
The GLEtowing capacity is 5,950-7,700 lbs. The towing power of the GLE is provided by three optional engines for you to choose from. The 350 trim option uses a 2.0L inline-4 turbo engine and can tow up to 5,950 pounds. The GLE 350 4MATIC® trim uses the same 2.0L turbo engine and can tow up to 7,700 lbs. However, the GLE 450 4MATIC® trim option uses a 3.0L inline-6 turbo engine but has a towing ability of 7,700 lbs. Finally, the most powerful GLE 580 4MATIC® trim level equips a 4.0L V8 Biturbo engine and while the official towing capability numbers haven’t been released, it could be a more powerful towing choice.
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The horsepower for the GLE is 255-483 hp. With the three available engines to pick from, all are equipped with a 9G-TRONIC 9-speed transmission. The standard 2.0L inline-4 turbo engine (paired with the 350 & 350 4MATIC®) produces 255 horsepower. While the 3.0L inline-6 turbo engine (450 4MATIC®) generates 362 horsepower and the hefty 4.0L V8 Biturbo engine (580 4MATIC®) generates 483 horsepower.
The Mercedes-Benz GLE curb weight is 4,608-5,280 lbs. Curb weights for the GLE trims are heavily dependent on the available packages they all provide. The 350 trim option has a curb weight of 4,608 pounds, then the 350 4MATIC® trim options weigh 4,718 lbs. The 450 4MATIC® trim option weighs in at 5,013 pounds, and the 580 4MATIC® trim option has a curb weight of 5,280 pounds.
The GLE has a ground clearance of 7.1 in. This height is consistent amongst all available trims. For a luxury vehicle, the GLE offers plenty of height for drivers going up high parking lot entrances and picking out potholes from a distance away.
Mercedes-Benz of Georgetown invites you to take the sophisticated Mercedes-Benz GLE for a test drive. This luxury SUV is agile and ready for action. Visit our dealership in Georgetown, TX or schedule an appointment online today.