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Used 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe SUV Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe is a five-passenger midsize SUV available in two trim levels: AMG GLE 43 and AMG GLE 63 S. Both can tow up to 7,200 pounds and are equipped with standard 4Matic all-wheel drive. Despite the variants' similar names, a vast gulf in price and performance separates the two. The AMG GLE 43 is well-equipped as standard, and on the whole it could be described as a reasonable alternative to everyday luxury people-movers. There's very little that's reasonable about the AMG GLE 63 S, however, and its fans embrace its ludicrousness as a badge of honor.

Powering the AMG GLE 43 is a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 (385 horsepower, 384 pound-feet of torque) and a nine-speed automatic. Standard equipment highlights include 21-inch wheels, an adaptive air suspension, adaptive LED headlights, automatic high-beam control, a panoramic sunroof, a power liftgate, power-folding and heated side mirrors, dual-zone automatic climate control, a power-adjustable steering wheel, heated front seats, driver-seat memory functions, premium vinyl upholstery, and a 115-volt household-style power outlet.

Standard tech and safety features include an 8-inch central display, the COMAND infotainment interface, a navigation system, a 13-speaker Harman Kardon sound system, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, blind-spot monitoring, lane departure warning and intervention, and a forward collision warning system with automatic emergency braking.

Two primary option packages are available for the AMG GLE 43. The reasonably priced Premium 2 package includes heated and cooled front cupholders, interior ambient lighting, and a center pass-through for the rear seat. The Premium 3 package further adds a 360-degree parking camera, front and rear parking sensors, adaptive cruise control, a lane-centering steering system, a collision avoidance system, lane departure mitigation, and an automated parallel parking system.

It's a big step up pricewise to the AMG GLE 63 S. Under the hood is a turbocharged 5.5-liter V8 (577 hp, 561 lb-ft of torque) mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission. It adds 22-inch wheels, summer performance tires, active stabilizer bars, bigger brakes, a carbon-fiber engine cover, noise-reducing front-row windows, a sport steering wheel, heated and ventilated front sport seats, memory settings for the front passenger seat, upgraded leather upholstery, and the contents of the Premium 2 package. It also includes the Premium 3 package's 360-degree parking camera and parking system.

There are a few appearance packages as well. Both models can be equipped with the Night package, which adds gloss-black lower valances and grille trim. The GLE 43-only AMG Performance Studio package includes the Night package plus an orange lip on the front bumper, an orange stripe on the wheels, and faux-suede seat inserts.

Notable stand-alone options include tri-zone climate control, a premium 14-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system, massaging multicontour front seats, heated rear seats, a rear entertainment system, and a trailer hitch. Optional for the GLE 63 S is a performance exhaust system.

Which GLE-Class Coupe trim does Edmunds recommend?

The anything-but-basic AMG GLE 43 will likely satisfy the vast majority of drivers. We suggest adding the optional Premium packages and their numerous driver assistants and luxury upgrades. If long trips are common for you, we'd also add the massaging and ventilated seats. As much as the $40,000-plus premium for the AMG GLE 63 S scares us, it delivers more of the traditional AMG experience and soundtrack. If money is no object, we say go for it.

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GLE-Class Coupe AMG GLE 43
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AMG GLE 63 S
5.5L 8cyl Turbo 7A
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Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
Navigation
standard
standard
Satellite radio
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
optional
optional
Parking assistance
optional
standard
Upholstery
leatherette
premium leather
Heated seats
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
optional
standard
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
Sunroof
standard
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
all wheel drive
all wheel drive
Engine power
385 hp @ 6,100 rpm
577 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Engine torque
384 lb-ft @ 2,500 rpm
561 lb-ft @ 1,750 rpm
Engine displacement
3.0 l
5.5 l
Engine configuration
v6
v8
Transmission
9-speed shiftable automatic
7-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
275/45R21 (FRONT) 315/40R21 (REAR)
285/40R22 (FRONT) 325/35R22 (REAR)
Wheel size
21 X 10.0-in (Front) 21 X 11.0-in (Rear)
22 X 10.0-in (Front) 22 X 11.5-in (Rear)
Wheel type
alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
17 / 22 / 19 MPG
14 / 18 / 15 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
24.0 gal.
24.0 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
408 / 528 miles
336 / 432 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (required)
premium unleaded (required)
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
38.7 ft.
38.7 ft.
Curb weight
4,960 lb.
5,379 lb.
Ground Clearance
7.8 in.
8.0 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
83.8 in.
83.8 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
78.9 in.
78.7 in.
Height
67.7 in.
67.7 in.
Length
192.6 in.
193.6 in.
Wheelbase
114.8 in.
114.8 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
23.0 cu. ft.
23.0 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
39.2 in.
39.2 in.
Front Leg Room
Front Shoulder Room
58.5 in.
58.5 in.
Rear Head Room
37.8 in.
37.8 in.
Rear Leg Room
Rear Shoulder Room
58.4 in.
58.4 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
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Average Cost Per Mile
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Depreciation
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Financing
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Taxes & Fees
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Maintenance
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Repairs
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Colors

Colors

Interior
Ginger Beige/Black, leather
Black, leather
Crystal Grey/Black, leather
Porcelain/Black Nappa, premium leather
Saddle Brown/Black, leather
Black Pearl/Black Nappa, premium leather
Black Pearl/Black Nappa w/Red Stitching, premium leather
Crystal Grey/Black Grey, leatherette
Black, leatherette
Ginger Beige/Black, leatherette
designo Porcelain/Black Nappa, premium leather
Porcelain/Black Exclusive Nappa, premium leather
Espresso Brown/Black Exclusive Nappa, premium leather
Black Exclusive Nappa w/Grey Stitching, premium leather
Exterior
Iridium Silver Metallic
Black
Polar White
Brilliant Blue Metallic
Selenite Grey Metallic
Lunar Blue Metallic
Obsidian Black Metallic
designo Cardinal Red Metallic
designo Diamond White Metallic
Iridium Silver Metallic
Black
Polar White
Brilliant Blue Metallic
Selenite Grey Metallic
Lunar Blue Metallic
Obsidian Black Metallic
designo Cardinal Red Metallic
designo Diamond White Metallic