The 2024 Mercedes SUV lineup showcases the refreshed GLE, a vehicle that elevates the standard of luxury SUVs through its striking design and advanced technology. This model year introduces a range of versatile new technologies, electrified powertrains, and opulent appointments, solidifying the GLE’s position as a leader in the luxury SUV segment.
Inside the 2024 GLE, drivers and passengers are enveloped in an environment of enhanced sophistication. Mercedes-Benz has incorporated features, materials, and finishes previously exclusive to the ultra-luxurious Mercedes-Maybach GLS SUV, bringing an even higher level of refinement to the GLE. New color schemes refresh the cabin, while an updated steering wheel featuring intuitive sensor surfaces adds a modern touch to the driving experience. For those seeking ultimate personalization, the available MANUFAKTUR trim further elevates the interior aesthetics, ensuring the GLE continues to set benchmarks for spacious SUV luxury.
Beyond its luxurious appointments, the 2024 Mercedes GLE is engineered to explore new horizons. For adventurous drivers, an available Off-Road Engineering Package enhances the capability of the GLE580 4MATIC, equipping it with robust features designed to tackle challenging terrains. Increased ground clearance provides better obstacle clearance, while underbody protection safeguards vital components. The inclusion of an OFFROAD drive mode optimizes vehicle settings for off-pavement excursions, instilling confidence when venturing off the beaten track. A particularly innovative feature is the “transparent hood” function, which utilizes cameras to display a virtual view beneath the front of the vehicle. This technology empowers drivers to precisely visualize the ground surface and accurately position the vehicle’s tires when navigating difficult terrain.
Powering the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE is a suite of advanced electrified powertrains, designed to deliver both performance and efficiency. The lineup includes the new GLE450e 4MATIC plug-in hybrid, offering a compelling blend of electric driving range and gasoline engine power. Furthermore, new mild-hybrid systems across the range utilize a 48-volt architecture and an Integrated Starter Generator (ISG). This technology not only provides intervals of supplemental power, enhancing the already impressive performance, but also contributes to improved fuel efficiency, showcasing the hybrid benefits within the GLE.
The 2024 GLE also benefits from the second-generation Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX), transforming the cockpit into an even more digital and intelligent space. Leveraging Artificial Intelligence, MBUX intuitively assists in controlling vehicle functions through touch or voice commands. The enhanced “Hey, Mercedes” voice assistant now understands and learns an expanded range of natural language commands, making interaction with the GLE more seamless, intuitive, and enjoyable than ever before. This advanced MBUX system ensures the 2024 Mercedes SUV GLE remains at the forefront of automotive technology and user-centric design.
