GradeMercedes-Benz GLE Reliability Grade
Above-average reliability
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Reliability changes from year to year. Pick a model year to see its grade, then add mileage and price to get a deal score and estimated miles remaining.
The Mercedes-Benz GLE earns a B overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a B for its engine and a B for its transmission. It ranks 12th of 17 luxury vehicles we grade. Its engine (B) and transmission (B) grade about the same, so neither stands out as a weak point. Grades are based on 790 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
Mercedes-Benz GLE reliability by year
Overall grade for each model year, from owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Tap a year to see its full grade.
Best years: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2010 and 2019
Faded years are recent, so fewer complaints have come in. Their grades may change.
How long does the Mercedes-Benz GLE last?
A rough estimate for the model across all years, not measured for each model year.
Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. other luxury vehicles
| Model | Engine | Trans. | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexus RX | A | A | A |
| Lexus ES | A | A | A |
| Lexus GS | A- | A | A |
| Lexus NX | A | A | A |
| BMW 5 Series | B | A- | A- |
| Audi A4 | B+ | A | A- |
| BMW 3 Series | B- | B+ | B+ |
| BMW X3 | B- | B+ | B+ |
| Mercedes-Benz C-Class | B | A- | B+ |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class | B+ | A- | B+ |
| Audi Q5 | B | A- | B+ |
| Mercedes-Benz GLC | C+ | B+ | B |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE | B | B | B |
| Acura RDX | B+ | B | B |
| BMW X5 | C | C+ | C+ |
| Acura MDX | B- | D | C |
| Acura TLX | C | D | C- |
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Is the Mercedes-Benz GLE reliable?
Above-average reliability. The Mercedes-Benz GLE earns a B overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a B for its engine and a B for its transmission. It ranks 12th of 17 luxury vehicles we grade. Its engine (B) and transmission (B) grade about the same, so neither stands out as a weak point. Grades are based on 790 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
How many miles will a Mercedes-Benz GLE last?
We estimate a well-maintained Mercedes-Benz GLE lasts around 160,000 miles. That's a rough figure for the model across all years, not measured for each model year, so check the grade for the year you're looking at.
What are the best years for the Mercedes-Benz GLE?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the most reliable Mercedes-Benz GLE model years are 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2010 and 2019.
What Mercedes-Benz GLE years should I avoid?
No Mercedes-Benz GLE model year stands out as a problem year in NHTSA owner complaints.
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLE transmission reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Mercedes-Benz GLE transmission a B (above-average reliability). Reliability varies by model year, so grade the specific year you're looking at.
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLE engine reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Mercedes-Benz GLE engine a B (above-average reliability).