The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE is certified across 8 configurations with 3L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine, 2L 4-Cylinder Engine, 4L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include 4-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic 9-spd. EPA classified under the Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD / Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD size category.
Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation
| Configuration / Model | Engine & Displacement | Cylinders | Induction / Tech | Transmission | Drivetrain | Fuel System |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE450 4matic Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 3L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine | 6 | Hybrid Electric Assist | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| GLE350 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 9-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| GLE350 4matic Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| AMG GLE53 4matic Plus Coupe Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 3L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine | 6 | Hybrid Electric Assist | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| AMG GLE53 4matic Plus Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 3L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine | 6 | Hybrid Electric Assist | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| GLE580 4matic Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 4L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine | 8 | Hybrid Electric Assist | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| AMG GLE63 S 4matic Plus Coupe Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 4L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine | 8 | Hybrid Electric Assist | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| AMG GLE63 S 4matic Plus Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 4L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine | 8 | Hybrid Electric Assist | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium |
Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe SUV 4WD
Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.
Cross-reference fuel economy, safety ratings, owner defect complaints, and recall notices
Vehicle summary, key performance indicators, and primary reliability metrics.
EPA certified city/highway fuel economy, electric battery range, and annual fuel costs.
NHTSA 5-Star NCAP crash tests, rollover risk, and active driver assistance.
NHTSA consumer defect complaint filings by affected vehicle component.
Official safety recall notices, defect descriptions, and free dealer remedies.
Direct, deterministic answers synthesized from verified United States government databases for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE is certified with 3L and 2L and 4L 6-Cylinder / 4-Cylinder / 8-Cylinder engine options across factory configurations.
Certified specifications reflect official EPA emissions and fuel economy filings under 40 CFR Part 600.
Yes. The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE is available with 4-Wheel Drive and Rear-Wheel Drive configurations depending on trim package.
Drivetrain layout affects vehicle curb weight, traction capabilities, and EPA-certified fuel economy ratings.
Factory certification records list Automatic 9-spd transmission architectures for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE.
Transmission specifications represent factory certified equipment tested for emissions and fuel economy compliance.
Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries under 40 CFR Part 600.
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