2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE
Est. monthly payment:
R 24,615 p/m
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE400d 4Matic is a pristine, nearly new luxury SUV perfect for South African drivers seeking style, comfort, and performance. With only 74,000 km, this model offers exceptional value, combining elegance with impressive reliability. Its sleek design and premium features make it a standout choice in the used vehicle market.
Powered by a robust 3.0L diesel engine generating 330 Hp, the GLE400d delivers smooth, powerful drives with excellent fuel efficiency at just 6.9 L/100km. The automatic 9G-TRONIC transmission ensures effortless handling, whether cruising on highways or city streets. Inside, it comfortably seats five with spacious, well-appointed interiors and five doors for convenience.
Located in Arconpark, Vereeniging, Gauteng, this Mercedes-Benz GLE400d is available for immediate viewing and test drives. Buyers can explore affordable finance deals and compare prices easily, making it the best option to buy a luxury SUV at a competitive price in South Africa. Contact today to experience this exceptional vehicle firsthand.
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Mercedes-Benz GLE
Mercedes-Benz’s GLE struts its stuff right at the top of the South African luxury SUV pack, squaring up to the BMW X5, Audi Q7 and Porsche Cayenne with a certain swagger. Every one of the 12 listed examples runs petrol or diesel and, as it should be, you won’t find a manual shifter in sight — buyers at this level wouldn’t want one anyway. Prices start at a not-so-humble R579,950 for an older 350d, climbing all the way to R3,349,800 for an AMG GLE 63 S Coupe 4Matic dripping with badges and attitude. Most hover just under R2 million. That’s a spread that says you either want a just-out-the-wrapper AMG or you’re content grabbing a diesel workhorse that’s seen a few years but still looks sharp rolling through Sandton. Every GLE on offer is used, and the age range is surprisingly wide — from 2018 right up to 2026, with average mileage at a very reasonable 36,088 km. That low number isn’t just a bragging point; it’s crucial because running costs on these get spicy once you’re north of 100,000 km. The GLE 450d 4Matic pops up twice, priced between R1,949,800 and R2,189,900, and honestly, that diesel six is what the GLE should have been from the start — smooth, quiet, and frugal enough for those N1 long-hauls to Joburg without pretending to be a performance hero. AMG versions are scattered at the top of the pile, but buyers here aren’t just chasing deals; they want the badge, the spec, and something that stands out when parked at Melrose Arch.
Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz doesn’t just flirt with premium status in South Africa—it owns it, at least in the eyes of aspirational buyers. You spot the three-pointed star everywhere, from the R59,500 A-Class hatchbacks that draw in the up-and-comers to the R5,549,900 S-Class and AMG monsters parked outside Sandton penthouses. With 265 active listings, the range is wide enough to make you pause: the median price lands at R439,995, which tells its own story—this isn’t just a brand for the elite. Most buyers are circling the C-Class and GLC, not the unobtainable exotica. BMW and Audi fight for every bit of market share, and Volvo’s nipping at the SUV heels, but none of them quite match Mercedes for the sheer badge power you see on SA roads, especially if you care about what your neighbours think. If you’re after a sedan that balances style, space, and that badge, the C-Class should be on your shortlist—70 used examples range from R99,500 up to a spicy R1,429,900. The A-Class hatch is the gateway Benz, tempting first-time buyers at the lowest price point, while GLC and GLE SUVs show just how high the ceiling can get, topping R2,699,900 and R579,950 respectively. Sedans and SUVs are neck-and-neck in listings, with a smattering of coupes and the odd Vito for those chasing practicality. Petrol and diesel remain the bread and butter, but you’ll find a handful of electrified options if you look hard enough, and that’s the point—on paper at least, the Mercedes lineup covers every angle, even if rivals can’t quite match the kerb appeal that still matters in Joburg or Cape Town.
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