2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE Specifications Overview
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE is certified across 9 configurations with 3L Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain, 3.5L 6-Cylinder Engine, 3L 6-Cylinder Engine, 5.5L 8-Cylinder Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include 4-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic 7-spd or Automatic 9-spd. EPA classified under the Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD / Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD size category. Platform architecture belongs to the 3rd Generation / M-Class Facelift (W166/C292) vehicle family.
Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (9)
Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation
| Configuration / Model | Engine & Displacement | Cylinders | Induction / Tech | Transmission | Drivetrain | Fuel System |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE550e 4matic Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 3L Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain | 6 | Hybrid Electric Motor + Engine | Automatic 7-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium and Electricity |
| GLE350 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 3.5L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| AMG GLE43 4matic Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| AMG GLE43 4matic Coupe Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| GLE350 4matic Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 3.5L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 7-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| GLE350 4matic Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 3.5L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 7-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium or E85 |
| AMG GLE63 S Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 5.5L 8-Cylinder Engine | 8 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 7-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| AMG GLE63 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 5.5L 8-Cylinder Engine | 8 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 7-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| AMG GLE63 S Coupe Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 5.5L 8-Cylinder Engine | 8 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 7-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium |
Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture
Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities
EPA Regulatory Size Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
NHTSA NCAP Body Formats
- 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe 4 DR 4WD
- 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class PHEV SUV AWD
- 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class PHEV SUV RWD
- 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe 4 DR RWD
Active Safety Technology
Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.
Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries.
Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.