Is the 2021 Mercedes AMG GLE 53 a good performance luxury SUV to BUY?

The GLE 53 has a few tricks up its sleeve and AMG wants to beat the competition. Under the hood of this Mercedes is a 3.0L turbocharged inline-6 that produces 429HP & is mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission. On the outside you will find bold styling from AMG with unique wheels, front fascia, grill and rear bumper. On the inside you will find a very high level of fit, finish and technology and one of the nicest steering wheels ever made! Is the 2021 Mercedes AMG GLE 53 the performance luxury SUV to BUY?
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[@iPhoneProMax-pc1kp]

This car is just amazing, trust me, it is even more amazing in person and catches everyone’s eye. Drives fantastic and has the amazing combination of agressive sportiness while simultaneously being extremely luxurious and refined.

[@thakingzchoice3855]

I can’t wait for mine im so excited to take mine to La and Vegas one day and do some photo shoots and paddle shifters 😍 and the seats comfortable for my back lol

[@nfareview]

Fun Fact: If you see a solid front badge like that, then the car is equipped with the auto pilot features. They hide some of the required sensors behind/inside that emblem. If you look close you can see defrost lines to keep snow from building up on it. If you see a normal 3D plastic badge or the one that illuminates then the vehicle is not equipped with the auto pilot package.

[@RaitisRides]

Hey Adam! That is a great piece of info.

[@DirtyDan69451]

Distronic is the term that you are looking for

[@susiecoluzzi9246]

Thank you! I couldn’t figure out why my front badge didn’t light up!

[@euphoriarealtygroup]

theres no autopilot on mercedes

[@ESMorg]

It may just be this car. My 2021 e 53 has a solid black badge and no auto pilot

[@user-mu9oc3ru6m]

love this channel .. presenting a professional that stands out from the rest..

[@ryanching5114]

Joe Raiti and the whole team really workin' hard giving us great content every time. Appreciate it man! Keep it up!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Ryan for taking the time to say that! I really appreciate your support!

[@johnbarrientez731]

He looks very honest and fun to be around. Love his reviews, he makes it very pleasant.

[@fluffyres6107]

I was just finishing watching the Avalon vid, thanks for the grit and hard work!

[@MauriceBln1]

Great car, great weather (it's very cold here in Berlin 🥶) and great video, as always. Thanks for your good work.

[@sully3900]

Any Mercedes with an AMG badge is incredible just like the GLE 53. Who wouldn't want one of these bad boys? I'm sure it's a blast ripping around through the snow with the killer sound system on maximum volume! Great review and awesome cam work by Lori!!

[@RaitisRides]

You are the best Bob! Thanks for sharing the great points and giving Lori some love!

[@earlk4784]

Love the quality of the AMG interiors. That screen must be the width of 2 Jersey Mike’s subs. Much better than the older style. dual screens. Joe you can easily crush your peanut m&ms getting into that 3rd row! Hopefully there is room for a jar of jelly and you’re good to go. Great video as usual.!

[@toddwatkins9666]

GREAT video!!! ANYTHING AMG is worth watching!!!! 🤙🏾

[@IKhanNot]

Love the wide body and stance. MB is killing it on the design and of course with the seamless I6 mild hybrid powertrains. Thanks Joe.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one.

[@softroseforyou7457]

Joe you always do great reviews and make me laugh at the same time. Love the Suv with great looks and power.

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you so much for saying that! I am soglad that I can share the laughs and the cars with you!

[@casandrasearor8739]

Loving this!! You are amazing at these reviews and love your honesty. The eating my knees got me crying 🤣😂🤣🤣

[@metaviewx2091]

I like this guy, lol. He has great energy and uses a lot of food examples. Great job, Joe!!!

[@marcosvillareal3556]

Love this review 👌

[@GG_Metta]

1 more thing. Here's a merch idea for sweatshirts and hoodies. Have em say "Boy Oh Boy!" w/ your awesome logo! Love your channel and your deserve the best my dude!

[@thetroothhurtz]

This guy is an incredible salesman, cheers to you sir

[@johnwilson3127]

You are seriously funny. You are totally crackin me up for real for real. You are a really cool dude for sure.

[@volkswagen4362]

First!!! Love your reviews!!!! This car is VERY LUXURIOUS looking I’d love it for that steering wheel to be in my hands!!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Keaton! I am so glad that i can share it with you!

[@chrispugh13]

This has to be the best review of a car of all time. I love his sense of humor. Twinkies and slim Jims hahahaha.

[@MichaelPowell-we2fc]

These are really aging well and Joe another excellent review.

[@adama047]

That one intersection proclaimed that, 'Joe was here'. AMG is always fun, though I prefer the interior colours of that Avalon more, which is weird. Thanks for the awesome video, Lori! Subject matter is worth it.

[@RaitisRides]

You are hilarious! Good eyes! Thanks for showing Lori some love!

[@Mralex7579]

You are the best. Awesome reviews. I love your channel. The best. 🚘

[@loganhupp769]

Joe got me hungry talking about fully topped pizzas and big league chew😂. Great review as always!

[@RaitisRides]

I know how you feel Logan!

[@Hercegovac.1]

The BEST or nothing 💪🇩🇪 Very good review 😀

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

I love the color of this SUV! Great job Joe.

[@abdallahmahamat7717]

I think that you should wait for like a 3 days or 4 before posting another video. You cant get high views number when you add 3 videos a day. Thats just my opinion. Keep the good work and keep us entertained. You are the best

[@LS1007]

Lots of stuff for lots of money. The third row would stay down if it were mine, but I’d need to win the lottery first. Thanks for sharing it Joe. Well done! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

[@stevenmanning2436]

Great review. I'm gonna zonk a couple of your one-liners though. Waiting for delivery of this vehicle in canvasite Blue in late March. Can't wait. You are right about the confidence behind the drive in the 53. I test drove the 350, 450, and the 53. I felt like I had been driving the 53 my whole life with just the one test drive. Instantly sold my wife and I.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it with you Steven! Congrats you will love it!

[@MartinTorres-um4uj]

Thanks Joe!! Very nice vehicle!! Great video!!👍👍

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one Martin!

[@LeadfootLou]

Nice SUV. Great Review. Fantastic camera work from the better half 👍

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Luis!

[@joskjj3625]

Man joe you are killing it keep up the good work

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for having my back!

[@joskjj3625]

@@RaitisRides no problem bro

[@tomscwab7794]

Hi Raiti! Can you do a review on the 2021 GLE 580?

[@michaelfreni5565]

Your reviews always make me laugh at least once; love the commentary! LOVE this AMG, the steering wheel is an eye catcher

[@RaitisRides]

I appreciate you taking the time to say that Michael!

[@michaelfreni5565]

@@RaitisRides 👍

[@islesfan24]

This car is a beast and the best part is you can get this monster for around $80-$85K if you limit some of the over the top options. Great review as always Joe

[@user-um3fx2vk8r]

I got mine brand new for 86 grand with the autopilot option as well as most of the standard options like a sunroof and heated and cooled seats with only about 60 miles on it. I’ve had it for a month and I love it! Not a coupe but the color is blue

[@sonyafly]

Wow how can you get it so cheap? I paid $108 for my 2022 and it didn’t have this exhaust but still sounded nice and paying $128 for my 2023 I have ordered. But if I can get it for less money elsewhere please let me know!

[@Ekooo0]

​@sonyafly they got you pretty good lol sorry

[@igsandstone]

Great review! The AMG GLE 53 is my dream car!😎

[@morrisf3957]

The 2 screen dash looks unreal.must look amazing at night.

[@heyitstonywicks6319]

That comment about the knees in your mouth... That was hilarious 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Anthony for letting me share some laughs with you!

[@brandenfranks7920]

Lol Love the comment about the Bon Jovi mode however I’m not a fan of recent Mercedes models but I am a fan of your channel keep the reviews coming

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Brandon for letting me share the fun with you! I appreciate your support!

[@adamzaneagle]

Man I saw one of these the other day, lowered with a nice set of wheels and it looked amazing

[@basic2355]

Another great video. Interior is amazing. Joe don’t put the car direct sunlight cuz you can’t see the ambient lights in this car which really makes you feel like you in Vegas in this car 😜

[@RaitisRides]

That is a ver good point!

[@oldbenexplains5287]

"It's all about the pineapples" lol! Thanks for the zing and zany humor you add to your reviews.

[@aadityad8057]

I don't know why someone wouldn't subscribe to their channel. Great job 👌

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying that and having my back!

[@yes8032]

I’m loving it thanks for making this review become possible Mercedes is really making some good stuff I think

[@RaitisRides]

I had a feeling you would like this one George!

[@yes8032]

@@RaitisRides you guessed it very right 👍

[@logandolatowski7929]

I love the CLS 53 and 63 AMGs never looked at the SUVs but this looks awesome!

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I could share this one with you!

[@jeremiahazinatetteh1804]

I love your videos. You always mention the price of the car, l love that

[@lbentley516]

any chance go reviewing a GLE580? trying to decide between GLE580 & GLE53 AMG... great video by the way!

[@miltonclark1526]

Jersey Mike subs on point 👌

[@RaitisRides]

Oh yeah!

[@Mshredfrieza]

Lmao at the tire marks at 19:36 from your previous smoke em if you got em burn outs! Keep marking your territory man!

[@RaitisRides]

Good eyes!

[@williamgunderson81]

Thanks!

[@antoniocail5608]

This AMG GlE is sick Joe absolutely sick

[@michaelsorrentino6206]

Nice review, what’s your opinion on the 2021 GLE 350 4matic?

[@saurabhverma2165]

Hey Joe I love your reviews, hope u get hold of new Audi Q5 2021 model soon.

[@RaitisRides]

I will be getting that together soon.

[@edwardcruz9047]

“Knees are in my mouth I don’t have to get lunch I’ll just eat my knees” 😂😂

[@91mgmt]

Twinkies has got to sponsor you, since you shout em out in every review 😂👍🏻

[@RaitisRides]

I would love that!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share the laughs with you.

[@chartainh3413]

😂😂😂

[@redpilledbachelor7776]

One of my pet peeves about my 3-row SUVs is the cramped third row. I'd rather just have it as two rows and have extra cargo space.

[@ivanroque7171]

We just bought a AMG 53 in white with black gloss rims and black accents. It's amazing. Had to buy extended warranty for it lol 😆

[@RaitisRides]

Congrats Ivan! I would of bought the extended warranty as well.

[@mxtv1258]

Excellent camera work Lori😘😘😘

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for showing Lori some love! She is awesome!

[@mxtv1258]

@@RaitisRides She’s better than Big Guns and Victor so they better watch out or maybe they should watch and learn😇😇😇

[@guccighandi6870]

Great review. I’m buying the 2023 model! Thanks.

[@haroldlee6923]

Sub of your channel for a few yrs now, any thoughts on the new gle 53 VS a gle 580? Been on a order list for over 7 months now for the 53’ wo even a confirmation date and want to see a detailed comparison between the 2 wo much luck..seems I can pick up a slightly used 580 easier..any thoughts?

[@awd6975]

Stunning

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one.

[@clancep]

I agree with the running boards. Such an eye sore and the regular side sill look sooooo much better.

[@RaitisRides]

Kind of pointless as well.

[@Raven-uu7lb]

I think my dad will love this car. I'll suggest this one for him since he really interested in GLE's. I have a great feeling that my dad will love the black on this one

[@yes8032]

Yea you shall definitely get one I think he will really like it I saw it 2 weeks ago in real life 👍

[@too2ilent893]

LMAO "oh crap handles" i like the name

[@JMD535]

I'm a BMW X5 Fan Boy to the max! But the exterior of this Monster is crazy mad Hot! Straight up! I just may test drive one....

[@antoniocail5608]

Joe this SUV is beautiful that's why I am such a huge fan of Mercedes

[@michaelgraham6959]

When you started eating your knees I died

[@fiercedevil6955]

I am glad that Mercedes gives you roof rails as standard on all trims of the GLE. Porsche literally makes you pay a bunch for roof rails on all trim levels of the Cayenne. Even when the starting price of some Cayennes are like over $100,000!!

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@efthimios]

It’s so good looking is the completion the x5m ?

[@deDiciembredeGonzalez]

Hi Zonkman, I love the dandy of a SUV! My question is when will car manufacturers fix their mistakes? I love the SUV and that they're a dandy!

[@RaitisRides]

Probably not because of costs.. Thanks for your great support!

[@autonewstv86]

*I saw this on IG and she is beautiful, quick, luxury* 😀👍

[@thenovicegamer007]

Bruh. I see you everywhere I go. I mean you are there in literally every single car video on youtube.

[@Sauceyjames]

Comments to gets a click or subs.

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[@jimmy8693]

Question. I’m looking at this and an Audi. Performance wise is this better than a Q8 but not quite as good as a SQ8?

[@kelkel5598]

My favorite car review..he's adorable and now I am hungry! LOL

[@richgenix]

I love the interior

[@champion1389]

"I dont need to get lunch I'm just gonna eat my knees" Ahahaha!🤣🤣🤣 omg too funny

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share some laughs with you!

[@sbs1687]

Would love to hear your thoughts about the GLE450 vs this 53.

[@mariowhyte2816]

Man oh man oooooooooh maaaaaaaan!!! This Merc is something else bruh!!! I love it!!! Performance, hauling capability, technology out the wazoo and that sinister look and sound has me sold!!! #RaitisRides #OnThrottle #ToTheDoorPanel #TwinkiesForDays #OnThrottleAgain #LoriGotAngles #CameraQueen #Zonkmeister #CrownVic #OnThrottleAllDay #IfYoureReadyImReady #Mercedes_AMG #GLE_53

[@RaitisRides]

She does look good that is for sure! Thanks Mario! I hope you have a great day!

[@nathanplatko]

LOVE THIS CAR !!!!!!

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I can bring it to you Nathan!

[@augustrusso5413]

Thank you 😊

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome.

[@nahnahsekyere33]

Nice

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one.

[@AlTrey1993]

I love your videos have u ever thought about acting as a second job I think u would do well and become the next big movie star

[@samlung2724]

From that angle in the beginning it looks like a BMW X5 lol

[@worldcars2412]

Love the car!!!!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks man!

[@benhurst]

I’ve had really nice cars over many years but none as good as my 2021 Emerald Green AMG GLE 53 which I’ve had for 8 months now. I usually change my cars every 4 years or so but my AMG GLE has everything I could ask for and so this could well be the first time I’ve stayed with the same vehicle for more than 4 years. I get a buzz every time I get behind the wheel, regardless of what mood I’m in. BTW he made no mention of the “Hey Mercedes” MBUX system 🤷🏼‍♂️ Check it out, you’ll be glad you did 🥰 Vancouver,BC Canada

[@haroldlee6923]

Congrats Martin! Love ur choice of the emerald green, just ordered mine in that color last month, may I ask if u paid msrp or more, over a yr ago? Currently in my area dealerships r asking 15 k or over msrp on 53’s what options u have and love and what options u didn’t think was necessary on urs? Greatly appreciate any input from a current owner of this 53 amg beauty,,I’m waiting for mine, around another 5 months for arrival..

[@farzanaakter3065]

Heyy I hope your having an amazing day !!!! Can you do a 2021 jaguar xf ? God bless you !!!

[@RaitisRides]

Hi there! I will get that together for you!

[@farzanaakter3065]

@@RaitisRides thankyou so much !!

[@michelgerard4139]

For a $100k, the top speed restriction is a disappointment...simply NOT cool... nice video JOE

[@RaitisRides]

I feel your pain Michel! Thanks for the compliment.

[@jaredlostetter265]

I've been waiting for this one... but I think the coupe version looks better in the 53/63s

[@jeremythepassionate1166]

A great review! Raiti, is the ride quality of GLE53 noticeably stiffer than GLE450 when cruising?

[@RaitisRides]

Not at all Jeremy because you can adjust the stiffness.

[@kashifnyc]

Wish you had shown the 3rd row seats. My wife wants it and I am not interested in adding $2100 for something I’ll use few times a year when we have other kids over. :). Also not electronic like gls is big minus. Also, hoe the rear tires 295 on amg when 450 gle standard is 315?

[@petrokihai6671]

Hi can you guys help me decide between 2022 sq7 and 2021 Gle 580

[@raffiboi22]

I’m looking to rent a car from Turo or the BMW X5M 50i !! Which one which one… Going to drive to Reno from Napa and I cannot take my model three performance…

[@essechange7231]

I don’t have to get lunch 😂😂

[@Davis0427]

nice

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks David!

[@mystictk4149]

These colors fit a Mercedes so well, Red,Blue,White,Black,Sliver,Grey.

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED!

[@mystictk4149]

@@RaitisRides Yessir.

[@erissitone]

Hello there, I am italian (from Torino). We ordered one a couple of months ago with delivery expected for next April/May. The Mercedes seller told us there may be delays due to the Covid. I would like to know if you have any information on the production of the Mercedes factory in Tuscaloosa: are they producing? Will the factory be closed again? Thanks!

[@RaitisRides]

Not that I know of.

[@poppopp9893]

Would love to see you do a 2021 BMW x6 m50i

[@RaitisRides]

I will get that together for you!

[@xavierotero9865]

I was actually debating between the GLE and the GLE Coupe. I'd love to see a 2021 AMG GLE Coupe review. I didn't know the GLE had a third row option.

[@RaitisRides]

You got it Xavier! I will get that together for you.

[@xavierotero9865]

@@RaitisRides that's great i appreciate that. Gotta know if I can fit more twinkies in the coupe

[@james2042]

This engine right here is the best thing MB is making IMO, like smart people they just took their already good 2.0T and put 2 more cylinders on it. The 3.0 V6 is the 4.0 V8 with 2 less cylinders. Just curious which engine they decide to keep and move forward with, hopefully the I6 for its smoothness. Also currently the I6 is E class exclusive, whether we are talking about the sedan, coupe, convertible or crossover (GLE). I personally would go for the non AMG version simply because I'm more of a grand touring driver but none the less, still a powerhouse and still probably the smoothest torque delivery in their whole lineup

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing that great input !

[@Fntevyn47]

Niceee

[@HamishCarpenter]

Great review as always. I am considering this vehicle. However, I live in Michigan and will need all-season tires. Any info on how it handles on the snow? Thank you

[@RaitisRides]

With snow tires great.

[@stavrosnexus]

I live in New England and bought this car in September with the 22 inch tires. It handles ok in the snow (not as good as my prior X5) but I am getting snow tires for next winter. Also, he mentioned that it was 4.7 seconds for zero to 60. Everywhere else I have seen 5.2 seconds which seems about right.

[@HamishCarpenter]

Stavros Pappas Thank you for the information. I have heard the same about the 0-60 times. The M50i has a faster 0-60 but the Mercedes interior is stunning.