region.
- Inventory Drives Stability: Atlanta, GA has the most listings at 445, which may contribute to competitive pricing and availability.
City-Level Pricing
| City | Total Listings | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta, GA | 445 | $65,610 |
| Washington, DC | 416 | $70,573 |
| Boston, MA | 351 | $67,573 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 350 | $77,141 |
| Los Angeles, CA | 331 | $70,713 |
| Houston, TX | 328 | $64,274 |
| Chicago, IL | 301 | $72,423 |
| Miami, FL | 295 | $67,112 |
| New York, NY | 279 | $69,833 |
| Dallas, TX | 195 | $70,171 |
Pricing by Trim Packages
Key Insights
- Volume Leader: The 350 4MATIC trim has the highest inventory with 4,124 listings, indicating strong demand for this configuration.
- Premium Spread: The AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ trim is priced at $131,800, showcasing a significant premium over the base trims.
- Drivetrain Effect: All-wheel drive (AWD) trims dominate the listings, with the 350 4MATIC being the most popular option.
Trim-Level Details
| Trim | Listings | MSRP | Drivetrain | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350 4MATIC | 4,124 | $64,750 | AWD | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
| 350 RWD | 1,191 | $62,250 | RWD | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
| 450 4MATIC | 1,076 | $72,250 | AWD | 3.0L 375 hp I6 |
| AMG GLE 53 4MATIC+ | 961 | $90,000 | AWD | 3.0L 429 hp I6 |
| 450e 4MATIC | 307 | $72,250 | AWD | 2.0L 381 hp I4 Hybrid |
| AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ | 248 | $131,800 | AWD | 4.0L 603 hp V8 |
| 580 4MATIC | 133 | $90,000 | AWD | 4.0L 510 hp V8 |
Pricing Analysis by Model Year
Key Insights
- New-Car Premium: The 2026 model year has an average price of $71,510, reflecting a 14.9% premium over its starting MSRP of $62,250.
- Depreciation Curve: The 2016 model year shows the steepest depreciation at -65.1%, indicating significant value loss over time.
- Best Value Sweet Spot: The 2025 model year is priced closely to its MSRP at $61,996, making it a potential sweet spot for value-conscious buyers.
Model Year Pricing
| Model Year | Starting MSRP | Avg Price | Avg Price vs Starting MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $62,250 | $71,510 | +14.9% |
| 2025 | $61,850 | $61,996 | +0.2% |
| 2024 | $62,650 | $57,494 | -8.2% |
| 2023 | $57,700 | $50,858 | -11.9% |
| 2022 | $56,150 | $42,473 | -24.4% |
| 2021 | $54,750 | $39,856 | -27.2% |
| 2020 | $53,700 | $28,179 | -47.5% |
| 2019 | $55,700 | $31,973 | -42.6% |
| 2018 | $52,200 | $20,941 | -59.9% |
| 2017 | $52,000 | $19,367 | -62.8% |
| 2016 | $51,100 | $17,828 | -65.1% |
These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 30, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.
*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.
Is the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE a good car?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE earns an 6.67/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Technology at 9/10.
It fits the luxury midsize SUV role well if you want a familiar, comfort-focused package with broad configuration choice: standard and coupe body styles, plus four-, six-, and eight-cylinder engines. The cabin is a clear highlight, with premium materials and a polished presentation that help the GLE feel upscale.
The trade-offs are real, though. Styling is uninspired, ride quality is poor, and advanced safety features are not standard. Even so, it remains appealing if you value comfort, refinement, and brand cachet over sharp driving dynamics.
Good and great deals account for 34.6% of listings, which suggests a moderate market with some room to shop carefully.
Is the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE reliable?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE is presented as a familiar, long-running luxury SUV formula, and its overall setup emphasizes refinement, comfort, and modern technology. The powertrain is described as strong and the cabin as quiet, which supports the sense that it should be a composed daily driver.
Its 3.0-liter inline-six mild-hybrid setup is described as agreeable for long-distance road trips, and the EPA-rated 21 mpg combined figure for the GLE 450 gives you a useful efficiency benchmark. Mercedes also includes a four-year/50,000-mile warranty with roadside assistance.
For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is that the GLE’s premium complexity and uneven ride tuning can make upkeep and satisfaction more dependent on condition and equipment level.
What should I look for when buying a used 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE?
Accident-free inventory is excellent at 97.5% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
You should still run a history report and verify that the specific vehicle’s equipment matches what you want, especially because some important driver-assistance features are optional. A pre-purchase inspection should focus on suspension behavior, brake feel, and the condition of the cabin electronics and displays. Pay close attention to whether the vehicle has the packages that materially change the ownership experience.
Key things to evaluate:
- Trim level: The base GLE 350 is the least expensive version and is the only one without standard AWD, while the GLE 450 adds the six-cylinder setup and standard AMG Line exterior design. The Manufaktur Edition Package adds exclusive paint, 21-inch wheels, blacked-out trim, a panoramic sunroof, Nappa leather, and the Driver Assistance Package, making it the most feature-rich version discussed here.
- Powertrain: The GLE 450 uses a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine with mild-hybrid technology, paired with a nine-speed automatic. It delivers 375 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque, and the lineup also includes a turbo-four plug-in hybrid with 49 miles of estimated electric-only range.
- Safety package: Standard equipment includes forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitors, rear cross-traffic alert, safe-exit assist, automatic high-beam headlights, Pre-Safe Sound, front and rear sensors, a surround-view camera system, and a semi-automated parking system. The Driver Assistance Package adds adaptive cruise control, lane-keep and centering assist, evasive steering assist, front cross-traffic braking assist, and other speed-management functions.
- Infotainment: The GLE uses twin 12.3-inch displays for the driver and center screen. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, and the system also supports a biometric authentication system and over-the-air connected services through Mercedes Digital Extras.
- Fuel efficiency: The GLE 450 is rated at 21 mpg combined, and the plug-in hybrid offers 49 miles of estimated electric-only range.
Which 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE trim should I buy?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE is offered in 10 trim levels: GLE 350, GLE 450, GLE 450e, AMG GLE 53, AMG GLE 53 Coupe, AMG GLE 63 S, AMG GLE 63 S Coupe, GLE 450 4Matic Coupe, GLE 350 SUV, and AMG GLE 63 S Coupe.
Here's the short version:
- GLE 350: This is the entry point if you want the lowest starting price, but it is also the one trim called out as not having standard AWD. It makes sense if you want the GLE name and basic luxury features without stretching for more equipment.
- GLE 450: This is the best-value choice for most shoppers because it adds the stronger six-cylinder engine, standard AWD, and the AMG Line exterior design. It is the trim that best captures the GLE’s upscale character without jumping into the highest-priced versions.
- GLE 450e: Choose this if you want the plug-in hybrid setup and the estimated 49 miles of electric-only range. It is the most efficiency-focused option mentioned in the data.
- AMG GLE 53: This is for buyers who want a more performance-oriented version of the GLE lineup. The data identifies it as part of the higher-performance family, but the strongest value case still points to the GLE 450.
- AMG GLE 53 Coupe: Pick this if you want the AMG character in the coupe body style. It is the style-first choice among the performance variants.
- AMG GLE 63 S: This is the high-output choice for buyers who want the most powerful standard SUV version discussed here.
- AMG GLE 63 S Coupe: This is the most expensive and most dramatic-looking version in the lineup, combining the coupe body style with the top-end AMG treatment.
- GLE 450 4Matic Coupe: Choose this if you want the six-cylinder GLE with the coupe body style and standard AWD.
- GLE 350 SUV: This is the least expensive standard SUV version and is the simplest path into the lineup.
- AMG GLE 63 S Coupe: This is the top-end coupe choice if you want the most expensive, most aggressive version discussed.
The safety-package note to keep in mind is that many driver-assistance features are reserved for the Driver Assistance Package, so you should prioritize a trim or package combination that includes it.
Is now a good time to buy a used 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE?
This is a moderate market for selective buyers, with enough inventory to compare examples and enough deal activity to reward patience.
- Deal availability: 34.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
- Inventory: There are 3,117 listings available.
- Clean inventory: 97.5% of listings are accident-free.
Is the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE safe?
The GLE earned a Top Safety Pick+ from IIHS, but its front-crash prevention tech earned low ratings. It had not received an NHTSA rating at the time of writing.
It earns an 8/10 safety score from our experts.
Standard safety equipment includes forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitors, rear cross-traffic alert, safe-exit assist, automatic high-beam headlights, Pre-Safe Sound, front and rear parking sensors, a surround-view camera system, and a semi-automated parking system.
Many of the more advanced driver aids are bundled into the Driver Assistance Package, which adds adaptive cruise control, lane-keep and centering assist, evasive steering assist, front cross-traffic braking assist, and speed-management functions tied to road signs, curves, and following distances. The route-based speed-adjustment feature and automated lane-change assist were noted as inconsistent, so you should pay attention to how the system behaves on a test drive.
Should I buy a 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE or consider a different year?
If you're weighing the 2026 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:
Choose the 2026 if:
- 34.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
- Accident-free inventory is excellent at 97.5% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
- It keeps the familiar luxury-crossover formula while adding a standard AMG Line look on the GLE 450 and a new Manufaktur Edition.
Consider the 2025 if:
- It offers multiple body styles and powertrain choices in a familiar luxury SUV package.
The bottom line: Choose the 2026 if you want the latest version of the GLE’s established formula and can shop carefully for the right equipment. If you are more price-sensitive, the 2025 is worth considering because it delivers the same broad appeal with a simpler change set.
These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 29, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.
*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.
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