New Mercedes-Benz GLE for Sale in Montgomery, AL (2024)

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Is Mercedes discontinuing GLE? ›

Current coupe-like SUVs and sedans aren't long for this world, either. The CLS-class will depart in 2024, and the sharper AMG GT 4 Door will follow along in 2024 or 2025. New generations of GLE and GLC Coupes will debut in the coming years, but after that, their lineages will also end.

The GLE can get expensive when you load it up with a lot of options, but overall we think you're getting your money's worth. Build quality on our test GLE was excellent. If there is an unimpressive aspect to the GLE, it's the warranty coverage.

After driving two of the four available powertrains, we'd suggest sticking with the entry-level turbocharged four-cylinder GLE350 model. Even though it's the least powerful option, it moves the GLE with enough authority to satisfy most drivers, and it returned the best fuel economy in our testing.

Engine and transmission issues: A few GLE customers have reported problems with the engine or transmission. These can include rough shifting, hesitation, or loss of power. These issues will likely require diagnostics and repairs by one of our qualified Mercedes technicians.

A Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class will depreciate 56% after 5 years and have a 5 year resale value of $39,642. The chart below shows the expected depreciation for the next 10 years. These results are for vehicles in good condition, averaging 12,000 miles per year. It also assumes a selling price of $90,322 when new.

If you are in the market for a luxury SUV, you can't go wrong with either the GLC or GLE, but the GLE wins more categories in our head-to-head. It surpasses the GLC in handling, acceleration, cargo space, seat comfort and reliability.

The annual maintenance cost of a Mercedes-Benz GLE350 is $1,194.

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Which is better GLE 350 or 450? ›

Like the more powerful GLE 450, the GLE 350 can tow up to 7,700 pounds when properly equipped. Drivers who crave even stronger acceleration will be interested in the GLE 450. With the help of a 48-volt mild-hybrid system, its turbocharged inline-six engine can develop a stout 375 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque.

Many experts agree that Mercedes-Benz vehicles can last anywhere from 150,000 to 200,000 miles on average with routine maintenance. In fact, you may even get more mileage out of your Mercedes-Benz vehicle if it has been properly taken care of.

I have the GLE 350 4matic and while the engine doesn't sound pleasant, the performance is on-par and worth it for better efficiency.

Mercedes-Benz maintenance costs are pretty expensive compared to other brands and drivers pay about $908 on average per year to maintain and repair their Mercedes vehicles, according to RepairPal.com.

Ultimately, the answer depends on your specific needs behind the wheel. The 2020 GLE 350 delivers exceptional performance while the GLE 350 4MATIC® supplies expert handling to conquer all the twists and turns of life.

It's not fully redesigned but the 2024 GLE does have freshened styling, a more luxurious interior, an upgraded infotainment system and a new plug-in hybrid powertrain option.

Now, Mercedes is discontinuing the CLS-Class. They're doing this as part of their plan to keep up with the fast-changing car world. Mercedes is always looking to innovate and bring out cars that wow us in new ways. They want to make sure they're at the top of the game with the coolest cars.

If you're a fan of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class, then you'll probably be disappointed to hear that it will be discontinued following the 2022 model year. The compact sedan is currently the price leader in the Mercedes-Benz lineup, making it the ideal option for car buyers who are transitioning to a luxury car brand.

The first two to get the chop will be the C-Class and E-Class coupe and convertible models, which will be replaced by just one model, the CLE-Class, including coupe and convertible body styles. That's not all for the C-Class, too; the C-Class wagon will be gone from Europe sometime around 2028.