The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e puts personal style front and center, giving drivers around Beverly Hills access to a range of exclusive appearance packages to configure this plug-in hybrid SUV to their liking. Standard aluminum roof rails make it ready for cargo carriers, adapting effortlessly to whatever adventure comes next.
Drivers can select from more than 10 exterior paint colors and 7 wheel options to give the 2026 GLE 450e their own personal stamp. Extras such as running boards, a roof spoiler, and an illuminated star offer even more customization for buyers in Los Angeles.
Standard aluminum roof rails are precision-built to support genuine Mercedes-Benz accessories, including bike carriers, ski holders, surfboard mounts, and cargo boxes, available through the authorized parts department.
Adding the AMG Line Exterior package brings signature AMG styling to the GLE 450e, including a bold star-pattern grille, aerodynamically shaped bumpers, and louvered accents beneath the MultiBeam LED headlights. The Night Package layers on gloss-black trim, a combination popular with drivers near Santa Monica.
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e SUV pairs plug-in hybrid innovation with an intelligent suite of connected technology features. From its intuitive MBUX infotainment system to advanced driver assistance and available adaptive suspension, the GLE 450e delivers a sophisticated, confident driving experience on every road.
The 2026 GLE 450e's MBUX system centers the cabin around an intuitive, floating all-digital dashboard that keeps navigation, entertainment, and vehicle settings easily accessible. Standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connect your favorite apps and contacts seamlessly through the multimedia screen.
The 2026 GLE 450e comes equipped with a comprehensive suite of intelligent safety and assistance features, including Active Brake Assist, Blind Spot Assist, and Active Lane Keeping Assist. These systems work seamlessly in the background to help you stay aware, react faster, and drive with greater confidence.
A compatible 60kW DC fast charger takes the GLE 450e's battery from 10% to 80% in as little as 20 minutes. When a charger isn't available, intelligent regenerative braking and the onboard combustion engine keep the battery charged, so convenience is always within reach.
Inside the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e, luxury and innovation work together to create a genuinely premium cabin experience. The MBUX infotainment system anchors the driver's space, while heated memory seats, premium materials, and adaptive ambient lighting make every drive through Hollywood feel more refined.
A floating, all-digital dashboard powered by MBUX keeps navigation, entertainment, and vehicle settings easily accessible. Paired with a Nappa leather-trimmed steering wheel featuring haptic touch controls and 64-color LED ambient lighting, the cabin delivers a distinctly Mercedes-Benz feel.
Standard heated power seats with memory function restore your preferred position before you've even settled in. Available ventilated and multicontour front seats with signature massage function elevate comfort even further.
The 2026 GLE 450e is equipped with seven airbags for 9-way occupant protection, PRE-SAFE® technology that responds ahead of a detected collision, and a standard 360-degree surround-view camera that eliminates blind spots — added peace of mind for drivers near Westwood.
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| Specifications | GLE 450e 4MATIC SUV |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 |
| Power | 381 hp (combined) |
| Cargo Capacity | 31.5-74.9 cu ft |
| Automatic Transmission | 9G-TRONIC 9-speed |
| Engine | 2.0L inline-4 turbo with Plug-In Hybrid technology |
| Acceleration (0-60 mph) | 5.8 sec** |
**Stated rates of acceleration are estimated based upon manufacturer's track results and may vary depending on model, environmental and road surface conditions, driving style, elevation and vehicle load.