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2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE 400 4MATIC SUV W166 (Automatic / 9 Gears) 4×4 [2015-2018]

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Overview

2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE 400 4MATIC SUV W166 (Automatic / 9 Gears) 4×4 [2015-2018]

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE 400 4MATIC, offered in Europe from mid-2016 to August 2018 (W166), is a model of the large luxury SUV (Executive E-Segment) with 5 doors and permanent 4×4 traction (4Matic) . This variant is notable for its sporty performance thanks to its turbocharged engine, including a 2996 cm3 V6 (Daimler-Benz M276 E30) petrol engine with two turbochargers and direct injection. The engine produces 333 hp / 329 hp / 245 kW at 5250 – 6000 rpm and 480 Nm of torque at 1600 – 4000 rpm. Combined with a 9-speed automatic transmission (Daimler-Benz 9G-TRONIC) , it accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 5.8 seconds and reaches a top speed of 239 km/h . Its combined fuel consumption is 12.3 L/100km . The car has a length of 4819 mm , a width of 1935 mm, a height of 1796 mm and weighs 2075 kg , with a large fuel tank of 93 liters.

Model:W166 GLE 400 4MATIC SUV
Production year:2016
Transmission:Automatic 9 speed
Starting price:€37,498
Engine size:3.0 L
Max torque:480 Nm
Cylinders alignment:V 6
Charge system:Gasoline with 2 turbocharger
Displacement:2996 cm3
Max power:333 PS / 329 hp / 245 kW
Fuel type:Gasoline
Fuel consumption:12.3 L/100km combined
Extra-urban:8.5-10.2 L/100km
City:15.7-18.8 L/100km
Emission standard:Euro 6
Body style:SUV
0-80 km/h:4.1 s
0-100 km/h:5.8 s
0-160 km/h:15.3 s
0-200 km/h:28.7 s
Top speed:239 km/h
Curb weight:2075 kg
Gross weight:2900 kg
Length:4819 mm
Width:1935 mm
Height:1796 mm
Fuel capacity:93 liters

Expert Assessment

Consumption
60%
Safety
90%
Performance
90%
Driveability
85%
Durability
70%
Maintenance
55%
Design
85%
Summary

The Mercedes-Benz GLE 400 4MATIC (2016) is rated by experts as a high-performance luxury SUV with very comfortable driving. Its strong point is the V6 biturbo M276 engine, which offers instant power (333 hp) and sporty feel. The main downsides are high fuel consumption (12.3 L/100km), high maintenance costs, and common problems reported with the M276 engine include oil leaks from the upper hoods of the distribution chain, bump-axis regulator (Camshaft Adjuster) defects that cause noise during ignition, and sometimes electrical problems, as well as coolant leaks from the water pump or thermostat.

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