Used Mercedes-Benz GLE for Sale nearSan Francisco, CA

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 $47,256, and its lowest point over the past year was $45,508. 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 earns strong marks from owners for its blend of comfort, style, technology, and premium cabin feel.

The all-generations owner rating is 4.7/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the GLE for its spacious interior, luxurious feel, and strong technology. Many also highlight its comfortable ride, premium materials, and broad appeal for families and long trips.

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

The trade-offs that come up most often are high ownership costs, depreciation, and feature complexity, along with ride quality concerns in some heavier versions.

34.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mercedes-Benz GLE models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the GLE’s premium cabin, comfort, and strong engineering as core strengths. Across the lineup, buyers also tend to value its technology, spaciousness, and overall sense of refinement.

• 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 best managed by choosing a well-kept example and checking condition carefully, especially on older vehicles.

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
• Infotainment: MBUX infotainment system with a 12.3-inch digital driver display and a 12.3-inch touchscreen
• Fuel efficiency: 21 mpg in combined driving

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 most accessible choice.
• GLE 350 4Matic: This version adds all-wheel drive for broader all-weather confidence.
• GLE 450: A strong value pick, it brings a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine with mild-hybrid technology and a more upscale powertrain feel.
• GLE 450 4Matic: This trim adds all-wheel drive to the six-cylinder setup.
• GLE 450e: This plug-in hybrid adds 49 miles of estimated electric-only range.
• GLE 580 4Matic: This version adds a V8-powered step up in performance.
• AMG GLE 53: This performance model adds AMG tuning and a more athletic character.
• AMG GLE 53 Coupe: This coupe body style adds a swoopier roofline.
• AMG GLE 63 S: This top performance model adds a hand-built twin-turbo V8 engine and standard all-wheel drive.
• AMG GLE 63 S Coupe: This coupe version adds the same high-output V8 performance with the coupe body style.

What Mercedes-Benz GLE do most buyers choose?

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

Higher-volume years usually draw the most attention because you get more inventory to compare, more pricing spread, and more chances to find the right trim and condition. They also tend to be the easiest years to shop if you want a balance of availability and deal potential.

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

The table shows broad downward movement across the lineup, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. Several years have seen double-digit drops, while the newer end of the range has softened too, creating more room for value-conscious buyers. The pattern also suggests that recent model years can offer meaningful savings compared with their earlier pricing.

The 2025, 2023, and 2017 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 the Driver Assistance Package, which adds adaptive cruise control, lane-keep and centering assist, evasive steering assist, front cross-traffic braking assist, and other functions related to 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 −7.67% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −10.41%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 33.4% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 34.2%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $62,980. The Mercedes-Benz GLE offers a premium cabin with strong practicality and a distinctly polished luxury feel.

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 2026 GLE’s standard safety tech is limited for an expensive luxury SUV.
• Starting price: The 2026 Mercedes GLE’s base price is roughly mid-pack.

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 the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.