Third generation plug-in technology from Mercedes-Benz 

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled its GLE 350 de 4MATIC. It has a battery with a capacity of 31.2 kWh and boasts a state-of-the-art four-cylinder diesel engine.  

The GLC 300 e 4MATIC uses the third-generation plug-in technology. 

A special rear end design and a modified rear axle create space for the large battery. There is no step in the luggage compartment, the capacity of which is still generous at up to 1915 litres.  

The proportion of electric driving is not only increased by the long range, but also by rapid recharging en route. To this end, the SUV has a combined charging socket for alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) charging.  

It is located in the left side wall, symmetrical with the fuel flap on the right side of the vehicle. At corresponding DC charging stations, the battery can be charged in approx. 20 minutes (10-80 percent state of charge (SoC)) or in approx. 30 minutes (10-100 percent SoC). 

As the largest member of the EQ Power family, the GLE 350 de 4MATIC benefits in particular from cutting-edge technology. This includes the high potential made possible by recuperation at all four wheels, with a maximum recuperation torque of 1800 Nm.  

Trailer Manoeuvring Assist makes manoeuvring with a trailer easy even for the inexperienced. It controls the steering angle of the towing vehicle automatically. 

Modern luxury both on and off the road: this is the design message of the new GLE, already communicated by its proportions with a long wheelbase, short overhangs and large, flush-fitted wheels. 

The GLE is described as ‘supremely quiet and smooth-running’.  

Mercedes-Benz says; “Its quiet, vibration-free running is currently best-in-class. And it even betters this in electric mode.”