Are you happy with your GLE?
#1
Junior Member
Thread Starter
Are you happy with your GLE?
Hello,
I am looking for replacing my Range Rover Sport, the new version is very expensive (over $200k), so I look for alternatives around 150k new, like the GLE53. I already own an S550 W222 and I like it but it’s too long (L), too low and not very good for my daily drive in snow (I live in a ski resort), so I use it only for long trips.
So, I wonder, how do you feel about GLE ownership?
Thanks!
I am looking for replacing my Range Rover Sport, the new version is very expensive (over $200k), so I look for alternatives around 150k new, like the GLE53. I already own an S550 W222 and I like it but it’s too long (L), too low and not very good for my daily drive in snow (I live in a ski resort), so I use it only for long trips.
So, I wonder, how do you feel about GLE ownership?
Thanks!
Last edited by SpookyTheFirst; 01-18-2024 at 07:21 AM.
The following users liked this post:
Jenfromtheblock (02-03-2024)
#5
Senior Member
The following 5 users liked this post by BlueYonder:
BenjaminKohl (01-18-2024),
cupecoy (01-20-2024),
Lucky 777 (01-19-2024),
mikapen (01-19-2024),
sickk23 (03-06-2024)
#7
Senior Member
Bought brand new 6 miles on it 2021 GLE 450 with airmatic suspension 25k miles on now 3 years of ownership next month not one problem. Also love the Pirelli Scorpion Zero tires that came with it.
The following 3 users liked this post by Sigp232:
Trending Topics
#8
Senior Member
Loved my 2020 GLE450 and thought that was the best SUV one could ever own. Then I got the 2023 GLE63s, all I can say is WOW ! Zero issues with either of them.
#9
Junior Member
Thread Starter
Thanks for all the answers, that is very encouraging. I will rent a GLE S63 in 10 days for a week.
Yes, the 63 is exactly my idea, I asked for the GLE in general because I guess they are all fundamentally similar apart from the engine.
#11
Member
Yes and no. It does what it's supposed to do, but on the other hand it also manages to **** me off almost every time I drive it. A new Defender probably would've been a better fit for me, too bad that wasn't a good fit tax-wise in Belgium.
I've considered selling it a few times, but that would be an even worse financial decision than buying it, so I'll just stick with it for now.
Likes:
* Everything is effortless, and most of the controls are very intuitive
* Plenty of power, handles heavy trailers well
* Nice place to be in for a long time
* The PHEV system works well
* Does good in the snow, despite weighing more than a small moon
Dislikes:
* All the computer nannies that can't be disabled, including the adaptive cruise
* It's huge outside yet sort of tiny inside
* I don't get along with the seating position. Either my shoulders hurt or my knee is up against the dash. I hate that there's no armrest other than the centre console, which is obviously not adjustable without moving the whole seat.
* The mirrors suck for backing up a trailer, they taper to a point way too much
* The sunroof creaks and rattles every time it freezes, almost like there's some ice getting trapped inside the gutters or something? Ridiculously annoying.
I've considered selling it a few times, but that would be an even worse financial decision than buying it, so I'll just stick with it for now.
Likes:
* Everything is effortless, and most of the controls are very intuitive
* Plenty of power, handles heavy trailers well
* Nice place to be in for a long time
* The PHEV system works well
* Does good in the snow, despite weighing more than a small moon
Dislikes:
* All the computer nannies that can't be disabled, including the adaptive cruise
* It's huge outside yet sort of tiny inside
* I don't get along with the seating position. Either my shoulders hurt or my knee is up against the dash. I hate that there's no armrest other than the centre console, which is obviously not adjustable without moving the whole seat.
* The mirrors suck for backing up a trailer, they taper to a point way too much
* The sunroof creaks and rattles every time it freezes, almost like there's some ice getting trapped inside the gutters or something? Ridiculously annoying.
#13
Member
Join Date: May 2022
Location: 757
Posts: 246
Received 66 Likes
on
51 Posts
AMG GLE63S, X5M Comp, CTT, ZO6, Raptor
I can disable adaptive cruise…and its saves on the brake pads since the lane keeping is done through brake modulation. Also, cleaning the drainage channels might help with the freezing weather issues.
Last edited by Vyper340vb; 01-19-2024 at 12:54 PM.
The following users liked this post:
mikapen (01-19-2024)
#14
MBWorld Fanatic!
I have been driving a loaded 21 GLE53 since summer of 2020 and it has been excellent. My wife traded her !9 CLS53 on the 24 GLE53 this past summer. That pretty well says it all.
The following 2 users liked this post by petee1997:
djgiovanni (01-19-2024),
FireRx Captain (03-17-2024)
#15
Junior Member
Thread Starter
Thanks, this sounds like most people are happy with it. The annoying nannies that reset at each restart seems like an MB tradition, I have an s class, and also need to disconnect voice guiding each time and start/stop, however lane keeping can be definitely disconnected.
#16
Member
I ordered a 2024 GLE 53 love it. Traded in my 2021 S580 had a myriad of problems with it. The GLE 53 has plenty of power
for me and gets decent mileage for a car this size. Almost as quiet as the S580, I ordered the 20 inch wheels for a smoother
ride. The stereo is good but wish it could be upgraded nothing basically wrong with it but the 1700 watt stereo in the S580
was better of course. So far no problems only 3k mile though. I think the GLE 63 is a great car but a lot more money just for power.
IMHO.
for me and gets decent mileage for a car this size. Almost as quiet as the S580, I ordered the 20 inch wheels for a smoother
ride. The stereo is good but wish it could be upgraded nothing basically wrong with it but the 1700 watt stereo in the S580
was better of course. So far no problems only 3k mile though. I think the GLE 63 is a great car but a lot more money just for power.
IMHO.
#17
450 to 63
I ordered a 2024 GLE 53 love it. Traded in my 2021 S580 had a myriad of problems with it. The GLE 53 has plenty of power
for me and gets decent mileage for a car this size. Almost as quiet as the S580, I ordered the 20 inch wheels for a smoother
ride. The stereo is good but wish it could be upgraded nothing basically wrong with it but the 1700 watt stereo in the S580
was better of course. So far no problems only 3k mile though. I think the GLE 63 is a great car but a lot more money just for power.
IMHO.
for me and gets decent mileage for a car this size. Almost as quiet as the S580, I ordered the 20 inch wheels for a smoother
ride. The stereo is good but wish it could be upgraded nothing basically wrong with it but the 1700 watt stereo in the S580
was better of course. So far no problems only 3k mile though. I think the GLE 63 is a great car but a lot more money just for power.
IMHO.
#18
Junior Member
Thrilled!
I purchased a “used” GLE 63S online in late 22 (it’s a 21). 1400 on the odometer so basically new car. Amazing color (no longer made), the engine is completely a last, and the car is the lap of luxury. Very expensive yes but at this level that’s the price. I love this car. Good for commuting, ski trips, driving around town, and short blasts down the backroads. I’d keep it forever if I could. You won’t regret a 63s if you want one.
Hello,
I am looking for replacing my Range Rover Sport, the new version is very expensive (over $200k), so I look for alternatives around 150k new, like the GLE53. I already own an S550 W222 and I like it but it’s too long (L), too low and not very good for my daily drive in snow (I live in a ski resort), so I use it only for long trips.
So, I wonder, how do you feel about GLE ownership?
Thanks!
I am looking for replacing my Range Rover Sport, the new version is very expensive (over $200k), so I look for alternatives around 150k new, like the GLE53. I already own an S550 W222 and I like it but it’s too long (L), too low and not very good for my daily drive in snow (I live in a ski resort), so I use it only for long trips.
So, I wonder, how do you feel about GLE ownership?
Thanks!
#19
MBWorld Fanatic!
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Colorado
Posts: 5,036
Received 1,658 Likes
on
1,224 Posts
'21 AMG53 wDPP & ARC, 19 GLC300 - Former- 10&14 ML BlueTecs, 20 GLE450 E-ABC, 15 Cayenne D, 17 Macan
I am very happy with my '21 AMG53.
But if I couldn't spec AMG ARC (active sway bars) on a GLE, I'd be in a different brand altogether. It makes the car, improving both ride and handling.
Since ARC has spotty availability in the GLE53, that leaves the 63S as the only Mercedes option. It also gets active engine mounts, which I feel would be a noticeable advantage.
I feel the same way about the Burmester 3D.
In short, I'd lean toward a 63 with it's better option availability, but since it's beyond affordable for me, I'd look for a CPO in my price range. I'd miss the straight six engine, though.
The Service Department is a very large consideration as well.
But if I couldn't spec AMG ARC (active sway bars) on a GLE, I'd be in a different brand altogether. It makes the car, improving both ride and handling.
Since ARC has spotty availability in the GLE53, that leaves the 63S as the only Mercedes option. It also gets active engine mounts, which I feel would be a noticeable advantage.
I feel the same way about the Burmester 3D.
In short, I'd lean toward a 63 with it's better option availability, but since it's beyond affordable for me, I'd look for a CPO in my price range. I'd miss the straight six engine, though.
The Service Department is a very large consideration as well.
#20
Senior Member
I am very happy with my '21 AMG53.
But if I couldn't spec AMG ARC (active sway bars) on a GLE, I'd be in a different brand altogether. It makes the car, improving both ride and handling.
Since ARC has spotty availability in the GLE53, that leaves the 63S as the only Mercedes option. It also gets active engine mounts, which I feel would be a noticeable advantage.
I feel the same way about the Burmester 3D.
In short, I'd lean toward a 63 with it's better option availability, but since it's beyond affordable for me, I'd look for a CPO in my price range. I'd miss the straight six engine, though.
The Service Department is a very large consideration as well.
But if I couldn't spec AMG ARC (active sway bars) on a GLE, I'd be in a different brand altogether. It makes the car, improving both ride and handling.
Since ARC has spotty availability in the GLE53, that leaves the 63S as the only Mercedes option. It also gets active engine mounts, which I feel would be a noticeable advantage.
I feel the same way about the Burmester 3D.
In short, I'd lean toward a 63 with it's better option availability, but since it's beyond affordable for me, I'd look for a CPO in my price range. I'd miss the straight six engine, though.
The Service Department is a very large consideration as well.
The following users liked this post:
Carbon Dated (01-21-2024)
#21
https://www.mbusa.com/en/cpo
Certified Pre Owned warranty. When things break, they fix. It's especially important on a used car because you won't know the history of the usage and what hidden defects and wears there are.
https://www.mbusa.com/en/cpo
Certified Pre Owned warranty. When things break, they fix. It's especially important on a used car because you won't know the history of the usage and what hidden defects and wears there are.
#22
Member
Drainage channels maybe, but after a year, almost never parked under a tree? Seems quick to have them clog up.
#23
Member
Join Date: May 2022
Location: 757
Posts: 246
Received 66 Likes
on
51 Posts
AMG GLE63S, X5M Comp, CTT, ZO6, Raptor
22’ 63S USA - maybe in Europe they don’t allow the nannies to be shut down. Drainage can fill up with all sorts of things even if not parking under a tree but it was just an idea to consider. Maybe the dealer can provide better options for your market
#24
Member
Interesting. Gives me some hope it can be coded in. So you can toggle between regular cruise and adaptive on a '22?