Used Mercedes-Benz GLE for Sale near North Carolina

How much does the Mercedes-Benz GLE cost in today's market?

Used Mercedes-Benz GLE prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Mercedes-Benz GLE's current nationwide average price is $47,293, and its year-round low is $45,503.11. That puts the model in a broad pricing band that reflects how much equipment, powertrain choice, and body style can vary from one year to the next. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Mercedes-Benz GLE a good car?

Yes — the Mercedes-Benz GLE is a strong choice if you want a luxury SUV with broad appeal and a well-rounded ownership experience. The all-generations owner rating is 4.7/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners repeatedly praise the GLE for its comfort, premium cabin, and technology, along with the spacious interior that makes it easy to use for families and long trips. Across the model years, the GLE also earns consistent praise for strong performance and a polished luxury feel.

Expert reviews rate the 2024 and 2021 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs that show up in recent expert coverage are styling that some shoppers may find uninspired, ride quality that can feel unsettled in heavier versions, and safety features that are not standard on every trim. Even with those compromises, the GLE remains a compelling used luxury SUV if you value comfort, space, and upscale presentation.

33.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mercedes-Benz GLE models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Mercedes-Benz GLE as a comfortable, upscale SUV with strong technology and a premium driving experience. Expert coverage also points to a refined, sophisticated character, especially in the way the cabin, powertrains, and long-distance manners come together.

• Owners rate the Mercedes-Benz GLE between 3.0 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is most tied to higher running costs and the complexity that can come with more heavily equipped versions.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 87.1% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2020 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Driver Assistance Package with adaptive cruise control, lane-keep and centering assist, evasive steering assist, front cross-traffic braking assist, and automatic speed management based on road signs, curves, and following distances.
• Infotainment: MBUX infotainment system with a 12.3-inch digital driver display and a 12.3-inch touchscreen, plus wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Fuel efficiency: According to the EPA, buyers can expect to get 21 mpg in combined driving from a GLE 450.

Which Mercedes-Benz GLE trim should I buy?

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE offers these trims:

• GLE 350: The entry point uses rear-wheel drive and a turbocharged four-cylinder engine, making it the least-expensive way into the lineup.
• GLE 450: The best-value trim adds a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine with mild-hybrid technology, a lovely cabin, and the broad luxury-SUV character that defines the model.
• GLE 450e: This plug-in hybrid adds an estimated 49 miles of electric-only range, making it a smart pick if you want efficiency and everyday flexibility.
• AMG GLE 63 S Coupe: This performance-focused coupe brings standard 4Matic all-wheel drive and a hand-built twin-turbo V8 engine for buyers who want maximum output.

What Mercedes-Benz GLE do most buyers choose?

The Mercedes-Benz GLE years with the most listings are 2025, 2024, and 2023.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more inventory to compare, more pricing spread, and more chances to find the equipment and body style you want. They also sit close enough to the newest versions to keep the GLE’s modern luxury feel while still offering used-car value.

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

The table shows broad downward movement across every model year, which is good news if you’re shopping used and want to benefit from lower prices. Several of the newer and higher-priced years are still dropping by double digits, while the smallest declines are more modest. That pattern suggests you can find meaningful value across the lineup, especially if you’re flexible on model year and equipment.

The 2019, 2025, and 2016 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Mercedes-Benz GLE safe?

• 2026: 8/10
• 2025: 8/10
• 2024: 8/10
• 2023: 8/10
• 2022: 10/10
• 2021: 10/10
• 2020: 5/10

The 2026 GLE includes a Driver Assistance Package with adaptive cruise control, lane-keep and centering assist, evasive steering assist, front cross-traffic braking assist, and automatic speed management based on road signs, curves, and following distances.

For the safest used buy, the 2021 and 2022 models both post the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Mercedes-Benz GLE now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −7.88% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −10.12%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 33% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 33.9%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $63,073. The Mercedes-Benz GLE offers a premium cabin with a spacious, family-friendly layout and a broad range of powertrains. Consider waiting if:
• Powertrain/efficiency: Working with a mild-hybrid system, the 2026 GLE 450’s turbocharged, 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine generates 375 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque, fed to the wheels through a nine-speed automatic transmission.
• Tech: In the 2026 GLE, the Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) infotainment system runs on a 12.3-inch digital driver display and a 12.3-inch touchscreen that live side-by-side.
• Safety: The GLE’s standard safety tech is limited for an expensive luxury SUV.
• Starting price: The GLE starts at $63,600.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2028 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 4, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.