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2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 customer reviews

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safety issue.

PROS
Dashboard
Styling
CONS
Cost to Maintain

I am the original owner of a 2021 GLE, purchased in April 2021. The vehicle is currently 4 years and 6 months and 22 days old with approximately 49,000 miles - Despite meticulous adherence to all scheduled maintenance performed and no warning lights activated the vehicle suffered a catastrophic and complete engine failure on November 12, 2025. This type of premature and total engine failure in a properly maintained, low-mileage vehicle is clearly a defect in material or workmanship. This is a serious safety defect that rendered the vehicle completely inoperable with no warning. Mercedes USA has offered no assistance regarding the current inoperable car that I own, despite the fact that they are very well aware of the engine issues that the C class and the GLE are currently experiencing. The Service diagnostic states the car timing chain jumped and resulted in catastrophic failure. Buyers beware, check on any Mercedes with 2.0-liter inline-4 turbocharged gasoline engine. Unfortunately, this engine has exhibited alarming defects, typically surfacing shortly after the expiration of the manufacturer’s warranty. Drivers face severe mechanical issues, with dramatic repair costs.

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Value

after 4 1/2 years, the car has no value as it doesn’t run

Andrea
Dec 21, 2025
Major build quality problems

PROS
Interior Space

Best in class second row leg room and space for rear facing child seats.

Technology and Entertainment

Nice interior, infotainment.

Styling

Best looking SUV in its class.

CONS
Reliability

Horrible build quality issues. AC evaporator broke and needed to be replaced; would have been $7k out of warranty. Took 3 weeks and involved ripping apart the entire dashboard / steering column, all the way to the engine bay. Watch youtube for how complex and insane the build design is.

Power

Power of the 350 is pretty weak. Undersized 2.0L turbo for a 2.5 ton SUV just doesn't work on the GLE, but it's solid for the GLC300 (I've owned both). Still eats up gas.

Cost to Maintain

This thing just chews through brake pads and rotors (both need to be replaced each time). It is just big, heavy, unwieldy, and it both feels that way dynamically and wears out all corresponding parts.

Simon
Apr 18, 2025
Great car, excellent condition

PROS
Interior Space

very roomy, car was very clean and like new interior.

Ride and Handling

Drives very well, handles great and comfortable

Cargo Space

There is plenty of room for persons and cargo

CONS
Cost to Maintain
James
Dec 28, 2024
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2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 FAQs

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 has a maximum towing capacity of between 5950 and 7700 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 has received an average 3.2 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE350, check out reviews from customers just like you.

The Mercedes-Benz GLE350 received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Mercedes-Benz GLE350 as 9 out of 29 among Luxury Midsize SUV

Here are the pros and cons of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE350: Pros - Interior Space - Technology and Entertainment - Styling Cons - Cost to Maintain - Reliability - Power

Here is what's new for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE350: - Rear Air Conditioning - Automated Parking - Satellite Radio Ready

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 offers the following fuel efficiency options: • Gas: 19 city / 26 highway MPG Actual mileage may vary based on driving conditions, vehicle condition, and driving habits.

This price does not include tax, title, and tags. Additional fees may also apply depending on the state of purchase.

*Price excludes state and local taxes, title, registration, tags, and any optional products or services. Price assumes that final purchase will be made in the State of VA, unless vehicle is non-transferable. Vehicle subject to prior sale. Applicable transfer fees are due in advance of vehicle delivery and are separate from sales transactions. Limited warranty is 30 days. See store for details. We make every effort to provide accurate information, but please verify before purchasing.