- The 2024 GLE350 is almost here with the year already coming to an end.
- Although it’s not 2024 yet, the vehicle is already available for sale in Nigeria.
- Experts note that the 2024 GLE350 has the best fuel economy of all the 2024 GLE SUVs that Mercedes launched for 2024.
The 2024 Mercedes Benz GLE 350 is almost in the market, and in no time, the vehicle will start trooping in the Nigerian market. While the 2024 GLE350 is the base trim of the 2024 GLE SUV, experts have noted that the vehicle stands out compared to other trims.
In this article, we explore some of the key features of the 2024 GLE 350 that make the vehicle stand out from the rest.
Overview of the 2024 Mercedes Benz GLE350
For the 2024 GLE model, Mercedes introduces a GLE-class SUV that experts have described as having the “panache and features you’re familiar with, but rival SUVs in the mid-size segment are closely matched.” Like other Benz, the 2024 model is equipped with lots of tech features and comes with a turbo inline-four engine.
The 2024 GLE350 also has a monolithic dashboard display that provides a lot of digital space. The 2024 GLE350 Mercedes offers more off-road capability when equipped with an optional air suspension that can provide more ground clearance.
Interestingly, what Mercedes has done to the look of the 2024 GLE350 is giving it a facelift to include a revised front bumper design, an updated grille, new lighting elements, and restyled wheels, and its higher trims come with a plug-in hybrid powertrain. While the GLE has higher trims, experts recommend the GLE350 model because “it moves with enough authority to satisfy most drivers.” Not only that, the GLE350 has the best fuel economy of all the other models.
What’s the Engine Capacity of the 2024 Mercedes Benz GLE 350
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 comes powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder engine with either rear- or all-wheel drive (4Matic in Mercedes parlance) and a nine-speed automatic transmission that produces 255 horsepower. With the higher trims like the GLE450, you will get 362 horsepower, with the plug-in hybrid, GLE450e producing 381 horsepower, and the GLE580 produces a whopping 504 horsepower.
What’s the Fuel Economy of the 2024 Mercedes Benz GLE 350
The GLE350 has the same fuel economy as the GLE450 which has an EPA rating of 20 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway (22 mpg combined). This is the best fuel economy you will get from the 2024 GLE as other trims like the GLE580 have lower fuel economy.
What’s the Interior of the 2024 Mercedes Benz GLE 350 Like?
The 2024 Mercedes GLE350 comes with fine materials such as genuine leather, wood, and metal imparting a sense of true luxury. The front seats, armrests, and centre console of the SUV can be heated. In the dashboard area, the GLE has some prominent displays and is filled with other tech features.
The GLE350 also uses a 12.3-inch infotainment display screen that is almost the length of the dashboard and offers several ways to interact with the system, including the MBUX voice recognition system. The MBUX is just like Apple’s Siri and Google’s Virtual Assistant that responds to commands, which helps the driver to keep their hands on the wheel and focus on driving.
Although the 2024 GLE350 comes equipped with the MBUX, the vehicle also has the wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as well as a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot as standard, making and answering calls, texts, and other communications easier for the driver.
What are Some of the Safety Features of the 2024 Mercedes GLE 350
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 comes equipped with a series of tech features. However, only a handful of features are standard in the vehicle, and they include:
- Automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection
- Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert
- Adaptive cruise control
How Much is the 2024 Mercedes GLE 350 in Nigeria?
The Manufacturer’s Starting Retail Price for the 2024 Mercedes GLE350 is $63,800, which is over N71 million today. However, with the current import tariff in Nigeria, buyers will have to spend over N90 million to purchase one of the 2024 Mercedes GLE350 in Nigeria.
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