How Much Towing Capacity Does the Mercedes-Benz GLE Have?
Tow Capacity of the GLE
The Mercedes-Benz GLE maximum towing capacity is 5,950-7,700 lbs. The towing capability of the GLE is powered by three optional engines for drivers to pick from. The GLE 350 trim option uses a 2.0L inline-4 turbo engine and can tow up to 5,950 pounds. The 350 4MATIC® trim equips the same 2.0L engine and can pull up to 7,700 lbs. However, the 450 4MATIC® trim level uses a 3.0L inline-6 turbo engine but has a towing ability of 7,700 pounds. Finally, the powerful 580 4MATIC® trim option uses a 4.0L V8 Biturbo engine and while the official towing capability numbers haven’t been released, it may be a more powerful towing choice.
GLE Engine Horsepower
The horsepower for the GLE is 255-483 hp. With three optional engines to select out of, all are paired with the 9G-TRONIC 9-speed auto transmission. The standard 2.0L inline-4 turbo engine (coupled with the 350 4MATIC® & 350) creates 255 horsepower. While the 3.0L inline-6 turbo engine (450 4MATIC®) generates 362 horsepower and the powerful 4.0L V8 Biturbo engine (580 4MATIC®) creates 483 hp.
How Much Does the Mercedes-Benz GLE Weigh?
The curb weight for the GLE is 4,608-5,280 lbs. Weights for the GLE trims are really influenced by the available packages they all offer. The GLE 350 trim level has a curb weight of 4,608 pounds, and the 350 4MATIC® trim options have a curb weight of 4,718 pounds. The 450 4MATIC® trim weighs in at 5,013 pounds, and the 580 4MATIC® has a curb weight of 5,280 lbs.
Mercedes-Benz GLE Ground Clearance
The GLE has a ground clearance of 7.1 in. This height is applied amongst all available trim levels. For a luxury vehicle, the Mercedes-Benz GLE provides plenty of ground clearance for drivers going up high parking lot entrances and picking out potholes from a distance away.
Take The Confident Mercedes-Benz GLE for a Test Drive Near Houston TX
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