2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class

US · SUV · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class is listed in the US market as a suv. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid), 4.0L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid)
Transmission: 9-speed automatic
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, 4WD
Fuel: Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid
Economy: 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) combined

Generic outline for this body type. An illustration, not a photograph.

Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid), 4.0L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid)

Combined Economy

19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) combined

Drivetrain

RWD, 4WD

Transmission

9-speed automatic

Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.

Compare 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class ↗

Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid), 4.0L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid)
Displacement	2.0 L to 4.0 L
Cylinders	4 to 8
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Fuel type	Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Automatic	EPA fueleconomy.gov
Gears	9
Drivetrain	Varies by configuration: RWD, 4WD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
Highway	21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

4 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data at the last check. Last checked November 9, 2026.

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 4, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 12, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 4, 2026

Data verified: November 4, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Compare

Related vehicles

2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class
SUV, Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 5.5L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) · 4WD
20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km)
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class
SUV, Varies by configuration: Hybrid, Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder (SIDI; Mild Hybrid), 4.0L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid) · Varies by configuration: 4WD, RWD
23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km)
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class
SUV, Gasoline
2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) · Varies by configuration: FWD, 4WD
26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class
SUV, Hybrid
Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid), 4.0L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid) · 4WD
21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class
SUV, Gasoline
2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) · Varies by configuration: FWD, 4WD
28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km)
2020 Audi RS Q8
SUV, Hybrid
4.0L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid) · 591 hp (441 kW) · AWD
15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km)
2020 Toyota RAV4
SUV, Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid
Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI & PFI), 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start), 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI & PFI; Hybrid) · 219 hp (163 kW) · Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
40 mpg (5.9 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km)
2020 Lexus RX
SUV, Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid
Varies by configuration: 3.5L 6-cylinder (SIDI & PFI), 3.5L 6-cylinder (SIDI & PFI; Hybrid) · 245 hp (183 kW) · Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)

Explore similar vehicles

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class have?

Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid), 4.0L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class?

Combined fuel economy is 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, 4WD.

Are there recalls for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class?

No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data when we last checked on November 9, 2026. Recall status can change, so confirm with NHTSA or the manufacturer.