2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 43

One of the most prominent members of this class is the AMG GLE 43 SUV. Although it is a younger sibling amongst the AMG line up, it quite powerful while still being quiet and composed. The 2020 Mercedes Benz AMG GLE 43 SUV is priced at $68,150 and comes with a 3.0 Liter V6 engine.

The 2020 Mercedes Benz AMG GLE 43 comes only in one trim as always. This trim comes priced at $68,150 and equips a 3.0 liter twin-turbo V6 and the AMG 4matic driving system. Although its all the AMG provides us in the GLE 43, this trim is filled up with quite some abundant features along with the performance features induced by the AMG.

Trims	AMG GLE 43 4matic
MSRP	$68,150
Key Features	AMG DYNAMIC SELECT
	AMG Sport Suspension based on AIRMATIC
	Adaptive Damping System (ADS PLUS)
	Illustrated vehicle display
	Aluminum shift paddles
	AMG Sport Exhaust System
	Gloss Black exterior accents
	20-inch AMG 5-spoke wheels with black accents
	Nappa leather multifunction steering wheel
	Topstitched MB-Tex upper dash and door trim
	Brushed aluminum pedals
	Side-mirror logo projectors
	Premium interior lighting
	Privacy glass
	Remote Start via Mercedes me Mobile App
	KEYLESS-GO
	Dual-zone automatic climate control
	Power tilt/sliding sunroof
	MB-Tex upholstery
	Versatile cargo space and 60/40 split rear seats
	Retractable luggage cover
	Infrared-remote window opening and closing
	Power tilt/telescoping steering column
	Power-folding side mirrors
	COMAND with touchpad controller
	8-inch high-resolution color screen
	harman/kardon LOGIC7 sound system

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Although it comes in only one trim, you get various optional features and packages to upgrade and customize your GLE 43 SUV. So all we recommend you is to have a look at them and customize your SUV as per your taste.

The 2020 Mercedes Benz AMG GLE 43 SUV comes with quite a powerful and responsive engine. Its 3.0 Liter twin turbo V6 engine is capable of producing a horsepower of 385 hp and a torque of 384.lb.ft. Moreover this engine is paired up with a smooth 9G-tronic 9 speed automatic transmission and the Mercedes AMG 4matic all-wheel-drive system.

Models	Mercedes Benz AMG GLE 43 SUV	BMW X5 xDrive 40i	Audi Q8	Porsche Cayenne	Maserati Levante	Jaguar F-Pace S	Range Rover Velar S (V6)
MSRP	$68,150	$60,700	$67,400	$65,700	$75,980	$61,500	$67, 600
Engine	3.0L V6 Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded	3.0L twinturbo Inline 6	3.0L TFSI V6	3.0L turbo V6	3.0L twinturbo V6	3.0L Supercharged V6	3.0L Supercharged V6
Transmission	9G-TRONIC 9-Speed Automatic	8 Speed Automatic	8 Speed Automatic	8 Speed Automatic	8 Speed Automatic	8 Speed Automatic	8 Speed Automatic
Horsepower	385 hp@ 6100rpm	335hp	335hp	340hp	345hp	380 hp	380hp
Torque	384 ft-lbs@ 2500rpm	330 lb.ft	369 lb.ft	331 lb.ft	369 lb.ft	332 lb.ft	332 lb.ft

This V6 engine of the 2020 GLE 43 is quite powerful than most of the other midsize luxury SUVs in the class. It also beats the Jaguar F-Pace S and the Range Rover Velar S which come with a supercharged V6 engine.

Acceleration

The 2020 Mercedes Benz AMG GLE 43 might have quite a powerful engine but it's not such a power packed performer after all. It takes 5.6 seconds to accelerate to a speed of 60 MPH.

Models	Mercedes AMG GLE 43 SUV	BMW X5 xDrive 40i	Audi Q8	Porsche Cayenne	Maserati Levante	Jaguar F-Pace S	Range Rover Velar S (V6)
0-60 MPH	5.6 sec	5.3 Sec	5.6 Sec	5.9 Sec	5.8 Sec	5.1 Sec	5.3 Sec
Quarter mile	N/A	TBD	TBD	14.4 sec	TBD	TBD	TBD
Engine	3.0L V6 Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded	3.0L twinturbo Inline 6	3.0L TFSI V6	3.0L turbo V6	3.0L twinturbo V6	3.0L Supercharged V6	3.0L Supercharged V6
Curb Weight (lbs.)	4987	4,813	4,938	4,377	4,649	4,090	4,471

The GLE 43 might be quite powerful but in terms of performance it is a sluggish performer. It lags behind from the X5, F-Pace S and the Range Rover Velar S by around 0.2 seconds. However it still runs on par with the others in the series such as the Audi Q8 and in fact is faster than the Levante and Cayenne.

Ride and Handling

The 2020 Mercedes GLE 43 might not feel so sporty and athletic on the run but still feels quite composed and behaves well on the roads. It runs smoothly on the plain roads but might get a little grumpy on bumpy roads. However it corners on edgy turns with ease.

Moreover its AMG Dynamic Selects provides the driver with various driving modes such as Individual, Comfort, Slippery, Sport, and Sport + modes. These modes control the suspension and drivetrain and accordingly generates a traction in accordance to the road conditions.

Braking

The 2020 Mercedes AMG GLE 43 comes with quite large metallic brakes that give a pretty sharp bite. Its front brake is of 14.8 inches and its rear brake is of 13.6 inches. Together these two brakes are quite capable enough to stop this heavy SUV at a safe distance in emergency situations.

Model	Mercedes AMG GLE 43 SUV	BMW X5 xDrive 40i	Audi Q8	Porsche Cayenne	Maserati Levante	Jaguar F-Pace S	Range Rover Velar S (V6)
Brake Front (in.)	14.8	TBD	14.8	13.7	14.9	Tbd	13.8
Brake Rear (in.)	13.6	TBD	13.8	12.9	12.9	Tbd	12.8
60-0 MPH (ft.)	TBD	TBD	Tbd	Tbd	118	Tbd	TBD

The 2020 Mercedes AMG GLE 43 SUV might get thirsty easily. It has an average fuel economy of 19 MPG with a mileage of 17 MPG in the city and 23 on the highway.

Model	Mercedes AMG GLE 43 SUV	BMW X5 xDrive 40i	Audi Q8	Porsche Cayenne	Maserati Levante	Jaguar F-Pace S	Range Rover Velar S
MPG (city)	17	20	17	25*	16.2*	18	TBD
MPG (highway)	23	26	22	35*	24*	23	TBD
MPG (combined)	19	22	19	30*	20.2*	20	TBD
Emission (Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year)	N/A	Tbd	Tbd	5.04*	6.4*	Tbd	Tbd

* The fuel consumption and CO₂ emission figures shown were determined according to the European Regulation (EC) 715/2007 in the version applicable at the time of type approval.

The 2020 Mercedes GLE 43 is not the best SUV when it comes to fuel economy. There are others in the market such as the X5 and the F-Pace that are quite some performers and also maintain a decent thirst.

The 2020 Mercedes Benz AMG GLE 43 might look quite compact from the outside, but it is quite spacious, comfortable and luxurious on the inside. It has a head room of 40.4 inches (front) and 38.5 inches (rear), a shoulder room of 58.5 inches (front) and 58.4 inches (back and a spacious leg room of 40.3 inches (front) and 38.4 inches (back).

Model	Mercedes AMG GLE 43 SUV	BMW X5 xDrive 40i	Audi Q8	Porsche Cayenne	Maserati Levante	Jaguar F-Pace S	Range Rover Velar S
Passenger capacity	5	5	5	5	5	5	5
Front (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	40.4/58.5/40.3	40/60/39.8	37.1/ NA/ 41.6	TBD	TBD	37.8/57.7/40.3	38.1/NA/40.3
Second (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	38.5/58.4/38.4	40/58.1/37.4	38.1/NA/40.2	TBD	TBD	37.5/55.8/37.2	38/NA/37.2
Passenger Volume (cu.ft)	TBD	TBD	TBD	TBD	108	TBD	TBD

Looks like the AMG GLE 43 is quite spacious from the inside than most of its competitors. So this is that SUV which you don't have to hesitate to take someone on a long drive.

Infotainment

The 2020 GLE 43 comes with the Standard Mercedes COMAND infotainment system. This system comes with a touchpad controller, an 8 inch screen, COMAND Navigation, etc. There are also many other features that come in addition to this infotainment system. They are:

• COMAND with touchpad controller
• 8-inch high-resolution color screen
• COMAND navigation
• No-charge navigation map updates for 3 years
• Hands-free Bluetooth interface
• Harman/kardon LOGIC7 sound system
• Dual USB audio ports
• HD Radio receiver
• SiriusXM Radio with 6-month All Access trial
• 5 years of SiriusXM Traffic and Weather service
• Voice control
• Bluetooth audio streaming
• In-dash DVD/CD player and SD card reader
• Apple CarPlay
• Android Auto

Interior Features

• Power driver seat with memory
• Heated front seats
• Power liftgate
• 3 years of Mercedes me Connect Services
• Mercedes me Assist Services
• Remote Start via Mercedes me Mobile App
• KEYLESS-GO
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Power tilt/sliding sunroof
• MB-Tex upholstery
• Versatile cargo space and 60/40 split rear seats
• Retractable luggage cover
• Infrared-remote window opening and closing
• Power tilt/telescoping steering column
• Power-folding side mirrors
• Household-type 115V power outlet
• Garage door opener
• Brake HOLD feature

Cargo volume

The 2020 Mercedes Benz AMG GLE 43 gets quite spacious and helps you to easily load it up with as many utilities as you want. It has an impressive cargo cabin of 38.2 cu.ft for this purpose behind its second row.

Model	Mercedes AMG GLE 43 SUV	BMW X5 xDrive 40i	Audi Q8	Porsche Cayenne	Maserati Levante	Jaguar F-Pace S	Range Rover Velar S
Cargo Volume (ft.3)	38.2	33.9	30.5	27.1	19.4	33.5	34.4

Looks like GLE 43 has the maximum cargo when compared to its other competitors. It has around 4 cu.ft more than the Velar which comes second in line in the competition.

The 2020 Mercedes Benz AMG GLE does not get any major changes even this year. It still carries the looks of its predecessors. This 4987 lbs heavy SUV is 189.6 inches in length, 76.2 inches in width and 69.5 inches in height.

Model	Mercedes AMG GLE 43 SUV	BMW X5 xDrive 40i	Audi Q8	Porsche Cayenne	Maserati Levante	Jaguar F-Pace S	Range Rover Velar S
Curb weight (lbs.)	4987	4,813	4,938	4,377	4,649	4,090	4,471
Length(in)	189.6	194.3	196.6	193.7	197	186.3	189
Width(in)	76.2	78.9	86.2	86.4	85	81.5	85.4
Height(in)	69.5	69	67.2	66.8	66.1	65	65.5
Ground clearance (in)	6.7	TBD	5.75	8.2	TBD	8.4	8.3
Wheelbase (in)	114.8	TBD	117.9	114	118.3	113.1	113.1
Track width (in) F/R	65.1/65.9	TBD	66.1/66.8	66.2/65.9	63.9/66	64.6/65.1	64.6/65.2

The GLE looks like that SUV which is quite compact but stands tall when parked besides its competitors.

Exterior Features

• Aluminum roof rails
• Gloss Black exterior accents
• 20-inch AMG 5-spoke wheels w/black accents
• Topstitched MB-Tex upper dash and door trim
• Brushed aluminum pedals
• Side-mirror logo projectors
• Aluminum trim
• Privacy glass

The predecessors of the AMG GLE 43 has been one of the top listers of the NHTSA and IIHS charts for few years now. However the ratings of the 2020 Mercedes Benz AMG GLE 43 SUV are not yet out. Still it can be said that it is pretty safe after looking at the list of Safety features it provides you. So let's see what they are:

• Active Brake Assist
• Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call
• ATTENTION ASSIST
• LED Daytime Running Lamps and taillamps
• Trailer Stability Assist
• Crosswind Assist
• Blind Spot Assist
• Rearview camera
• PRE-SAFE
• Seat belt technology
• 9 air bags
• Adaptive braking technology
• Antilock Braking System (ABS)
• Brake Assist (BAS\xae)
• Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
• High-strength unibody
• Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• SmartKey with KEYLESS-START
• Antitheft alarm system with remote panic feature
• Rain-sensing windshield wipers
• Auto-dimming rearview and driver-side mirrors
• Lane Keeping Assist

2020 Mercedes Benz AMG GLE 43 vs BMW X5

The BMW X5 and GLE 43 have been arch nemesis for years now. The GLE 43 is powerful but the X5 is a better performer. The GLE 43 is thirsty but X5 is not that thirsty. The X5 could feel a bit congested while the GLE 43 is a bit more spacious. Most of the remaining aspects are almost on par with each other. So it's a tough decision to be taken.

2020 Mercedes Benz AMG GLE 43 vs AUDI Q8

The Audi Q8 debuts the market this year. So with this SUV in the game, the Audi does not have to compromise this segment. In terms of power and performance, both the Q8 and the GLE 43 have similar stats. However the GLE 43 is is more spacious with its lush interior and an impressive cargo space than the Q8. So Paying anout a $1,000 for it sounds justified.

2020 Mercedes Benz AMG GLE 43 vs Porsche Cayenne

The Cayenne enters an all-new generation this year and has many major updates. Still the GLE 43 is quite better than the new 2020 Porsche Cayenne in almost all the aspects. Although you will have to compromise with the dated look if you are planning to for the GLE 43 SUV.

The 2020 Mercedes Benz GLE 43 SUV might not be updated but still takes its stand amongst the top liners of this midsize SUV segment while giving them a tough competition. But looks like it's time for the Mercedes to update it. However the price being paid for it is quite justifiable for the service it provides.