2018 Mercedes GLE 350 NYC Tough Car Review | Auto Fanatic

Here is todays review of the all new 2018 GLE 350 4-Matic SUV. This SUV seems to be the replacement from the predecessor ML series. I was very impressed with this SUV on all levels and feel it truly delivers a great experience in regards to luxury, comfort, build quality, value and practicality. If your in the market for an SUV in this segment I strongly suggest you check one of these out. PS: They also make AMG 43 and 63 versions.
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[@MG-jv7pe]

Now that all the 2018 36-month leases are coming back and the dealerships are CPO-ing them, ive been watching the old vids of when they were new lol Not a bad deal, the ones ive seen at my local MB dealership are in the 28K-34K mile range, for $44K-50K.

[@autofanaticcars]

Walk Around 2:42 Interior Overview 5:50 Window Sticker 11:09 Test Drive 13:12 Final Thoughts 25:21

[@enochfuryan9094]

A very good review, thanks for sharing.

[@hassanwaqar1445]

Exellent,simply great review

[@clarissacastro6552]

I love it! Especially when it has the spare tire!!! This is my car but prefer it in white and without the sunroof and the rest is fine how it is.

[@jackiehowe0505]

Excellent review! Hit all the points I was looking for.

[@tashingadekune9141]

Why without sunroof ?

[@JonathanMoosey]

Just bought a 2017 GLE 350 a couple weeks ago and so far I’ve been happy with it. The quality is still there at 60k miles and I’m glad Mercedes simplified the naming structure of their SUVs. So with the GL (whatever letter), the third letter runs along the sedan counterpart. So the GLE is like the E class SUV just like the GLC is like the C class version and the GLS, so on and so on.

[@brianl9944]

Does your GLE350 have LED headlights? Mine got the halogen version i hated so much recently replaced them with aftermarket LED bulbs I couldn't be happier.

[@JonathanMoosey]

@@brianl9944 mine have the regular halogen but did end up buying the best halogen bulbs I could possibly find to replace the halogen bulbs that were in them and have been pleased with them. I put in Sylvania Zxe golds in them

[@brianl9944]

@@JonathanMoosey checked amazon they sell at $65/pair... that's twice more expensive than the aukee h7 leds that give you super bright white lights probably way brighter than any halogen and will last much longer... no comparison

[@cla45driver30]

@@brianl9944 I’m about to do the same for my 2018 GLE, did you have to purchase an adapter to attach the LED lights to make them fit or are they already compatible?

[@kevinchamberlain9749]

Good job sir !!

[@superhavingfun1]

Good job!

[@averagejoewatchbro9165]

I make sure to come watch and like your videos the second they are up your Chanel is going to get huge i know it. Love your videos man!

[@autofanaticcars]

thanks bud, soon enough il get better gear and more time and a helper to make this even better we will see what the future holds for 2018

[@FoxFox0077]

Mine is a ML350, as they called them in 2014. Now at 90000 km. Very pleasing experience. I usually change car every other year. This time I will wait for the 2019 version - simply because of the strange looking, and propably dangerous, screen stickning out from the dashboard. Yes, I now, that is an MB-signum theese years, but even MB realizes the mistake and changes that througout all models now. My dealer is informed and will order my GLE350 2019 as soon as that becomes possible.

[@FoxFox0077]

I hope not;-) but only yesterday I saw a video of upcoming GE(?). Supposedly a Tesla-X killer?.

[@rosenthaldiscount]

can u ask him when 2019 gle 350 will be in usa for sale ? prices around 55k ?

[@jackmac66]

Auto I have a 2017 model , great car

[@autofanaticcars]

jackmac66 light years greater than all of old ML variants.

[@JeanEstel]

I was impressived by the glc also

[@ot2325]

I got gle suv 2.5 diesel. Great car!

[@autofanaticcars]

really are im considering a GLE43 for daily use

[@raydavies3278]

lts a 2.1 cc ,Mercedes dont make a 2.5 diesel,dont you know what you bought ??.

[@pf5658]

NYC needs to start paying drivers for all the damages the roads is doing to their cars. There should be a law that allows citizens to sue their f-ing city for damages of their vehicles by bad roads. I have the 2015 ML350 4Matic and was debating wether or not I should get this newer model. Still debating. FYI. The pulsating is a lane departure warning feature.😊

[@autofanaticcars]

everyone up here accepts the blown out roads, mega high taxes and cost of living it is like society is programmed to only accept the worst and deal with it, this is a huge SUV market mostly and this is why nobody cares about the roads i guess.

[@MoeKnows46]

Thinking about picking one up off lease, the 2016-2017 seem to be running around 30-33K what do you think guys? Worth it?

[@SethParr]

Moe Rosario I'm thinking about doing the same. 2017/2018 with

[@redevil7081]

Is the cabin quiet driving on different types of roadway? Excessive wind or engine noise?

[@apriltaylor8404]

Very quiet

[@michellemarie1197]

Ok later on in life, if i have saved up enough money and if my chrysler pacifica craps out (which will take some time) THIS is the type of car i want!!!!

[@princetontabot]

OfficialMichellemarie 26 hello Michelle, you don't need to save up. Send an email to me - [e-mail] I have a Plan for you okay

[@junito1008]

8:30 Front tinted windows are ilegal in NY...I Don’t know about other States !!

[@171TITO]

You can tint 70% (let 70% light in) in all of NYS

[@junito1008]

You need really good suspension in NYC !! 😩 Potholes are getting out of control !! 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@autofanaticcars]

yeah this winter destroyed NYC and the surrounding areas, it is so dangerous to drive.

[@SWAGURA]

Dw if a pothole messes up the suspension, simply call 311 and file a claim against the monkey contractor who was supposed to fix it

[@jpena315]

Looking to purchase a sporty SUV. What did you mean when you said old MB that would shake it self apart?

[@autofanaticcars]

NYC roads will shake the crap of most cars apart quick, rattles, creaks, suspension failures, rim and tire blow outs you name it. This is why i say this GLE is a good SUV the chassis is strong enough to handle the rigors of NYC without a hitch. Check out the GLE43 its a nice sporty SUV, good motor and good chassis unless you want to step into a new Macan or Cayenne.

[@jpena315]

Funny I just watched your E coupe review and I understand what you mean. I drove a GLE last week end and it wasn't cheap. Decently optioned it was mid 7's

[@jpena315]

I actually live on long Island and I commuted to NYC everyday in a audi a3 and trust me I know uncomfortable. I'd love a GLE 43 but they're well over a thousand a month. I see how much you hated the e coupe what other rides do you recommend considering paying about 6-800 a month?

[@autofanaticcars]

yeah Mercedes does not cut deals like the import cars thats for sure, they quoted me $1250 for a GLE43 with 8k out of pocket, its a premium for sure. that E Coupe was the biggest POS ever. Il be doing a new 2018 S Class review in a few weeks when a client takes delivery.

[@jpena315]

So I see you like Your red sport. I had a 2009 g37sx and I loved it. Would you know ballpark what they're asking for those? Or any other vehicle you recommend?

[@lennycooksey300]

Unfortunately you don’t seem to know what a ML drives like, I have a 2014 and it’s pretty smooth, Rock Solid, it’s not meant to be sporty, you can always buy the AMG if you need more

[@autofanaticcars]

the AMG is marginally better and this review is based on the busted NYC roads we drive on all vehicles will drive differently based on geographic location and road conditions.

[@ramnishverma2932]

Lets face it - its a facelifted ML. Better off waiting for the actual updated GLE

[@ulibuchholz8042]

Your right, it´s the facelift 2016 model. The new one - W167 - may be in market at the end of 2018 or in spring 2019. Of course it´s a great SUV. I drive a Mercedes-AMG GLE 43 4MATIC.

[@tashingadekune9141]

Years later , and they nailed it on the current ones

[@kennetholiverrasmussen3861]

Get a GLE with airmatic airsuspensions, then u can really call it a cloud :)

[@autofanaticcars]

I gotta say it does ride well and in NYC that is the true test, this GLE blows away the older ML models from inception.

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

Didn't watch the entire video, sorry. Did this one have the Airmatic suspension? Wouldn't buy an MB without one, now that I own an S-Class with Airmatic. It is a superb ride, and the main reason I bought the car.

[@shaunsalley4607]

i think these cars are assembled in Alabama but parts are still German

[@autofanaticcars]

its a great SUV and light years better than the older ML they produced.

[@olivetreeus]

Made in America??

[@tashingadekune9141]

Strange right

[@tqdinh2]

Wheels too damn small man 🤔

[@sportscarnut]

Re roads... Sorry to report that CA roads LA or SF are not any better. They are not much better than 3rd world roads. Shame really!

[@autofanaticcars]

watch some of my other videos NY is brutally destroyed after this winter i have never experienced anything like this in my lifetime it is that bad.

[@noirchu5844]

sounds just like Chicago lol

[@julieuhha]

A Mercedes Benz employee, two of them, advised a customer to not buy their product? Mmhmm.