Key highlights:
- GLE 450e PHEV starts at $156,900 before on-road costs
- Its 320kW powertrain delivers 680Nm and 0–100km/h in 5.6 seconds
- EV range reaches 87km in SUV form and 91km as a Coupe
Mercedes-Benz Australia has added a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) to its updated GLE large SUV range, bringing strong performance and electric-only driving at a price well below the AMG-tuned GLE 53. The new 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e PHEV is on sale now and is available in SUV and Coupe body styles, with prices starting at $156,900 before on-road costs.
Its 25.7kWh battery delivers up to 91km of claimed electric-only range, depending on body style. The price announcement also finalises the Australian GLE lineup, which includes seven variants across SUV and Coupe body styles.
Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e performance details
The GLE 450e combines a 3.0-litre turbocharged petrol inline-six engine with an electric motor, and together, they produce 320kW and 680Nm.
That puts it just 10kW below the GLE 53 AMG, but gives it 80Nm more torque. The hybrid takes 5.6 seconds to accelerate from 0–100km/h, making it 0.7 seconds slower than the GLE 53.
| Specification | 2027 GLE 450e |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.0-litre turbo-petrol inline-six |
| PHEV battery | 25.7kWh |
| System output | 320kW / 680Nm |
| Transmission | 9-speed AT |
| Drivetrain | 4Matic AWD |
| 0-100km/h | 5.6 secs |
| EV range | 87km (SUV) / 91km (Coupe) |
Its battery allows drivers to cover the claimed electric-only distance without using petrol, provided the battery has sufficient charge and driving conditions support the quoted range.
Exterior styling and equipment
The GLE 450e carries much of the same exterior sheet metal as the updated fourth-generation GLE, and the company has also included its AMG Line exterior styling and Night Package as standard, giving the plug-in hybrid a sportier appearance. The SUV rides on 20-inch AMG wheels, while the Coupe gets wheels one inch larger.
Standard cabin equipment includes:
- Synthetic leather upholstery
- Heated front seats
- Push-button start
- Head-up display
- Burmester sound system
- 12.3-inch MBUX infotainment display
The Coupe also receives the AMG Line Sports Seats Package, featuring suede-like microfibre inserts.
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Optional packages and accessories
Mercedes-Benz Australia lists the following options for the GLE 450e:
- Interior Comfort Package ($5,600)
- Exterior Comfort Package ($2,300)
- Airmatic Package ($3,800)
- Towbar Package ($3,000)
- Aluminium-look running boards ($1,300)
- 60kW DC charger ($1,100)
- Digital Light ($2,800)
These options let buyers add comfort, suspension, towing and lighting equipment, along with the listed DC charging option.
2027 GLE 450e price in Australia
The GLE 450e is on sale in Australia now and costs 31,000 less than the equivalent GLE 53 AMG SUV and $27,000 less than the GLE 53 AMG Coupe.
| 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE variant | Price (before on-roads) |
|---|---|
| GLE 350d 4Matic SUV | $142,300 |
| GLE 450 4Matic Coupé | $160,400 |
| GLE 450e 4Matic SUV | $156,900 (New) |
| GLE 450e 4Matic Coupé | $160,900 (New) |
| AMG GLE 53 4Matic+ SUV | $187,900 |
| AMG GLE 53 4Matic+ Coupé | $187,900 |
| AMG GLE 63 S 4Matic+ SUV | $277,900 |
| AMG GLE 63 S 4Matic+ Coupé | $279,900 |
2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE lineup now has seven variants spanning traditional SUV and Coupe body styles. The facelifted GLE range includes diesel, petrol, plug-in hybrid and high-performance AMG models.
Mercedes-Benz has also dropped the previous 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine from the Australian lineup, meaning every variant now uses a six-cylinder or V8 powertrain.
The core diesel and petrol variants are due in Australian showrooms late in 2026, while the high-performance AMG models are scheduled to arrive in early 2027.
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