Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE SUV (W166)

Mercedes-Benz - GLE SUV (W166)

Details-
BrandMercedes-Benz
ModelGLE
GenerationGLE SUV (W166)
ModificationGLE 500 V8 (455 Hp) 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC
Start Of ProductionOctober, 2015 year
End Of ProductionOctober, 2018 year

Performance

The GLE model has impressive acceleration, reaching 0-100 km/h in 5.1 seconds and 0-62 mph in the same time. It has a top speed of 250 km/h, electronically limited to 155.34 mph.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh5.1 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph5.1 sec
Max Speed250 km/h, Electronically limited 155.34 mph

Body & Dimensions

The GLE is a 5-seater SUV with a length of 4819 mm, width of 1935 mm, and height ranging from 1758-2148 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2915 mm, front and rear track of 1648 mm and 1663 mm respectively, and a ground clearance of 180-285 mm. The front overhang is 890 mm, rear overhang is 1014 mm, approach angle is 23-30°, departure angle is 24-29°, wading depth is 500 mm, and climb angle is 45°.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSUV
Seats5
Doors5
Length4819 mm 189.72 in.
Width1935 mm 76.18 in.
Width Including Mirrors2141 mm 84.29 in.
Height1758-2148 mm 69.21 - 84.57 in.
Wheelbase2915 mm 114.76 in.
Front Track1648 mm 64.88 in.
Rear Track1663 mm 65.47 in.
Front Overhang890 mm 35.04 in.
Rear Overhang1014 mm 39.92 in.
Approach Angle23-30°
Departure Angle24-29°
Ride Height Ground Clearance180-285 mm 7.09 - 11.22 in.
Climb Angle45°
Wading Depth500 mm 19.69 in.

Fuel Consumption

The GLE is a petrol (gasoline) vehicle with Euro 6 emission standards. It has an urban economy NEDC fuel consumption of 14-14.4 l/100 km (16.8 - 16.33 US mpg, 20.18 - 19.62 UK mpg), extra urban economy NEDC fuel consumption of 8.3-8.5 l/100 km (28.34 - 27.67 US mpg, 34.03 - 33.23 UK mpg), and combined economy NEDC fuel consumption of 10.4-10.6 l/100 km (22.62 - 22.19 US mpg, 27.16 - 26.65 UK mpg). The CO2 emissions are 243-249 g/km.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel Consumption Urban Economy Nedc14-14.4 l/100 km 16.8 - 16.33 US mpg 20.18 - 19.62 UK mpg 7.14 - 6.94 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban Economy Nedc8.3-8.5 l/100 km 28.34 - 27.67 US mpg 34.03 - 33.23 UK mpg 12.05 - 11.76 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined Economy Nedc10.4-10.6 l/100 km 22.62 - 22.19 US mpg 27.16 - 26.65 UK mpg 9.62 - 9.43 km/l
Co2 Emissions Nedc243-249 g/km
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Emission StandardEuro 6

Engine & Transmission

The GLE is a high-performance car with an internal combustion engine, producing 455 HP and 700 Nm of torque. It features a 4.663 cm3, 8-cylinder, V-engine with direct injection and 9 gears, automatic transmission. The car is all-wheel drive and has a front and rear suspension system with air suspension and transverse stabilizer. It requires 8.5 liters of engine oil and 12.9 liters of coolant. The engine system includes a Start & Stop System.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power455 Hp
Power Per Litre97.6 Hp/l
Torque700 Nm @ 1800-4000 rpm. 516.29 lb.-ft. @ 1800-4000 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeM 278.928
Engine Displacement4663 cm3 284.55 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders8
Engine ConfigurationV-engine
Cylinder Bore92.9 mm 3.66 in.
Piston Stroke86 mm 3.39 in.
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemDirect injection
Engine AspirationBiTurbo, Intercooler
ValvetrainDOHC
Engine Oil Capacity8.5 l 8.98 US qt | 7.48 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification0W-30, 5W-30 / MB 229.6 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40 / MB 229.5
Coolant12.9 l 13.63 US qt | 11.35 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox9 gears, automatic transmission G-TRONIC
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone, Transverse stabilizer, Air suspension
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link suspension, Air suspension, Transverse stabilizer
Engine SystemsStart & Stop System

Brakes

The GLE model comes with ventilated discs for both front and rear brakes, electric steering, and a choice of three tire sizes. It is equipped with ABS for enhanced safety and features a steering rack and pinion system. The wheel rim sizes range from 19 to 21 inches.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesVentilated discs
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Tires Size255/50 R19; 265/45 R20; 265/40 R21
Wheel Rims Size8J x 19; 8.5J x 19; 9J x 20; 9J x 21

Weight & Capacity

The GLE model has a weight-to-power ratio of 4.8 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 3.1 kg/Nm. It has a kerb weight of 2170 kg and a maximum weight of 2950 kg. The trunk boot space ranges from 690 lbs to 2010 lbs, and it can tow a trailer load of 3500 kg with brakes or 750 kg without brakes. The permitted roof load is 100 kg.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio4.8 kg/Hp, 209.7 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio3.1 kg/Nm, 322.6 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight2170 kg 4784.03 lbs.
Max Weight2950 kg 6503.64 lbs.
Max Load780 kg 1719.61 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum690 l 24.37 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum2010 l 70.98 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity93 l 24.57 US gal | 20.46 UK gal
Max Roof Load100 kg 220.46 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent3500 kg 7716.18 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes750 kg 1653.47 lbs.
Permitted Towbar Download140 kg 308.65 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - GLE SUV (W166)

The length of the GLE is 4819 mm (189.72 in.)

The GLE has 5 seats

The wheelbase of the GLE is 2915 mm (114.76 in.)

The GLE model has a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 5.1 seconds and a 0-62 mph acceleration time of 5.1 seconds.

The GLE model has a top speed of 250 km/h, electronically limited to 155.34 mph.

The rating for the GLE model's specs is 5 out of 5.

The fuel type of the GLE is petrol (gasoline).

The emission standards of the GLE are Euro 6.

The urban economy NEDC fuel consumption of the GLE is 14-14.4 l/100 km (16.8 - 16.33 US mpg, 20.18 - 19.62 UK mpg).

The engine displacement of the GLE is 4.663 cm3 or 284.55 cu. in.

The GLE has 8 cylinders.

The GLE has a direct injection fuel injection system.

The GLE has ventilated discs for both front and rear brakes.

The GLE features a steering rack and pinion system.

The GLE is available in three tire sizes: 255/50 R19, 265/45 R20, and 265/40 R21.

The starting price of the GLE varies depending on the trim level and engine option.

The GLE offers up to 84.2 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats folded down.

The fuel efficiency of the GLE varies depending on the engine option. The base model with a 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine has an EPA-estimated 22 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway.

The weight-to-power ratio of the GLE model is 4.8 kg/Hp.

The weight-to-torque ratio of the GLE model is 3.1 kg/Nm.

The maximum weight the GLE model can carry is 2950 kg.