new Mercedes GLE 350de FULL REVIEW - how does a Diesel-PHEV perform? Autogefühl

[@autogefuehl]

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[@stefang1087]

I have to say that at same point when the videos kept coming kinde of fast i use the expression "you guys are on fire" and now, since the Frankfurt Auto Show, i'm low on expressions to cover the speed you are "bombing us" with reviews 😃😎👍 So, tanks and keep them coming 😃 Now, i have a question for you Thomas and team. How much it will cost (mabe as time needed to charge the battery at home too) to charge the battery in our homes? When you drive, this nice MB, on diesel, let's say it costs you, the price it costs the 5 liters diesel needed for 100km, there where you leave. But how many KWh do you need/"consume", at your house, to fully charge the battery? Because that's money too.

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[@PRNTestDrive]

I always wondered why there were no diesel-hybrid cars where freight trains (at least here in Canada) have been using that setup for decades. It would be awesome to have this GLE here in Canada, best of both worlds as far as I’m concerned!

[@antoniobratu7395]

I think this is the perfect car.You have confort,you have power and you have a hybrid with excelent fuel economy and low emissions. This was another great review from Autogefuhl.Thank you for the best quality reviews and presentations!

[@tattttu9]

Nothing but appreciation for MB raising the eletric only drive to 100km in a PHEV

[@TillOverHill]

Spot on. 100km will cover even a heavy driving weekday for me and I wouldn't mind plugging it overnight everyday. Too bad charging is still so slow from house grids where I live that I cannot even get 380v delivered, just 220-240.

[@Tomoyo0827]

Sure, but can they also make it not look an egg?

[@tattttu9]

@@Tomoyo0827 hopefully other MBs will get the same phev or even better systems and you won't have to deal with that design 😂

[@tattttu9]

@@TillOverHill it is a big range for a PHEV and the 2.0 diesel will be better than any 2.0 petrol out there, that are the problem with most phevs, the lack of torque for ice driving only makes them behave like total nightmares.

[@eDriver]

PHEV is only fake electric car. How many times I see cars with E-plate number in Germany/Stuttgart. Curious, when the traffic light is switching to green, I can hear the internal combustion engine.

[@cuisleproperties6351]

I received a GLE 350 de two months ago. I find I use two thirds electric with the one third used for longer journeys. It averages around 80km per charge. I’m very happy with the car as it’s a practical mix.

[@risteicev4223]

and, what is your combined fuel consuption?

[@DSGAuto]

We tested the E300De before the summer season and we got sold when I drove few kilometers. The car is powerful, drives well, looks nice, smoothness and amazing hybrid system, way much better than Volvo, BMW and VWs. When we got empty of electric range and used only the diesel engine and we got around 5 liters, insanly low fuel consumption combined. If I buy a hybrid car again I think I would go for this diesel hybrid system. Currently daily driving a Passat GTE... A local dealer said that he made 1150km on one tank 90-110km/h, E300De:) POV video is coming of that soon, some delay.

[@autogefuehl]

thanks for the report!

[@stefang1087]

1)You say : A local dealer said that he made 1150km on one tank 90-110km/h, E300De:) How much is one tank? Do this include the 100 km drove on electricity? 2) You say: When we got empty of electric range and used only the diesel engine and we got around 5 liters, insanely low fuel consumption combined. Are we talking about 5L/100 km including the 100km on electricity?

[@DSGAuto]

Stefan G 1. I think the tank is 65l 2. 5 liters pr 100km without any help from the electrical system, but was driving around in 70-90km/h

[@stefang1087]

@@DSGAuto 👍

[@ΑναστασιαΑγγελογλου]

My E300e makes around 55-57km only with electric power as i tested it.

[@pqsaservices]

This is the first PHEV I would consider! Finally a diesel-PHEV, definitely the 'best of both worlds' in my opinion. As a caravaner I would never consider any petrol engined vehicle for a tow car, they just don't have the torque to perform well in that role. So a PHEV that has a diesel is perfect. Everyday 'normal' driving, the 'school-run' for instance, where I do about 45kms each day would be pure electric, but then when we are off with the caravan, we've got the torque and driveability of the diesel to tow the caravan. Let other manufacturers (VW, I'm looking at you) bring on diesel PHEV's! Jonathan.

[@nevco8774]

VW might bring a competitor in Europe and all other markets following European specs but not in North America where this kind of PHEV potentially makes the most sense since this is a real SUV able to take market share from other huge SUV sold in great numbers in North America due to the fact that it can do both - commute as an EV and tow as a real truck.

[@johncollymore1697]

Thanks for engineers' explanation about suddenly hammering a PHEV ICE from cold. Unlicensed cart on street! Great demonstration of calm driving with Thomas as always. Nice car. Comfortable - good news. But "options options options". Too expensive and ostentatious for us! Yes, we'd charge overnight in the drive, drive electric all the time with a decent capacity battery, and be glad of having the diesel onboard for long trips or if called out at night with no charge! Many thanks Team.

[@autogefuehl]

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[@davidfennessey2727]

Great review Thomas I think this is the best real world car suv you can buy at the moment is the diesel tank the same size as normal or is it smaller like most PHEV

[@mvermees]

65 liters, so quite decent for long distance travel

[@dedissimo]

Please consider adding some shots with the drl, low and high beams, and tail lights, with brake lights and turning indicators.

[@Pepegium]

I think this is a great suv. Looks sleek compared to how big it is. Mercedes did a good job on the styling and interior. I think this is how a suv should be. Also nice to see a good compromise sized wheel that actually makes sense for comfort. I hate the trend with giant wheels that costs a fortune and gives a harsh ride. I also like the phev idea. oh and btw im even not a mercedes guy :) Great video as usual 👍

[@masterrazvan]

New Mercedes GLE 350 is a very cool technology.

[@cuisleproperties6351]

I just received a new GLE 350de. I’m very pleased with it. I’m not sure yet of it’s kWh economy but I’m loving the car.

[@Matwiej19]

Having Diesel engine with the batteries is much better solution that petrol. As 4 cylinder 2.0 will give you good fuel economy by it self and then additing eletric motor is just brilliant. As usual amazing review guys :)

[@autogefuehl]

Thanks 🙏

[@almu2min]

2:16 an intruder on the right of the screen ! Guards !

[@michaelh4484]

Great review, Thomas. I wish this was coming to Australia - but not yet

[@joshbacon8241]

The question I’m about to ask concerns the GLE range as a whole - why is the GLE’s optional Towing Package, which raises the towing limit from 2,700 kg to 3,500 kg and also includes an electrically folding tow bar and steering assistance to help you reverse with a trailer attached, only available for 450 petrol cars? (in the UK at least) Surely it should be available for the diesel versions as well?

[@richardfittonperkins1926]

I may have missed it, but what was your overall mpg / l/100km, Thomas..?

[@surecom12]

@33:00

[@willo300]

Great in-depth revew Thomas, you are THE authority on car reviews 👍

[@autogefuehl]

🙏🙏

[@d0ru]

Would like to hear more about consumption, did you make it to 100 km?

[@josefv-y8m]

I drive a Passat GTE PHEV, and consumption numbers make no sense at all in my opinion. This completley depends on your driving profile. I have a colleague driving a Golf GTE with really 1.9l...only short distances all over the year...for me it is 6.5l (about 2 times 700km Autobahn each month...max 160km/h)...the higher the consumption the more wrong this car is for your profile.

[@ZzaphodD]

There's another review by a Norse guy who tests it in electric only. He gets to 82 km. Funny, in the Swedish configuration its electric range is given to 80km

[@michelebicc6983]

I’ve just put my like to this video. I’m going to watch it later and then maybe making you some questions about the car 👍

[@steved2008]

Michele Bicc how very German 😂

[@dimekoza]

The GLE has a shorter wheelbase than the new Defender, and yet so much more space inside, especially in the second row.

[@larisacod9123]

The comfort level and safety features on this vehicle are above the roof. Thumps up Mercedes, will be getting one soon. The design is without putting so much words 'WOW'. Nice review autogefuehl

[@pageonejournalist]

Going forward can you please ask for the wading depth of SUVs? I live in a town which floods during the monsoon season and was surprised to find out that some SUVs don't allow wading at all (like the Volvo XC hybrids). Thanks!

[@Vebogst]

Its recomended to not daily charge EVs to 100% or go to 0% to save the battery. What about Phevs like the GLE?

[@ClaireYunFarronXIII]

Lovely review, Thomas! 💖 Thank you for the GLE Coupé shout-out at 25:01! That is another SUV I love.

[@alisiddiqui9434]

I’m so happy Mercedes used their brain and maximised mpg opportunities! A diesal hybrid !! Why the hell aren’t Audi doing the same. Am waiting for the GLE COUPE DE hybrid to come to the uk

[@adrianbyron-parker5797]

Great Review, Can you get a B250e..I am very interested in that. I want to move from my C Class Estate Diesel for UK TAX Reasons. The B Class looks Great from your other reviews

[@PirkeBeg]

Cool video !!

[@autogefuehl]

Thanks and welcome !

[@ChristianrnstrupRasmussen]

I was at IAA Frankfurt and the GLE was actually more enjoyable than the GLS in terms of rear seat legroom. The seating was comfortable and wasn't that bad but it was only a short moment not a longer trip. I found the infotainment controls a mix between iPad 'tablet' ish on the screen and old Windows '98 on the touch control - good mixed with annoying.

[@clnred]

The only problem / note on this review, is we cannot see the dials which would explain some of what you say. I do a lot of drive to and from sites at night or before dawn in the morning so i would like to see your opinion on lights, especially as the IIHS have found such differences between even systems in one brand

[@jeffreytrull7071]

Thomas, Great Videos! 👍 Question! Does the “ Multimedia Package” have to be purchased in order to use the MBUX system and for navigation and talking with “Hey Mercedes” ???? Await your answer! Thank you! !!!

[@autogefuehl]

Hm usually mbux should be standard. What does the price list say? Not sure

[@jeffreytrull7071]

Autogefühl I found details on www. Nadaguides.com .$1150.00 usd extra! I ordered a 2020 CLA 250 thru my dealer and never mentioned the “Multimedia package” (closed today Sunday) when we ordered the items and options. ( a lot of details ,l believe aren’t out yet because the car hasn’t been released to the USA market yet) . I will call them tomorrow! But I’m afraid ,if they ordered the car ,it might be too late to add it ,in order to enjoy the features of the MBUX! I believe the “Multimedia package” is intended to offer DVD/CD, and Sirius XM and updates ,but not sure! I appreciate your expert help , very much! Jeff

[@MEKKIDHIA]

excellent video as usal. between this car and X5 45e Which one do you pick ?

[@autogefuehl]

Both the closest picks indeed. I d compare dealer offers. Gle is available with artico and dinamica and x5 with sensatec, gle higher electric range and softer air suspension, x5 sportier more fun ride. Both excellent

[@JCML63]

Hi Thomas, I too would like to know what electric range you actually managed. I have purchased a GLE (Brilliant Blue, Prem+ pack) but have to wait until the end of March for delivery, so I have to rely on videos such as yours and Ivan Sensei which i watch to get my daily "fix". I am somewhat OCD when it comes to economy. In addition, what is the realistic range on diesel only mode? Keep up the good work, I love your videos.

[@vasilisGR13]

Great review once again Thomas. Given your experience on both cars 350de and 450, you think the hybrid version has enough power to move and moreover to perform overtakes on highways? Because there are many hp and 1lt, down ,the hybrid version.. I choose to buy this car but yet i cant decide which one..

[@ZzaphodD]

This is My next car!! But in red..👍👍👍

[@ClaireYunFarronXIII]

Nice! I hope you enjoy it. I really want one too...

[@r.r.421]

Nice and extensive review, as always 👍🏼

[@alengreen589]

how much is the fish ? thank you thomas well done.

[@michaelkindle6341]

I’ve been waiting for this to come to the US

[@TheDxsmth]

Great review Thomas, thankyou. Your comments about hard acceleration with cold engine - I would say that if the engine has been developed to accept high load when cold, it will be fine. More of a concern with diesel is the regeneration of the DPF, which usually demands some significant temperature in the exhaust, and some extended operation to successfully complete the regen. Maybe there are some conditions where the car takes over, and you are forced to run the engine??

[@MrTechfreak95]

Finally a Plug-In-Hybrid who is worth to get a "E-Kennzeichen" :) (Any PHEV who cant go more than 80 km should not get a E on the Plate, IMHO...) But nothing for me i prefer fully electric. Because with PHEVs you have the weight of both systems...

[@darededevil3007]

Definitely i would go for the GLE350DE, despite the absense of any kind of tax benefits in my country. I would also use it all electric in the city but the diesel will serve me well in my trips. Three questions Thomas, how is the comfort for three adults in the back seat? If i got it right, only runflats? The charging time from a 7.4 wallbox? Thanks in advance

[@autogefuehl]

Cheers! Did you watch the back seat row scene? Well divide 30 by 7.5 :)

[@snd3810]

Thanks Thomas for another excellent in-depth review. Any idea when we might see a Phev version of the GLC?

[@autogefuehl]

Yep we can do that at some point

[@AMCSOUTO]

The problem is that we still have to pay servicing, two technologies won’t give you less trouble but a lot more expenses.

[@gencosmani4250]

Hi Thomas. I am very interested to know how does this engine compare to the 400d from Mercedes. I have the feeling that even though this engine (or the 350 e) have almost the same horse power as the 400d, they don‘t produce the same acceleration as the 400d. What is your experience with these engines?

[@SailingEast]

Hi, a lovely review. Here in the USA, I drive a Mercedes ML 250 TD Diesel four cylinder. Wonderful vehicle, though I'd like to buy this vehicle for my daily driver. Best,

[@artofliberty9595]

My favorite PHEV! And on 2021 is #1

[@mvermees]

Should we consider this one or the X5 45e? Daily commute of about 100km on highway and regular ski trip and south of France trip.

[@eDriver]

That PHEV gave both technologies build in, where you need a lot of parts for an internal combustion engine. The battery is almost 100% recyclable.

[@rajchoudhury5130]

Yes Thomas! I personally thing a diesel hybrid is a very good proposition

[@aleksandrabenusa4804]

Thank You! Great presentation!

[@limpunsing224]

Seemingly nice luxury PHEV But Is it also off road capable ? Good review

[@ClaireYunFarronXIII]

It is off-road capable, yes. There are videos of it going through harsh conditions.

[@VirgilPascu]

@@ClaireYunFarronXIII ​ i am searching for plug-in hybrid version in off-road (mud, snow, etc) for some time and I cannot find anything except the regular GLE, not the plug-in hybrid.

[@moeg530]

Great review keep up the great work. Love the ASMR by the way.

[@autogefuehl]

🤘

[@fatihistanbullu]

Was soll der Hybrid kosten? Bin überlegen ob ich den GLE 300 oder eher 350er holen soll.

[@VideosAbout]

I like your shoes. Very stylish. (great video!)

[@abck-ey6de]

Sorry bro didn't know about the other channel. And said that cause I am a student and I don't have much time to get these type of knowledge. Thanks for the reply

[@autogefuehl]

No problem. You re welcome at both channels!

[@mikeemery8846]

Solid review. Very informative.

[@theredbaron6936]

The car overall is fine but the door pockets are" reasonable" but in another similar car would be considered too small. The wood trim looks like a 1970s Ford Granada Ghia or hifi system..

[@alengreen589]

hi thomas can you in the future make a little bit more reviews off sportcars please, thanks, i have enough from this SUV.

[@autogefuehl]

We also have a lot of sportscars on, which one do u wanna see? KZbin search autogefuehl modelname

[@alengreen589]

hi thomas, i mean not the expensive cars, i mean small and compact cars who cost`s not the world, who a normal person can buy it, between 20000 - 40000 euro.

[@bondisteve3617]

Well....what another great German car. World oil consumption down 30%+....good idea!

[@mikaelkarlsson7515]

If you want to go electric most of your daily, short distance driving, and at the same time have a car that can tow your 3500 kg boat trailer this one is the shit, Until the Ford 150 lightning and the cyberT hits the market, there is no competition.

[@HighOnSharpiesRN]

Great review Thomas. This car is almost perfect ....but I have some issues! Premium Plus pack: It would be nice with the power seat in the second row to help compensate for the minimal boot space. (The boot space is very small when compared to my current E-class 250cdi 2012/13). The other issue is the tyres - there is no space for a spare wheel. There will be no joy or comfort in waitIng two hours in the middle of the motorway or at 23.00 on a country lane and definitely not on a mountain for a tyre service. Also there seems to be no clear info on the wheel size, premium / premium plus pack was advertised with a 21” but on the order it says 20”. Run flat tyres should be optional at least if not standard with premium plus. It’s an eleven month wait for my order to the UK so there’s hope. Maybe someone at MB will follow this up. By the way the interior of the red GLE450 was brilliant... I am not saying that our American friends like to keep the best to themselves... but they are not sharing the full version with us in Europe or the UK. It seems we are getting a cut down version of the premium plus! I just found out that Michelin, Bridgestone and Pirelli now makes run flat tyres @ (275/50/20) 😀

[@autogefuehl]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@HighOnSharpiesRN]

Autogefühl 🙏🏾

[@SDav21]

Do you know which reworks were done on which parts? I recently had a look at the new GLE and the row of AC buttons were completely loose. The whole thing would flex and wobble if you change the temperature. It's interesting. So they shipped the cars back to Germany to be fixed? Or is the quality of cars coming out of the Tuscaloosa plant not the same as a German plant?

[@autogefuehl]

Only built in Tuscaloosa this model

[@eragonalona]

Great video as usual, can I ask is there a spare wheel with this version or are the run flat?

[@autogefuehl]

Thanks! No spare wheel afaik

[@Dannemanful]

Hi. I was wondering, if one do a long trip in the middle of the winter and drives only on diesel and you have a mattress at the back and you want to sleep in the car, is it possible to use the batteries in the both to heat up the interior for 8 hours while you're sleeping?

[@autogefuehl]

pre-heating works, not sure though when it shuts off. Probably when its empty. Dunno how much the heating takes

[@SDav21]

My PHEVourite one.

[@lostbetrayed]

Wish these were available in the states!

[@wyntcoll]

Hey Thomas, first off I always like your videos so please keep doing what you’re doing sir. Quick question, will any of these diesel hybrids might possibly be coming to Canada? I would really like to see a power train like this here. Thanks in advance for replying.

[@autogefuehl]

Thanks!! Nope just EU

[@mumus3113]

Is this hybrid version good for off-road (Sand) as it will not have the E-body control option or the GLE 450 is much more better in off-road in sand ?

[@autogefuehl]

Well e active body control u just need when stuck in deep sand. But tyre choice is more crucial

[@mumus3113]

Autogefühl Thank you Thomas , but with amg line I can have the 20 inch tires is it a good choice for sand ?

[@abdu1989]

@8:36 well Mercedes certainly know their sh*t 🤣🤣 Someone slipped up

[@jasoncarpp7742]

I'd buy a diesel-electric hybrid if it were available here in the USA. We've seen lots of Petrol-Electric hybrid powered cars, and we're now seeing all electric powered cars. So why the hell can't we get a Diesel-Electric hybrid powered car? Mercedes-Benz has proven thus far that it's possible to make.

[@riccardoanedda7737]

Can you pls review the new Bmw X5 45e?

[@leoalex3165]

I wanna place at my home a charging station, maximum 11kw charger works?

[@cakeisalie]

the Luxury RAV 4 love it!

[@qxplore3117]

About time..

[@petermarron4282]

Why is the front grille different to current models in England?

[@filysoussokho7233]

What is the best choice please, we can't choose .. Full full option GLE SUV de350 with some -% on the purchase price vs Porsche Cayenne Coupé e-hybrid with 'half options' but more appealing inside/outside but more expensive.. is the Porsche worth it to give the extra €€€€?

[@autogefuehl]

depends on what u want. GLE is more comfy, Cayenne is sportier. Remember to go for the retro-fabric seats with the Cayenne Coupé as shown in our review: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHemfXSAo9hgmqc Or with the GLE the Artico or Dinamica/Artico mix.

[@filysoussokho7233]

@@autogefuehl thanks for the quick answer

[@kurt2rsenjazz]

@25:11 Your late braking makes your passenger nervous Thomas :-D

[@ddddarkman]

Thomas makes this car look much smaller

[@dipeshpatel8974]

Can you explain battery level mode please? Does it self charge the batteries using the engine without the need to plug in? If so how long before it filly charges the batteries

[@autogefuehl]

yes, thats very inefficient but can be needed if cities have no-emission zones

[@nolimdoc5766]

Vielen Dank für das tolle Video. Habe auch die Videos vom Range Rover Sport hybrid und Volvo XC 90 gesehen. Was ist Ihrer subjektiver Meinung nach das beste Fahrzeug? Vielen Dank und weiter so!

[@autogefuehl]

Danke! Dann fehlt dir noch der X5 PHEV, Da gibt es auch einen noch recht frisches Video zu, und den fand ich auch sehr gut

[@nolimdoc5766]

Autogefühl der x5 hat einen zu kleinen Kofferraum. Daher fällt er leider raus. 😀

[@autogefuehl]

Hmmm kam mir nicht so vor! GLE oder X5 wären die Wahl

[@braluk38]

Hey, hab mal 2 Fragen, 1. hat das Auto auch noch die Power von 320 PS und 700 Nm (Systemleistung), auch wenn der Akku leer ist? Und 2. was passiert mit den Fondpassagieren, wenn mir einer hinten reinfährt, der große Akku ist ja im Kofferaumboden und somit direkt hinter den Fondpassagieren??? Besten Dank für eure Antworten. 🙂🙋‍♂️🤔

[@ermalmorina7261]

Hey Tomas, where will you do a review on the A250e, can you give us a timeline?

[@autogefuehl]

Hey, didnt have time for that same day, but lets see what we can do

[@dushenepaulusha7210]

What would you choose between this and Range Rover autobiography P400e?

[@autogefuehl]

No doubt this. You can get the GLE with animal-free seats, the natural voice input is leading, the suspension is better and it is more reliable

[@slaaay7284]

Why new Mercedes stop making fog lights?

[@MrBreakingBud]

integrated in main led lights

[@MrVegchel]

Hey Thomas, any news on a release date yet for this car?

[@autogefuehl]

Should be available to order

[@2Memasa]

camera view awesome just needs stabilisation

[@meeksar]

What is the electric only accelaration?

[@t.m.4231]

Hallo, nachdem Du sowohl den GLE 350de als auch den X5 45e getestet hast, würde mich interessieren, welchem der beiden Fahrzeug du den Vorzug geben würdest. Danke. Bis dann

[@autogefuehl]

Hi! Gute Frage, haben beide ihre Stärken. GLE mehr elektrische Reichweite, mehr nachhaltige Sitzoptionen Stoff/Kunstleder-Mix, Alcantara/Kunstleder-Mix, und voll Artico, Luft-Federung sanfter. Kommt ja auch noch als Benziner-PHEV übrigens. X5 ist etwas sportlicher ausgelegt, hat mehr Fahrfreude, dafür härter gefedert, hat hinten die witzige verlängerte Klappe, nur 2 Kunstlederoptionen in beige und schwarz. Ist pro und contra, Geschmackssache. Würde mal die Angebote vergleichen für ähnlich ausgestattete

[@t.m.4231]

@@autogefuehl Vielen Dank für die schnelle und ausführliche Antwort. Beim Preis ist bei vergleichbarer Ausstattung nicht viel Unterschied. Bei dem GLE finde ich v.a. die Schnellladefunktion vorteilhaft. Andererseits schont die langsame Ladung beim X5 auch die Batterie. Ich fahre hauptsächlich Kurz- oder Mittelstrecke und habe die Befürchtung, dass dies dem Diesel/Dieselpartikelfilter schlechter bekommt als dem Benziner, wenn der herkömmliche Motor über kurze Strecken hinzuarbeiten muss. Vielleicht wäre das Abwarten auf den GLE Benzin-Hybrid tatsächlich eine Option. Danke nochmals...und btw: Top-Arbeit.

[@RomanRamsGubanov]

A bit of an off-topic - do you know if Mercedes is going to show new GLA in Frankfurt?

[@autogefuehl]

They wont

[@RomanRamsGubanov]

@@autogefuehl Damn. Well, must be by Christmas then...

[@jaybou007]

I see all those PHEVs coming out and I think they don't make sense anymore. Of course, it depends on how many charging stations you have in your surroundings...but here in Quebec, Canada, I really don't see the point of carrying a gas engine, a battery pack AND an electric motor around. It's a nice car, granted. But with all the full electric options out there (that are charging quicker than ever before)...I really don't get it. Espacially since you can get the EQC for about the same price.

[@darksantacruz]

The worls is not only Canada keep that in mind... There are too many countries without a proper electric structure to charge an electric vehicle.

[@anthonycbrown1952]

There still are not enough charging station infrastructure anywhere in the globe if consumers went from less than 1% of all cars sold being full electric to 20%. In 2018, around 86 million cars were sold in the top 54 world markets and less than 1% are BEVs. PHEVs are still the best choice while the charging infrastructure is being established. Living in CA, during the holidays the lines at Tesla Superchargers are very very busy and Tesla is still a nice player in the automotive world.

[@alfonsodriver1324]

+Anthony C Brown - interesting hearing about your experience of California and busy Tesla chargers! That would give me "charging anxiety" even in California, if I had a BEV. In the UK with an inadequate charging infrastructure, I wouldn't worry about carrying this diesel around in this PHEV in order to negate "charge anxiety". I'd charge overnight at home and drive about in EV mode mostly with this car's better range. But with no "charge anxiety". Cheers.

[@2.3_44XD--]

the answer is probably no but I'll ask in case. Is the diesel engine able to charge the battery while driving. That would be amazing but probably not possible.

[@autogefuehl]

Of course

[@2.3_44XD--]

Sorry to ask again. Did you really understand my question. It really charges the battery itself while using the diesesl motor? I'm trying to find that in google but can't find it. Thank you anyway (sprechen Sie Deutsch?)

[@sadie63]

So with alot of cars being available as a P-HEV will the cars be able to keep track of mileage driven under petrol power and milage driven under electric power. If the GLE has a range of 100km that is more than enough for most daily comutes thus the pertol engine would see very limited use. Meaning you could drive this vehicle all year without using petrol, am I correct ? Thus the engine would have zero miles on it but the vehicle could have over 30,000km.

[@johnnym9760]

@sadie63. Don't know Merc diesel PHEV software, but listening to Thomas there, yes, with the bigger EV range of this PHEV, you could charge the battery every night, drive it in EV mode everyday for local driving and never use the diesel! The odometer would show your 30,000km! The diesel would never have started! Interesting! But in my mind, still a good call, similar price to a Tesla Model S, and no worries about charging when out and about...

[@creosl]

why the music?

[@MrKjevik]

What happends to the diesel engine if it is «never» used. Does the software in the car start it periodically?

[@autogefuehl]

Listen to driving part full length!

[@MrKjevik]

Autogefühl I watched the entire presentation, but don’t remember that being answered. I might have missed it.

[@thomaslieven8447]

Nice car, nice review. Anybody knows if the plug in hybrid is available as 7 seater?

[@autogefuehl]

Negative

[@j.w.dewaal7118]

Hast du den mercedes auch im gelande getestet ? Off_road pakket ist nicht moglich , hat das auto trotzdem ein off_road modus ?

[@QuietStormX]

This model not available in the U.S.

[@viki6or]

600 km in 5 hours? Impressive

[@janikdo4560]

Hello Thomas, all.. Would you, or anyone have information what is the range of kilometers you can use system power of the car, untill batery discharges? Second, w hat consumption in this mode car provides?

[@autogefuehl]

thanks! It's all in the review m8 !