My new Used GLE 400D 2020

[fortuner]

Hi friends and Members

Did a bit of a impulse buy in Friday..

Was offered a 2020 GLE 400d with extended plan till 2027...car has only 49000 km when I picked it up.

I think its well spec car.

Here some pics

 

[martinbo]

That is a glorious car. Super colour, great engine. Perfect for SA’s rubbish roads.
Congrats and many happy, safe and satisfying miles.

 

[AndreB]

Congrats, nice ride! I drove one with airmatic and I really liked the suspension.

 

[Swissbob]

Congratulations lovely choice.

This engine is a real masterpiece.

Can you please write a little comparison with you GLC after a couple of weeks.

 

[fortuner]

So a quick write bought the car on friday for those in SA

NMI Dsm umhlangha

Saw the car Friday morning. I always liked a GLE but the GLE 400d is a monster of a suv...

I did a deal in basically 30 mins traded in my A 35 AMG which I used very less thanks to our amaizng potholes in Johannesburg. I had already changed 2 tyres in the last year..

So now I have a GLC 220d and GLE400d oh and my ever reliable 2011 c200 CDI..

Obviously with trade in and paperwork I was at the dealership all day

Drove home straight from Durbam to Johannesburg 600km drive.

What a enjoyable drive..

I dont have air suspension I doubt its needed actually evern with those huge 21 inch wheels the ride is magnificent and the handling for such a huge car is amazing.

I loved the drive it was amazing I drove till 1 pm lol not the smartest choice in SA but I did it...adrenaline rush lol

I am in love...

Its the best car I have owned by far bar maybe my w204 c63 AMG which I miss.

The car is very clean has only 9 50 thousand kilos for 2020 which is very low for our market...

Car was one owner driven has a extended plan

I absolutely love it

My best drive ever

Will share more..

Thenl engine and gearbox combination is a dream ...

The torque is just amazing and free flowing

I also drove also a 300d which is not as much fun.


This is in my opinion I mean the 400d a all in one suv

Comfy sporty and yet elegant

Trust me I am in love lol

 

[Serpens]

Congrats and many happy, safe and satisfying miles.

Couldn’t have better myself. Wonderful car - congratulations!

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

So a quick write bought the car on friday for those in SA

NMI Dsm umhlangha

Saw the car Friday morning. I always liked a GLE but the GLE 400d is a monster of a suv...

I did a deal in basically 30 mins traded in my A 35 AMG which I used very less thanks to our amaizng potholes in Johannesburg. I had already changed 2 tyres in the last year..

So now I have a GLC 220d and GLE400d oh and my ever reliable 2011 c200 CDI..

Obviously with trade in and paperwork I was at the dealership all day

Drove home straight from Durbam to Johannesburg 600km drive.

What a enjoyable drive..

I dont have air suspension I doubt its needed actually evern with those huge 21 inch wheels the ride is magnificent and the handling for such a huge car is amazing.

I loved the drive it was amazing I drove till 1 pm lol not the smartest choice in SA but I did it...adrenaline rush lol

I am in love...

Its the best car I have owned by far bar maybe my w204 c63 AMG which I miss.

The car is very clean has only 9 50 thousand kilos for 2020 which is very low for our market...

Car was one owner driven has a extended plan

I absolutely love it

My best drive ever

Will share more..

Thenl engine and gearbox combination is a dream ...

The torque is just amazing and free flowing

I also drove also a 300d which is not as much fun.


This is in my opinion I mean the 400d a all in one suv

Comfy sporty and yet elegant

Trust me I am in love lol

Congratulations mate! Smooth and safe travels in that GLE!

 

[fortuner]

Thank you all for the messages absolutely loving the GLE 400d

It’s a lovely Vehicle and I think @Mick Briesgau has same motor on his S class he could say more


I love the engine a brand new one is more than double the price … so with 50 thousand kilos and extra plan it was too good for me to refuse

 

[Gianclaudio]

Congratulations on your new car!!
Enjoy it safely!

 

[fortuner]

Thank you ...

 

[Centurion]

Lovely choice! Diesel. Whoop whoop! It's one of the few Mercs with an unmistkable interior. How are you finding climbing in and out of it? Does it feel very tall compared with your previous car?

 

[fortuner]

Lovely choice! Diesel. Whoop whoop! It's one of the few Mercs with an unmistkable interior. How are you finding climbing in and out of it? Does it feel very tall compared with your previous car?

Definitely tall compared to the replacement the A35 lol

Compared to GLC I have still it’s taller and yes definitely use the side step

The one salesman at the dealership told me
The secret to use the side step is if u climbing in on the right put your left foot first and vice versa and actually works very easy with how he showed me…

The car is tall and massive in size compared to the GLC and even massive compared to my dads precise shape GLE..

What really impressed me is that engine and yes the 21 inch this car handles wow I was shocked how it handles I mean zero body roll and it’s a massive car but feels so easy to drive.

Compared to my dads older GLE 350d which is also a smooth motor
This car is better in every every department especially the ease to drive and handle.

My dads old shape is maybe a little more comfy as he has 17 inch wheels I am on 21 inch

But yeah I love this motor can’t stop driving my car lol and I am one of those guys who is a mileage miiser lol

 

[Centurion]

Definitely tall compared to the replacement the A35 lol

Compared to GLC I have still it’s taller and yes definitely use the side step

The one salesman at the dealership told me
The secret to use the side step is if u climbing in on the right put your left foot first and vice versa and actually works very easy with how he showed me…

The car is tall and massive in size compared to the GLC and even massive compared to my dads precise shape GLE..

What really impressed me is that engine and yes the 21 inch this car handles wow I was shocked how it handles I mean zero body roll and it’s a massive car but feels so easy to drive.

Compared to my dads older GLE 350d which is also a smooth motor
This car is better in every every department especially the ease to drive and handle.

My dads old shape is maybe a little more comfy as he has 17 inch wheels I am on 21 inch

But yeah I love this motor can’t stop driving my car lol and I am one of those guys who is a mileage miiser lol

Does t have rear wheel steering or any fancy optional suspension?

 

[fortuner]

Does t have rear wheel steering or any fancy optional suspension?

Nope its a 2020

No rear steering

No air suspension

Just big 21 inch lol

But rides great and has beautiful feeling on the road

Little bumpy compared to 2016 shoe but I guess it's the 21 inch

 

[Swissbob]

With air suspension it’s a ship, the best suspension for this car is the E-ABC.

But I guess it’s very rare in RSA.

 

[fortuner]

With air suspension it’s a ship, the best suspension for this car is the E-ABC.

But I guess it’s very rare in RSA.

I don’t even think it’s offered here in RSA

I did drive one with air suspension definitely a more Mercedes Esque ride.

And the air suspension foes soak up the bumps better

The thing is I had a budget of 1 million rands and I didn’t want a car over 75000 km plus I didn’t want the standard package


My needs were
lower meilage
AMG pack
400d
Nice rims I love mine
Burmerster sound

So thankfully this car had all I wanted plus lower kilos and great condition FSH plus extended plan

So I saw the car and spec sheet and just finalised in like 15 minutes

I have driven In last two months about 7 or 8 GLE 400d and one 300d

This was by far the cleanest and best spec

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

With air suspension it’s a ship, the best suspension for this car is the E-ABC.

But I guess it’s very rare in RSA.

I believe this is only available on the GLS Maybachs in Australia now.

 

[Swissbob]

I believe this is only available on the GLS Maybachs in Australia now.

Well MBAustralia is well known for their sensible choices. SCNR.

BTW. In RSA you can order the E-ABC with the 450d, according to the configurator, you can get the 450d only as a coupe or GLS. Both GLEs are AMGs.

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

Well MBAustralia is well known for their sensible choices. SCNR.

BTW. In RSA you can order the E-ABC with the 450d, according to the configurator, you can get the 450d only as a coupe or GLS. Both GLEs are AMGs.

I'm mistaken. It is available on the GLS450 and Maybachs, but not on any GLE's.

 

[martinbo]

I don’t even think it’s offered here in RSA

I did drive one with air suspension definitely a more Mercedes Esque ride.

And the air suspension foes soak up the bumps better

The thing is I had a budget of 1 million rands and I didn’t want a car over 75000 km plus I didn’t want the standard package


My needs were
lower meilage
AMG pack
400d
Nice rims I love mine
Burmerster sound

So thankfully this car had all I wanted plus lower kilos and great condition FSH plus extended plan

So I saw the car and spec sheet and just finalised in like 15 minutes

I have driven In last two months about 7 or 8 GLE 400d and one 300d

This was by far the cleanest and best spec

You’ve done well to get a car that’s closest to what you wanted. At 1 mil you’re typically talking pre-owned 20d GLC / X3 territory so your GLE is a big step up from that. 400d six pot is a dream. Steel springs are far better for SA roads if you’re looking to keep the car for a long time. Your 21” rims might not survive the potholes unscathed but your suspension will.