2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE Towing Capacity

April 19th, 2021 by

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In the market for a new SUV that achieves a good balance of upscale luxury and steadfast capability? The Mercedes-Benz GLE for sale at Mercedes-Benz of San Antonio may just be your perfect match! With strong engine options and the availability of 4MATIC®® AWD, the GLE offers superior performance at every turn, including strong towing specs. Get a detailed look at the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE towing capacity with us in the guide below!


GLE Towing Capacity by Trim Level

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE towing capacity ranges between 5,950 pounds to 7,700 pounds, depending on the trim level you desire. Find out which GLE model best supports your towing needs for trips to San Antonio, below:

  • 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 Towing Capacity – 5,950 pounds
  • 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC®® Towing Capacity – 7,700 pounds
  • 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 4MATIC®® Towing Capacity – 7,700 pounds

The GLE towing capacity for the 2021 GLE 580 4MATIC®® SUV hasn’t yet been determined by Mercedes-Benz, but we encourage you to connect with our team for performance updates as they become available on this top-of-the-line GLE trim.

AMG® GLE Towing Capacity Specs

Interested in upgrading to an AMG® GLE model? You’re in for an exciting ride in Alamo Heights with even more potent engine options, but what do the GLE towing capacity specs look like for AMG® models? As always, Mercedes-Benz of San Antonio has the details you need:

  • 2021 AMG® GLE 53 4MATIC®®+ Towing Capacity – 3,858 pounds
  • 2021 AMG® GLE 63 S 4MATIC®®+ Towing Capacity – TBD

Learn More About GLE Performance

Now that you’ve gained important insight into the Mercedes-Benz GLE towing capacity, you may be wondering about the general performance specs that accompany each trim and engine. Check out the GLE and AMG® GLE performance specs outlined by trim, here:

2021 GLE 350 & GLE 350 4MATIC®®

  • 2.0L inline-4 turbo
  • 255 hp, 273 lb-ft of torque

2021 GLE 450 4MATIC®® 

  • 3.0L inline-6 turbo w/ EQ Boost
  • 362 hp, 369 lb-ft of torque

2021 AMG® GLE 53 4MATIC®®+

  • AMG®-enhanced 3.0L inline-6 turbo w/ EQ Boost
  • 429 hp, 384 lb-ft of torque

2021 AMG® GLE 63 S 4MATIC®®+

  • Handcrafted AMG® 4.0L V8 biturbo w/ EQ Boost
  • 603 hp, 627 lb-ft of torque

Explore the 2021 GLE at Mercedes-Benz of San Antonio!

Have additional questions about the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 towing capacity or trim options? Make the short trip from Shavano Park to learn about the GLE at our dealership, or give us a call at (210) 920-3237 to speak with a knowledgeable associate. And don’t forget – our ongoing offers and incentives make it easier than ever to save on the GLE SUV price!

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