What's New in the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE 300d?
The diesel version has fallen quietly out of the lineup. The GLE 400 is replaced by the GLE43 AMG version. A rearview camera is now standard, and 4G LTE Wi-Fi becomes available. See the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class models for sale near you
Which GLE 300d is the Best?
For normal people with a Mercedes-Benz budget, it's a choice between the GLE 43 and the GLE 550e plug-in hybrid. The crazy thing is that the hybrid is less expensive and more powerful than the GLE 43, with perfectly bearable fuel consumption. And a hybrid makes increasing sense as traffic levels become ever more frustrating. But the GLE 43 is more agile, and 362 hp is still plenty of punch. It's one of those nice "developed-world" problems. Find a Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class for sale
How Much Does a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE 300d Cost?
The 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class comes as differently equipped versions according to the drivetrain.
The GLE 350 ($52,925) has 19-inch alloy wheels, dual-zone automatic climate control, push-button start, remote start, LED daytime running lights, a rearview camera, rain-sensing wipers, heated front seats, synthetic leather upholstery (much better than it sounds), driver's-seat memory settings, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a power lift gate, roof rails, self-dimming rearview and driver's-side mirrors, an 8-in center screen with Mercedes-Benz's proprietary Comand infotainment system, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, 4G LTE connectivity, an 8-speaker audio setup, HD Radio, a USB port, forward-collision mitigation, side-curtain airbags, Crosswind Assist and a driver drowsiness monitor.
Options are often bundled together. The Premium 1 package offers keyless entry/ignition, navigation, satellite radio, Apple CarPlay, upgraded Harman Kardon audio, a 115-volt power outlet, blind spot monitoring and lane-keeping assistance.
Premium 2 comes with LED lighting inside and out, active high beams, heated/cooled cupholders, a rear center armrest pass-through hatch and sunshades for the rear side windows.
Premium 3 has all the advanced safety equipment, such as adaptive cruise control, pedestrian detection, a 360-degree camera system and rear cross-traffic assist, plus a self-parking feature.
The GLE 550e 4Matic ($67,225) has the Premium 1 package as standard, along with leather upholstery and 19-in alloy wheels.
The 2017 Mercedes-AMG GLE 43 ($68,075) has an adaptive air suspension, 20-in alloy wheels, a sport exhaust and a powered sunroof.
The high-performance Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 ($102,615 for the regular model; $109,765 for the S) adds front and rear parking sensors, adaptive LED headlights, automatic high beams, a 360-degree camera system, automated parallel parking, enhanced leather upholstery, and shift paddles and pedals made from aluminum.
Many features are available in lower models that come standard at higher trim levels. Other options include a panoramic sunroof, tri-zone automatic climate control, heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, a rear-seat entertainment system, a Bang & Olufsen BeoSound audio system and massaging front seats.
Cargo space is 38.2 cu ft. behind the rear seats and 80.3 cu ft. when they're folded down. That applies to the plug-in hybrid as well.