Mercedes-Benz GLE generations
(Turning circle)| Generation year | Turning circle |
|---|---|
| GLE, Model year 2015 (GLE 166/292) | 11 m |
| GLE, Model year 2019 (GLE 167) | 11 m |
| GLE, Model year 2023 (GLE 167 (1. Facelift)) | 12 m |
Variants
Mercedes-Benz GLE variants: GLE vs. GLE AMG vs. GLE AMG Coupé vs. GLE Coupé
(Turning circle)| Variant name | Turning circle |
|---|---|
| GLE | 12 m |
| GLE AMG | 12 m |
| GLE AMG Coupé | 12 m |
| GLE Coupé | 11 m |
The turning circle compared to other Mercedes-Benz models
When positioned against other Mercedes-Benz models, the GLE's latest turning circle of 12.00 meters doesn't exactly scream compact. Models like the Mercedes-Benz A{class} Limousine, B{class}, and CLA Shooting Brake, all parade turning circles around the 11.00 meters mark, making them decidedly more nimble around tight corners. The Mercedes-Benz EQB and EQC both stand toe-to-toe with the GLE at 11.80 meters in their pre-facelift days. Yet, the crucial context here is that these rivals are typically shorter and less bulky. The GLE's mighty stature and commanding presence mean it can gobble up just about any terrain - a trade-off most are happy to make for a few extra centimeters in turning circle radius.
Mercedes-Benz GLE vs other current cars by Mercedes-Benz
(Turning circle)| Variant name | Turning circle |
|---|---|
| EQS | 11 m |
| C{class} All-Terrain | 11 m |
| C{class} AMG T-Modell | 11 m |
| C{class} Limousine | 11 m |
| C{class} T-Modell | 11 m |
| GLC | 11 m |
| GLC Coupé | 11 m |
| EQS SUV | 11 m |
| Maybach EQS SUV | 11 m |
| GLE Coupé | 11 m |
| C{class} AMG Cabriolet | 11 m |
| C{class} Cabriolet | 11 m |
| C{class} Coupé | 11 m |
| CLE Cabriolet | 11 m |
| CLE Coupé | 11 m |
| CLS Coupé | 11 m |
| CLA AMG Coupé | 11 m |
| CLA AMG Shooting Brake | 11 m |
| CLA Coupé | 11 m |
| CLA Shooting Brake | 11 m |
| GLA | 11 m |
| A{class} | 11 m |
| A{class} AMG | 11 m |
| A{class} AMG Limousine | 11 m |
| A{class} Limousine | 11 m |
| E{class} All-Terrain | 11 m |
| E{class} Limousine | 11 m |
| E{class} T-Modell | 11 m |
| GLB | 11 m |
| EQA | 11 m |
| EQB | 11 m |
| Marco Polo | 11 m |
| Marco Polo Horizon | 11 m |
| B{class} | 11 m |
| Vito Tourer | 11 m |
| V{class} | 11 m |
| T{class} | 11 m |
| Citan {VAN} | 11 m |
| Citan Tourer | 11 m |
| eCitan {VAN} | 11 m |
| eCitan Tourer | 11 m |
| EQT | 11 m |
| AMG GT {4door} Coupé | 12 m |
| AMG SL | 12 m |
| AMG GT Coupé | 12 m |
| S{class} AMG Limousine | 12 m |
| S{class} Limousine | 12 m |
| EQS AMG | 12 m |
| C{class} AMG Limousine | 12 m |
| GLC AMG | 12 m |
| GLC AMG Coupé | 12 m |
| GLS | 12 m |
| GLS AMG | 12 m |
| Maybach GLS | 12 m |
| GLE | 12 m |
| GLE AMG | 12 m |
| GLE AMG Coupé | 12 m |
| EQE | 12 m |
| EQE AMG | 12 m |
| EQE SUV | 12 m |
| EQE SUV AMG | 12 m |
| C{class} AMG Coupé | 12 m |
| CLE AMG Coupé | 12 m |
| CLS AMG Coupé | 12 m |
| GLA AMG | 12 m |
| GLB AMG | 12 m |
| Marco Polo Activity | 12 m |
| eVito {VAN} | 12 m |
| eVito Tourer | 12 m |
| Vito {VAN} | 12 m |
| EQV | 12 m |
| Sprinter {VAN} | 12 m |
| Maybach S{class} Limousine | 13 m |
| G{class} AMG Station-Wagen {long} | 13 m |
| G{class} Station-Wagen {long} | 13 m |
| Sprinter Tourer | 13 m |
| eSprinter {VAN} | 15 m |
How does the turning circle of the Mercedes-Benz GLE compare to it's nearest competitors?
Comparing the GLE's turning circle with its nearest foes in the competitive luxury SUV segment reveals an interesting landscape. For instance, the Cadillac XT4 trims a neat 11.60 meters – a modest but noticeable improvement over the GLE. On the opposite end, the Audi Q3 matches the older GLE generations at 11.80 meters, while the SEAT Tarraco nudges up slightly to 11.90 meters. Then comes the show's surprise: the KIA Niro's ultra-compact 10.60 meters, a figure that leaves the German juggernaut eating humble pie. Yet, it's the GLE's all-star lineup of features and its sheer vault-like build quality that often swing buyers back, even if it means recalibrating one's parallel parking zen.
Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. similar cars
(Turning circle)| Car model | Turning circle |
|---|---|
| Ligier JS 60 2020 | 9 m |
| Hyundai Tucson 2004 | 10 m |
| Peugeot 4008 2012 | 10 m |
| SsangYong Korando 2011 | 10 m |
| Cadillac XT4 2020 | 11 m |
| Mercedes-Benz GLB 2019 | 11 m |
| ALPINA XD3 2013 | 11 m |
| Hyundai Grand Santa Fe 2013 | 11 m |
| Mercedes-Benz GLC 2015 | 11 m |
| Hyundai ix55 2009 | 11 m |
| Infiniti QX30 2016 | 11 m |
| Ford Edge 2016 | 11 m |
| Jaguar E-Pace 2018 | 11 m |
| Volvo XC60 2008 | 11 m |
| Dodge Nitro 2007 | 11 m |
| SsangYong Actyon 2006 | 11 m |
| Ford Kuga 2008 | 11 m |
| Renault Koleos 2008 | 11 m |
| Hyundai Santa Fe 2001 | 11 m |
| ALPINA XD4 2018 | 12 m |
| Mercedes-Benz GL-Klasse 2006 | 12 m |
| BMW X5 2000 | 12 m |
| Citroen C-Crosser 2007 | 12 m |
| Audi e-tron 2019 | 12 m |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE 2023 | 12 m |
| Audi Q8 2018 | 13 m |
