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2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350

2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350

$52,200 — $54,700 MSRP
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SUV
5 Seats
20 MPG
(Combined)
Key specs of the base trim
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Overview

Is this the car for you?
 (4.8) 29 reviews

The Good

  • AMG models' performance potential
  • Backseat room, seating position
  • Visibility (non-coupe)
  • Flat extended cargo floor with seats folded

The Bad

  • Flimsy climate controls
  • Cumbersome backseat folding
  • Visibility in coupe
  • Backseat entry/exit in coupe
  • Limited cargo room in coupe
2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 exterior side view

What to Know

about the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350
  • AMG GLE 43's V-6 engine now rated at 385 hp
  • Five-seat, mid-size luxury SUV
  • Rear- or all-wheel drive
  • Available plug-in hybrid GLE 550e

Our Take

from the Cars.com expert editorial team

What it is: The Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class mid-size luxury SUV comes in a variety of forms, including an SUV coupe body style and as a plug-in hybrid. Performance-oriented AMG versions are also offered. Competitors include the Lexus RX 350, Audi Q7 and BMW X5.

New for 2018

The twin-turbo V-6 engine that powers the AMG GLE 43 is now rated at 385 horsepower, 23 hp more than last year. 

Consumer Reviews

What drivers are saying

4.8
29 reviews — Read All reviews
Exterior Styling
(4.7)
Performance
(4.8)
Interior Design
(4.8)
Comfort
(4.8)
Reliability
(4.9)
Value For The Money
(4.4)

Read reviews that mention:

(5.0)

Princess V

by PrincessV from Durham NC on August 28, 2018

My car has a beautiful interior & exterior with great technology!! It provides plenty of cargo space & very comfortable with easy smooth driving. Love it???? Read full review

(4.0)

Very good car

by micarro from houston, texas on August 28, 2018

Great, has everything I was looking for, comfort, reliability, look, and very good safe rate. Good size, not small and not a big vehicle, has a very nice ride. Read full review

Safety

Recalls and crash tests

Recalls

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 currently has 2 recalls

Crash and Rollover Test Ratings

Based on 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 Base

IIHS rates vehicles good, acceptable, marginal, or poor.

Child Seat Anchors (Latch)

Ease of Use
good

Head Restraints and Seats

Dynamic Rating
good
Overall Rear
good
Seat Head/Restraint Geometry
good

Headlights

Overall Rating
acceptable

Moderate overlap front

Chest
good
Head/Neck
good
Left Leg/Foot
good
Overall Front
good
Restraints
good
Right Leg/Foot
good
Structure/safety cage
good

Other

Roof Strength
good

Side

Driver Head Protection
good
Driver Head and Neck
good
Driver Pelvis/Leg
good
Driver Torso
good
Overall Side
good
Rear Passenger Head Protection
good
Rear Passenger Head and Neck
good
Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg
good
Rear Passenger Torso
good
Structure/safety cage
good

Small Overlap Front - Driver Side

Chest
good
Head/Neck
good
Hip/Thigh
good
Lower Leg/Foot
acceptable
Overall Evaluation
good
Restraints and Dummy Kinematics
good
Structure and Safety Cage
acceptable
acceptable
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is a nonprofit research and communications organization funded by auto insurers.

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Cars.com Car Seat Check

Certified child passenger safety technicians conduct hands-on tests of a car’s Latch system and check the vehicle’s ability to accommodate different types of car seats. The GLE 350 received the following grades on a scale of A-F.*
* This score may not apply to all trims, especially for vehicles with multiple body styles that affect the space and design of the seating.

Warranty FAQs

What is a Bumper-to-Bumper warranty?

Often called a basic warranty or new-vehicle warranty, a bumper-to-bumper policy covers components like air conditioning, audio systems, vehicle sensors, fuel systems and major electrical components. Most policies exclude regular maintenance like fluid top offs and oil changes, but a few brands have separate free-maintenance provisions, and those that do offer them is slowly rising. Bumper-to-bumper warranties typically expire faster than powertrain warranties.

What is a Powertrain warranty?

Don't be misled a 10-year or 100,000-mile powertrain warranty doesn't promise a decade of free repairs for your car. It typically covers just the engine and transmission, along with any other moving parts that lead to the wheels, like the driveshaft and constant velocity joints. Some automakers also bundle seat belts and airbags into their powertrain warranties. With a few exceptions, powertrain warranties don't cover regular maintenance like engine tuneups and tire rotations.

What is included in Roadside Assistance?

Some automakers include roadside assistance with their bumper-to-bumper or powertrain warranties, while others have separate policies. These programs cover anything from flat-tire changes and locksmith services to jump-starts and towing. Few reimburse incidental costs like motel rooms (if you have to wait for repairs).

What other services could be included in a warranty?

Some automakers include free scheduled maintenance for items such as oil changes, air filters and tire rotations. Some include consumables including brake pads and windshield wipers; others do not. They are typically for the first couple of years of ownership of a new car.

What does CPO mean?

A certified pre-owned or CPO car has been inspected to meet minimum quality standards and typically includes some type of warranty. While dealers and third parties certify cars, the gold standard is an automaker-certified vehicle that provides a factory-backed warranty, often extending the original coverage. Vehicles must be in excellent condition and have low miles and wear to be certified, which is why off-lease vehicles feed many CPO programs.

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