The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE is a midsize luxury family SUV that comes with updated in-cabin technologies and latest safety features. The Mercedes-Benz GLE has been in production since 1997 and has been amongst the favorite vehicles of family SUV buyers.
The exterior of the SUV looks authoritative and classy, while the interior has been designed to be spacious and comfortable for all 5 occupants. Mercedes-Benz has added updated technologies to the cabin including Bang & Olufsen BeoSound System and updated Infotainment System.
The all-new Mercedes-Benz GLE comes with three high-performance Biturbo engine options and many performance-enhancing technologies. The SUV has been fitted with a wide variety of active safety features and advanced driver-assistance technologies for a safe commute.
Here is a review of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE that will soon be available in the UAE with a closer look at its design, performance, safety features and a lot more.
Design of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE
The design of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE looks classy, elegant and aggressive at the same time. The exterior has an adventure-ready appeal with its strong stance and impressive lines while the interior is all-luxury with latest comfort and convenience features.
Exterior
The impressive exterior of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE looks dashing and handsome from every angle. From front to back, one can easily notice Mercedes-Benz’s craftsmanship in creating this powerful SUV. The front fascia of the SUV features the signature Mercedes-Benz grille that is flanked by the striking wraparound full LED headlamps. Below the grille is an air dam with two large and wide air intakes that will help with improving the engine cooling function.
The hood has power domes to add to the aggressive design and aerodynamics of the vehicle. The vehicle looks exceptionally stylish even from the sides, thanks to the sharp character line and the deep beltline that emphasizes its sporty design. The athletic stance, high ground clearance, muscular fenders and 17-inch 10-spoke light alloy wheels further accentuate the adventure-ready appeal of the SUV.
The exterior of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE is available in 11 colors that are Black, Polar White, Obsidian Black, Tenorite Grey, Iridium Silver, Palladium Silver, Citrine Brown, Cavansite Blue, Diamond Silver, Designo Diamond White Bright and Designo Hyacinth Red Metallic.
The exterior design of the new Mercedes-Benz GLE not only exudes presence and power, but also sets a new standard for aerodynamics in the SUV segment. #NewGLE
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— Mercedes-Benz (@MercedesBenz) October 18, 2018
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Interior
The spacious interior of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE can easily accommodate 5 occupants with plenty of legroom and headroom for everyone. The cabin has been laced with premium materials such as genuine leather upholstery and real wood trims to accentuate the luxury appeal of the vehicle.
The front of the cabin has been fitted with power adjustable seats with heating function and memory system for the driver’s seat. The rear of the cabin has been fitted with 60/40 split folding seats that can be folded down to increase the cargo capacity of the vehicle to up to 80.3 cubic feet.
As for in-cabin technologies, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE has been fitted with Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System, 7-inch High-resolution Touchscreen, Bluetooth, HD Radio Receiver, Voice Control System, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Ambient Lighting, COMAND Infotainment System, Bang & Olufsen BeoSound System with 14-speakers and a lot more.
The optional interior features include Harman Kardon LOGIC7 Sound System, Ventilated Front Seats, Heated Steering Wheel, 3-Zone Climate Control System, Panorama Roof, Heated Rear Seats, Navigation System, SiriusXM, In-car WiFi and a lot more.
Thanks to the intelligent MBUX (Mercedes-Benz User Experience), the new Mercedes-Benz GLE responds perfectly to your needs. Whether using natural voice commands, by touch or with simple gestures: whatever suits you best. #allkindsofstrength
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— Mercedes-Benz (@MercedesBenz) October 22, 2018
Performance of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE is an all-wheel drive midsize SUV that comes with three engine options and in three trim levels. All three of the engine options have been paired with a 7G-Tronic Plus automatic transmission.
The first engine option available is a 3.0-litre biturbo V6 engine that is capable of producing 333 horsepower and 480Nm of torque. With this engine, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 6.1 seconds and has a top speed of 247 Km/h. The same engine has been tuned to generate 442 horsepower and 650Nm of torque, which enables the SUV to go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 5.3 seconds and have a top speed of 245 Km/h.
The third engine option is a high-performance 5.5-litre biturbo V8 engine that is capable of producing 585 horsepower and 760Nm of torque. With this powerful V8 engine, the 2019 GLE can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 4.2 seconds and has a top speed of 250 Km/h.
Also read: 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS 63 AMG – Large Luxury SUV with Biturbo V8 Engine
Safety Features
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE has been fitted with many advanced driver-assistance technologies and latest active safety features. This luxury family SUV comes with a wide variety of latest safety features and technologies to ensure the safety of occupants at all times.
Some of the standard safety features of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE include:
- Active Brake Assist
- Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call System
- Brake Assist System
- Attention Assist
- Trailer Stability Assist
- Crosswind Assist
- Rearview Camera
- Pre-Safe
- Seat Belt Technology
- 9 Advanced Air Bags System
- Adaptive Braking Technology
- Anti-lock Braking System
- Electronic Stability Program
- High-strength Unibody
- Advanced Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
The optional driver-assistance technologies of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE include:
- Active Distance Assist Distronic
- Active Steering Assist
- Adaptive Highbeam Assist
- Active Blind Spot Assist
- Active Lane Keeping Assist
- Cross-Traffic Function
- Blind Spot Assist
- Active Parking Assist
- Surround View System
- Magic Vision Control
- Pre-Safe Plus
Price of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE in the UAE
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE will soon be available in the UAE in three trim levels (400 4MATIC, 500 e 4MATIC and 63 S 4MATIC) and with three engine options. The starting price of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE is AED 259,000 that can go as high as AED 360,000 with the optional features, technologies and trim level selected.
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