2020 Mercedes GLE 450: A Close Look

Vehicle

The GLE450 is a top of the line SUV in the Mercedes lineup. The base price starts at $61,150 but options can raise the total tab.

Suspension

For $8,070 you get the E-Active Body Control AIRMATIC suspension package. It offers various modes of operation, from comfort, sport, sport+, and custom choices. The vehicle can also be raised for better ground clearance.

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Air Balance Pack

Another option is the Air Balance Package. It consists of a glass container full of perfume placed in the glove box. This system sprays the mist in the cabin to keep it smelling nice and sweet for $350.

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Price Sheet

Overall, this GLE had $35,170 in extra's bringing the total fee to $96,320.

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Engine

The GLE is powered by a 3.0-liter inline six cylinder engine rated at 363 horsepower. It's hooked to a 9-speed automatic gearbox, and 4MATIC all-wheel-drive. Fuel economy is listed at 19/24 mpg.

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Interior

The second-row seats do fold to hold more gear in the rear if needed. There is a spare tire and a jack underneath the cargo area.

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Control

Instead of a round knob as found on many other German vehicles, this Mercedes has a finger touchpad/button combination. There is a learning curve to be mastered here, but it’s easy to use after a bit of practice.

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Dash Screen

The info screen is very long, with all visual items combined on one massive screen.

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Gauge #1

There are many gauge cluster designs to pick from. Here is the classic version...

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Gauge #2

Here is the Progressive gauge mode...

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Gauge#3

For those who don't like clutter, the "Understated Gauge" mode will do.

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Camera

The rear camera system provides an excellent view and parking assistance.

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Seats

The massage seats are great for long trips. This is a $1,100 option.

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HUD

The Heads-Up Display reflects into the windshield and is very bright and easy to read.

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Emblem

The GLE 450 4MATIC is not inexpensive, but it has all the toys you could want.

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