2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE Specifications Overview

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE is certified across 4 configurations with 2L 4-Cylinder Engine, 3L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine, 4L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include 4-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic 9-spd. EPA classified under the Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD / Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD size category. Platform architecture belongs to the 4th Generation (V167/C167) vehicle family.

Engine / Motors
3 Options
2L 4-Cylinder Engine, 3L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine...
Drivetrain Options
2 Drivetrains
4-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Transmissions
Automatic 9-spd
Automatic 9-spd
Vehicle Classification
Small SUV 4WD
Official EPA regulatory class

Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (4)

Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation

Configuration / Model Engine & Displacement Cylinders Induction / Tech Transmission Drivetrain Fuel System
GLE350 4matic Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 2L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 9-spd 4-Wheel Drive Premium
GLE350 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 2L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 9-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Premium
GLE450 4matic Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 3L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine 6 Hybrid Electric Assist Automatic 9-spd 4-Wheel Drive Premium
GLE580 4matic Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 4L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine 8 Hybrid Electric Assist Automatic 9-spd 4-Wheel Drive Premium
EPA Certification Standards: Powertrain and transmission specifications represent official laboratory configuration records filed under 40 CFR Part 600. For detailed fuel economy ratings, electric range, and annual fuel costs, explore the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE MPG & Range Report.

Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture

Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities

EPA Regulatory Size Class

  • Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
  • Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

NHTSA NCAP Body Formats

Standard passenger body configuration

Active Safety Technology

Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.

Related Official Reports for 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE

Cross-reference fuel economy, safety ratings, owner defect complaints, and recall notices

Official US Government Data Provenance

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.