2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class GLE 450

The GLE-Class is Mercedes-Benz's midsize luxury SUV, slotting between the GLC and the full-size GLS. It competes with the BMW X5, Audi Q7, and Volvo XC90 in a crowded premium segment. The GLE rides smoothly and quietly, with a composed demeanor that suits long highway trips. Inside, the cabin is spacious and upscale, with available third-row seating and a large touchscreen running MBUX. The GLE 450 sits between the four-cylinder GLE 350 and the V8-powered GLE 580, giving you a strong inline-six without the jump to AMG pricing. Its 2.0L I6 makes 375 horsepower and pairs with a nine-speed automatic and all-wheel drive, so it pulls smoothly from low revs and stays quiet on the highway. This trim comes with the Offroad menu and Transparent Hood display as standard, which is a feature you won't find on the GLE 350 or the AMG models.