Honestly, I only watch these for Rory. He makes these reviews super enjoyable and the easy to watch. I don't know but Autotrader should do its best to not let you go.
I just bought this car and it's literally PURE LUXURY!! I have the GLE 350 AMG SUV. I got the 7 seat package incase we choose to have a bigger family. The only thing I wish I did is to add a massage seat. I've never been more in love with a car. It has amazing gas mileage especially for long distance travel. We drove 1700 miles from California to Iowa and only had to put gas 4 times. The interior is top notch! Exterior paint has tiny sparkles to it. I got the emerald green color which looks black in low light, then you come closer snd it changes to green. I receive so many compliments about it almost everyday.
Wow the production quality of your videos improves with every upload. I'm not even looking to buy a car but I watched through the whole thing!! DAYUM lol
GLE450 2020 year owner here, 3 years later 75 k miles. Perfect in all respect. I have AMG package and it looks business. No issues with this car. Keeper for next 2 years.
And an issue that has been solved, starting with the 2024 model year. So I have 2 MB products, a 2022 E450 All-Terrain Wagon and a 2024 GLE450. The 2022 E450 has the "half display", while the 2024 GLE450 has the Apple CarPlay spread out superbly across the entire 12.3" display,
Great review! I like the shape of this version of the GLE than the last one. More aerodynamic with simple, elegant lines, which spells understated luxury.
To use Rory's own phrase, both he and the production team are just like Merc's interior and software designers, top of their game. Few others meet these standards, bravo. Oh. and nice car too, though the front end design is a bit shouty. Whatever happened to Merc' design elegance?
I have a 2020 GLE, it’s a great car. The tech is amazing, with MBUX. That said the previous generation handled better and Mercedes removed memory seating as standard to make you get the Premium package. Car play is also £300 which is downloadable, but that is more Apples fault making it chargeable.
I've been driving a hire GLE 350d for the last couple of weeks while one of my cars is off the road - I almost bought one of these SO glad I went for an X7 instead. Maybe it's because it was brand new when the hire company delivered it but compared to my BMW it's positively agricultural. Stop start system incredibly jerky, holds gears too long whatever drive setting you use, windscreen wipers like I had on a Ford Sierra about 30 years ago, lots of scratchy plastic and fake wood with sharp edges, rear electric seat button failed to operate, digital dash steering wheel controls appallingly designed... the list could go on. I'd certainly place Mercedes well down the German car pecking order for build quality behind Porsche, BMW, all VAG group products. Incredibly disappointed.
Thanks Rory, another great vid. I just don't understand these SUV things! Maybe if you're towing a horse box & need something with a little off-road capability then you might have to use the 'grab handles'. Otherwise buy a big estate/people carrier. 9 speed gearbox? My S5 has 7 & in sport mode doing 70 it's still in 6th. Diesel is on the way out!. All the best.......
I’m glad he said that about the face of the Benz… IMO, it’s uninspired and undignified… btw, why the hell they stop putting the "standup" three pointed star and started using a flat badge on the hood? That was what I always loved about being in one - being able to look out on the hood and see that… smh…
Hey Rory, Awesome review. When yo mentioned that the GLE 400d doesn't feel as quick as Porche. Is it quick on your 0-60? Also, have you tried this car on a mild off road and do you hear the body squeak? Since it is not a monocoque chasis.
Great production as ever and 1st class work from Rory. Audi driver personally, but another quality product from Mercedes. Not sure about white though….
Great video! I have been thinking about this vehicle. Can you do something about the GLE 4 Matic 2021. I understand that it is four wheel but is it worth it? I think this vehicle comes in front and rear wheel and 4 wheel. What do you think of the 4 Matic? Thanks
Is the GLE interior space enough for your use-cases, or do you need the extra space the GLS provides. The answer to this question, should determine the choice you make.
@@AutoTraderTV thank you for your swift response! Can I be cheeky and get your thoughts on getting a diesel car (400D) in London in 2021 with all the upcoming regulations?
This is way better than that fancy Highlander. The GLE is a RWD based vehicle with modern tech and a way nicer interior, it also offers V8 engines unlike the RX.
@@kristians2704 V8 is cool but it has too much plastic for the price of the car... It's not a fancy Highlander, it is Takumi craftsmanship at its finest.
As an x7 owner totally agree - I've had a GLE 350d on hire while my M340i is in the garage - never have I been so disappointed in a car than with this MB.
"I don't like the face. It looks miserable. Every time I approach the car it seems like it's unhappy to see me". Rory, if Shakespeare were around today, he would steal a few of your lines.
Honestly, I only watch these for Rory. He makes these reviews super enjoyable and the easy to watch. I don't know but Autotrader should do its best to not let you go.
Absolutely - it's the only reason I'd watch a review of the mobile privacy problem called Mercedes.
me to
agree! hes great!
@@freddoflintstono9321 yeh haha funny mate
I agree. His vocabulary and dramatic pauses are outstanding. "Nipple"
"Blessed with the gift of extreme fertility and you've chosen to use it!"🤣🤣🤣
🤣 lamao
This line....hahahahaha
Meantime Mat Watson making cringy jokes and stupidly.
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣. You're not alone. I burst out laughing my lungs out when he so diplomatically said it 🤣
I just bought this car and it's literally PURE LUXURY!! I have the GLE 350 AMG SUV. I got the 7 seat package incase we choose to have a bigger family. The only thing I wish I did is to add a massage seat. I've never been more in love with a car. It has amazing gas mileage especially for long distance travel. We drove 1700 miles from California to Iowa and only had to put gas 4 times. The interior is top notch! Exterior paint has tiny sparkles to it. I got the emerald green color which looks black in low light, then you come closer snd it changes to green. I receive so many compliments about it almost everyday.
Is the 350 enough juice to haul 7 people? I've always thought the 4 cylinders to be underpowered.
@@QJHKI The 350 is the 6 cylinder. I think you meant 300 which is the 4 cylinder.
@@thenovicegamer007 the 350 is definitely 4 cylinders.
@@Boguardis Err, no. The 350 is a 6 cylinder diesel.
@@thenovicegamer007 not in the US...
Rory you’re an amazing reviewer
Top gear keeps fumbling bruh
*BBC
Yeah I agree.
💯💯
Shame he isn't in top gear any more
Wow the production quality of your videos improves with every upload. I'm not even looking to buy a car but I watched through the whole thing!! DAYUM lol
"So you can take this GLE to IKEA, and dominate. DOMINATE." rofl. Subbed.
Car is nice but what really made this video enjoyable was the reviewer. Informative, honest opinion and so funny at the same time. We’ll done sir.
"Blessed with the gift of extreme fertility" for "human luggage" you "DOMINATE, DOMINATE" :D :D
😂fk rory..how can u do this.. ❤️😂
LOL
Whereas Mat Watson making cringy jokes and stupidity.
Been blessed making mini me's, some shouldn't sorry.
GLE450 2020 year owner here, 3 years later 75 k miles. Perfect in all respect. I have AMG package and it looks business. No issues with this car. Keeper for next 2 years.
These in black look pretty immense, I quite like the front styling
Thank you! Finally a car with the steering on the correct side! Thoroughly enjoyed this
Another fantastic presentation from Rory, best reviewer on TH-cam bar none!✌️
Well.....Chris Harris......🤔
Love the GLE but ended up with a 2021 GLC 43 AMG, so comfortable, smooth and fast.
I love my GLE and the fact you called out my only issue with that half display on Apple CarPlay.. Rory you’re on top of your game! 💯
And an issue that has been solved, starting with the 2024 model year.
So I have 2 MB products, a 2022 E450 All-Terrain Wagon and a 2024 GLE450. The 2022 E450 has the "half display", while the 2024 GLE450 has the Apple CarPlay spread out superbly across the entire 12.3" display,
Seeing it “live”, it’s quite impressive, frankly 👌🏻
Don't tell me you don't find the newer designs bland.
Meaning in person?
"Nipple on the steering wheel" dead
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Great review! I like the shape of this version of the GLE than the last one. More aerodynamic with simple, elegant lines, which spells understated luxury.
If there were Oscar’s for car reviewers, you would easily win! Best reviewer by far.
Rory the Man 😂❤️
Rory, this shoot is very dark!
To use Rory's own phrase, both he and the production team are just like Merc's interior and software designers, top of their game. Few others meet these standards, bravo. Oh. and nice car too, though the front end design is a bit shouty. Whatever happened to Merc' design elegance?
I actually don't mind the face. I feel it's fitting for the vehicle 🤷🏽♂️
I have a 2020 GLE, it’s a great car. The tech is amazing, with MBUX. That said the previous generation handled better and Mercedes removed memory seating as standard to make you get the Premium package. Car play is also £300 which is downloadable, but that is more Apples fault making it chargeable.
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Of course they're gonna make it chargeable. It's Apple ffs
This car review is fire. I love Mercedes 💘
Most honest review great job
The buttons on the steering wheel look like they've been recycled from old Blackberry's 😂
Having driven one for 2 weeks on hire I can tell you they are crap!
I think it's face is perfect.
I've been driving a hire GLE 350d for the last couple of weeks while one of my cars is off the road - I almost bought one of these SO glad I went for an X7 instead. Maybe it's because it was brand new when the hire company delivered it but compared to my BMW it's positively agricultural. Stop start system incredibly jerky, holds gears too long whatever drive setting you use, windscreen wipers like I had on a Ford Sierra about 30 years ago, lots of scratchy plastic and fake wood with sharp edges, rear electric seat button failed to operate, digital dash steering wheel controls appallingly designed... the list could go on. I'd certainly place Mercedes well down the German car pecking order for build quality behind Porsche, BMW, all VAG group products. Incredibly disappointed.
So bad is Mercedes this days?
I love ur vids Rory 😚
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I love this car, it's a must have🥰🥰.My dream car
the X5 is still the best looking car in this segment, i have never been a fan of how the ML/GLE looks at back from the side.
Spot on as an X7 owner I'd say BMW has a much better quality interior, smoother engine and much better driver ergonomics.
AutoTrader made the awesome decision of getting this guy in front of their cameras.
Rory is the best reviewer
Fight me !
He's ace
Thanks Rory, another great vid. I just don't understand these SUV things! Maybe if you're towing a horse box & need something with a little off-road capability then you might have to use the 'grab handles'. Otherwise buy a big estate/people carrier. 9 speed gearbox? My S5 has 7 & in sport mode doing 70 it's still in 6th. Diesel is on the way out!. All the best.......
You had me at "...DOMINATE!"
The GLE is imo a great midsize luxurious suv to consider if I were to shop one
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Thank you very much for this review.
Brilliant review. Not my kind of car, but worth watching for the review!
Thank God I will buy one for myself
I’m glad he said that about the face of the Benz… IMO, it’s uninspired and undignified… btw, why the hell they stop putting the "standup" three pointed star and started using a flat badge on the hood? That was what I always loved about being in one - being able to look out on the hood and see that… smh…
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Still get the gunsight on the new S Class (because, I suspect, its RR and Bentley competitors also have bonnet mascots).
In EU it's forbidden because of pedestrians safety.
@@piotrrogoznicki6358 wow…
Hey Rory please review a Maybach GLS 600 the poshest suv
"can take this gle to ikea and dominate, dominate"🤣🤣🤣
My fav car reviewer by far
Hey Rory, Awesome review. When yo mentioned that the GLE 400d doesn't feel as quick as Porche. Is it quick on your 0-60?
Also, have you tried this car on a mild off road and do you hear the body squeak? Since it is not a monocoque chasis.
Great review as always
One of the best car reviewers you are Rory
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Definitely that's the best Suv 🔝🔝
I just love cars 😍
Love that car! 😍✨
1.22-"speaking of human luggage, if you have been blessed with the gift of extreme fertility.." 🤣🤣🤣🤣 kickar$€ line!!
This presenter is awesome. No joke.
Top reviewer. Thanks Rory.
Just love your videos.
Keep at it
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Outstanding review, thank you.
A car costing half of my mortgage is sheer madness, I swear with my pint of beer I will go to the bus.
Do they also give away cars in South Africa?😄🙂
Looks like a block of council flats. Especially in white.
Loved this review! So funny 😆
Great production as ever and 1st class work from Rory. Audi driver personally, but another quality product from Mercedes. Not sure about white though….
Could they put a bigger front emblem on,does it flip down to cook a pizza ?
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Yooo who is the reviewer? I’m upgrading to the GLE now… !
Rory Reid
U will enjoy it
2:50 If I can afford a GLE I wouldn't be shopping at IKEA...
Really? It’s not that expensive
@@DodgeViperAS lol...u r funny
Great video! I have been thinking about this vehicle. Can you do something about the GLE 4 Matic 2021. I understand that it is four wheel but is it worth it? I think this vehicle comes in front and rear wheel and 4 wheel. What do you think of the 4 Matic? Thanks
The fertility part got me…🤣🤣🤣
Finally! Someone said it. The front design is not it for me.. Got me rooting for the x5 and the Cayenne
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can you shoot the glb model king
th-cam.com/video/0kqMe9bnz9U/w-d-xo.html
Shot locally to me. I often drive on that road.
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Excellent review
Great review!
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My dad is considering one of these
Hello,please help,I don't know what to choose between GLE 400d and GLS 400d.I prefer a sportier one in terms of looks but I don't know which to buy.
Is the GLE interior space enough for your use-cases, or do you need the extra space the GLS provides. The answer to this question, should determine the choice you make.
Portland, JAMAICA in the Building!!!!
Struggling to choose between this or the volvo xc90 t8
Hey ppl, what's the soundtrack post "Dominate" statement?!)))
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If one doesn't think a car is so and so fast I would advice them to thrust the brochure.
Are these reliable?
It's a decent and calm vehecle
I can confirm that i am extremely blessed with fertility and have chosen this car for its 7 seats configuration 😂😂
Nappa leather looks like proper quality here. Merc generally pull off white beautifully but not on this particular GLE. Maybe darker colours suit it.
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Light??
Hi Rory, would you recommend the 400d or the 450 if you only do around 6k miles annually. Many thanks!
400D
@@AutoTraderTV thank you for your swift response! Can I be cheeky and get your thoughts on getting a diesel car (400D) in London in 2021 with all the upcoming regulations?
@@alansabu95 Modern diesels are ULEZ compliant. It’s the old cars you should be worried about.
No I was looking at it with my dad and we are now looking at getting the Range Rover Sport but the price isn't similar at all
Hey. Can you please test drive the Mercedes GLS? If you do get a chance.
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I got the same car but a 350d - awesome family car!
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Needs to be grey to really stand out for its agressiveness
Lol bro wow u joined TH-cam in 2008 wow I born in 2008 u Beeen on TH-cam for 13 😮 yaerd
@@awil2 damn, made me feel seriously old now 😂 I'm only 24 though
they offer grey as a color option, I was just on their configurator
@@rhishabdahal3025 yes, I've driven a dark grey (it's not called Mountain Grey, it's something else) unit and it was really really nice.
The Lexus Rx has a huge advantage over its competitors because of the smooth 3.5 n/a V6 engine paired to Toyota's iconic hybrid system.
This is way better than that fancy Highlander. The GLE is a RWD based vehicle with modern tech and a way nicer interior, it also offers V8 engines unlike the RX.
New Lexus NX is coming out soon with modern tech and way nicer interior, reliability, plug in hybrid technology, saving you a ton of money.
@@kristians2704 V8 is cool but it has too much plastic for the price of the car...
It's not a fancy Highlander, it is Takumi craftsmanship at its finest.
@@dragospahontu it’s based on a FWD Highlander platform
@@dragospahontu GLE also offers a plug in diesel & petrol hybrid.
X5 is better. In this gen BMW nailed it. And beated each one
Agree
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As an x7 owner totally agree - I've had a GLE 350d on hire while my M340i is in the garage - never have I been so disappointed in a car than with this MB.
You are correct.
The video is exactly what Rory's shirt says
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Rory it is time for review on Croatian coast.
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I enjoyed watching the Video Review. I have some on the Road and I don’t think It looks that bad
Maybe bmw X5 is a better car
Extreme fertility *snork* "spits out wine"
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That rear seat being slow to operate could be dangerous in an emergency situation, so not for me. Can't afford one anyway.
"I don't like the face. It looks miserable. Every time I approach the car it seems like it's unhappy to see me". Rory, if Shakespeare were around today, he would steal a few of your lines.
I believe the on-wheel controller is called the 'Clitoris'....
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0:07 You are in Europe, in America the GLE is mid size, in Europe it is big
Wrong
I’d defo go for the Range Rover Sport
My mum has a GLC in literally that exact spec.
but it ain't the same car
@@yeetusdelete0 🤣
Very luxurious beautiful design nice interior
Love this guy!!!!
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