W166 → V 167
Mercedes-Benz M-Class / GLE (W166) (2011–2019) compared with its successor, the Mercedes-Benz GLE (V 167) (2018–present).
Changes stated by the sources
- Dimensions Length, width, wheelbase and track width all increased.[1]
- Design The drag coefficient improved from 0.33 to 0.29, according to Mercedes.[2]
- Powertrain A 9-speed 9G-TRONIC automatic is used on all models.[3]
- Powertrain The EQ Boost integrated electric motor adds up to 21 hp to the combustion engine for short periods.[1]
- Chassis A suspension system whose spring and damping forces can be controlled individually at each wheel, described as the only one on the market.[1]
- Interior A third seat row became available.[3]
- Technology The MBUX infotainment system with voice control and twin 12.3-inch displays was introduced.[3]
Size
Length 4,803 → 4,928 mm (+124 mm); Width 1,981 → 1,948 mm (−33 mm); Height 1,796 → 1,796 mm (same); Wheelbase 2,916 → 2,995 mm (+79 mm).
United States figures: 2017 GLE 350 SUV (width without mirrors)[4] against 2020 GLE 450 4MATIC SUV[5].
From the documented specifications
- Powertrain Powertrain types documented for the V 167 but not the W166: mild hybrid.
- Design Body styles documented for the V 167 only: Long wheelbase.
Derived by comparing the sourced lists on the two generation pages; a type missing from a list may also mean it is not documented here yet.
Side by side
| Item | Mercedes-Benz M-Class / GLE (W166) Third generation | Mercedes-Benz GLE (V 167) Fourth generation |
|---|---|---|
| Production | 2011–2019[6] | 2018–present[6] |
| First shown | 2011[7] | October 2018[2] |
| Model years | 2012–2019 (NA)[6] | 2020–present (NA)[6] |
| Codes | W166[6], C 292[8] | V 167[2], C 167[9] |
| Platform | W164/V251/W166 (related to Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 and Dodge Durango)[6] | Not documented here |
| Body styles | 5-door SUV (W166)[6] 5-door coupé SUV – GLE Coupé (C292)[6] | 5-door SUV (V 167)[6] 5-door coupé SUV – GLE Coupé (C 167)[9] 5-door SUV, long wheelbase – GLE L (China)[6] |
| Seating | Not documented here | Not documented here |
| Drivetrain | AWD[7], RWD[4], AWD[4] | RWD[3], AWD[3] |
| Powertrain types documented | Petrol, Diesel, Plug-in hybrid | Petrol, Diesel, Mild hybrid, Plug-in hybrid |
| Dimensions — United States | ||
| Version compared | 2017 GLE 350 SUV (width without mirrors)[4] | 2020 GLE 450 4MATIC SUV[5] |
| Length | 4,803 mm | 4,928 mm (+124 mm) |
| Width | 1,981 mm | 1,948 mm (−33 mm) |
| Height | 1,796 mm | 1,796 mm (same) |
| Wheelbase | 2,916 mm | 2,995 mm (+79 mm) |
| Luggage capacity | 38.2 cu ft (1,082 L converted) behind 2nd row, United States, not stated, 2017 GLE 350 SUV[4] 80.3 cu ft (2,274 L converted) behind 1st row, United States, not stated, 2017 GLE 350 SUV[4] | Not documented here |
| Highest output documented | 577 hp (430 kW) Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S Coupé, United States[10] | 450 kW (612 PS) Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+, market not stated[6] |
Differences in brackets are against the column to the left. Dimensions are compared only for the same market and the standard body; luggage figures are shown with their market and measuring method because they are often not comparable.
Sources
- 2020 GLE SUV Quick Reference Guide — Mercedes-Benz Media Newsroom USA, 21 May 2019 Manufacturer (read 9 October 2026)
- Mercedes-Benz V 167 — Wikipedia (de) Reference work (read 9 October 2026)
- All-new Mercedes-Benz GLE SUV to start at $53,700 — Mercedes-Benz Media Newsroom USA, 28 November 2018 Manufacturer (read 9 October 2026)
- 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 and GLE350 4M Specifications — Mercedes-Benz Media Newsroom USA, 3 February 2017 Manufacturer (read 9 October 2026)
- 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 4MATIC SUV — Mercedes-Benz Media Newsroom USA, 31 October 2018 Manufacturer (read 9 October 2026)
- Mercedes-Benz GLE — Wikipedia Reference work (read 9 October 2026)
- Mercedes-Benz W 166 — Wikipedia (de) Reference work (read 9 October 2026)
- Mercedes-Benz C 292 — Wikipedia (de) Reference work (read 9 October 2026)
- Mercedes-Benz C 167 — Wikipedia (de) Reference work (read 9 October 2026)
- The GLE Coupe: an impressively sporty, yet practical choice — Mercedes-Benz Media Newsroom USA, 3 August 2017 Manufacturer (read 9 October 2026)
Wikipedia sources link to the exact revision that was read. Specifications differ between markets, years and versions; each figure is shown with the market and version its source states.