Mercedes-Benz PH expands NEV lineup with new GLE 400 e PHEV

According to the Three-Pointed Star marque's local distributor, the Mercedes-Benz GLE 400 e PHEV combines dynamic performance with efficient electric driving.

On paper, the premium crossover offers measures:

Overall dimensions (length, width, height; in millimeters [mm>)	4,924 x 2,110 x 1,797
Wheelbase (in mm)	2,995
Kerb weight (in kilograms)	2,310
Payload capacity (in kilograms)	575-700

Outside, the vehicle comes with the familiar hexagon grille that houses the Mercedes-Benz pattern, front and rear aprons, multi-beam LED headlamps.

Other notable exterior appointments include:

• AMG claddings
• Air inlets and outlets
• Surround illumination with brand logo projection
• Electronically-folding side mirrors
• Aluminum roof rails
• Aluminum running board with rubber studs
• Body-colored front and rear wing flares 
• 21-inch AMG multi-spoke alloy wheels

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Welcoming occupants inside the seven-seater's cabin are the same fitments Artico/Microcut microfiber leather and brush aluminum portions for the seats and dashboard belt lines; AMG floor mats, and sport pedals; as well as dual 12.3-inch displays.

The Mercedes-Benz GLE 400 e PHEV also has numerous creature comforts such as: 

• Heated and electronically-adjustable front seats with memory functions
• Electronically-adjustable rear chairs
• Ambient lighting
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror 
• Thermotronic automatic climate control
• Ambient lighting
• Nappa-covered multi-function steering wheel

As the name Under the hood of the Mercedes-Benz GLE 400 e PHEV is a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine in PHEV configuration.

To recall, the full-ICE version is equipped with six in-line, 3.0-liter gasoline mill.

Here are their respective churns: 

	GLE 400 e PHEV	GLE 450 AMG
Maximum power output (in horsepower)	252	381
Maximum torque (in Newton-meters)	440	500

The hybrid model has an all-electric range of 100 kilometers (km) and a combined range of approximately 700 (km). 

Pricing

The Mercedes-Benz GLE 400 e is priced at P5.79 million — around P200,000 more affordable compared to its ICE counterpart.

Also read: 

PH-spec Mercedes-Benz G-Class gets electrified

PH-spec Mercedes-Benz V-Class gets a limited-edition option

Mercedes Benz Dream Days promo gives discounts up to P2.5-M

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