Mercedes GLE 2015 500 2015 e
Mercedes GLE 2015 3.0 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Mercedes GLE 2015 500 2015 e has been produced from January, 2015 to January, 2018. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 333 horsepower on 5250 rpm and torque 480 Nm (Newton metres) on 1600 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 220 000 to 370 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Mercedes GLE 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8 litres.
Mercedes GLE 2015 500 2015 e has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes GLE 2015 500 2015 e accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 245 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mercedes GLE 2015 500 2015 e in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 3.5 litres per 100km (28.6 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Mercedes GLE 2015 - 2018 version. Fuel tank capacity is 93 litres or 24.57 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 2640 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.

Mercedes GLE 2015 500 2015 e technical data
Model: | Mercedes GLE 500 2015 e | ||
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Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
Production period: | 2015. January ... 2018. January | ||
Engine: | 2996 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 333 HP ON 5250 RPM | Torque: | 480 NM ON 1600 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (7 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Maximum speed: | 245 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.3 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 3.5 (combined) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 93 litres (24.6 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.80m (length) 1.93m (width) 1.80m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.8 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 202 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 3050 kg |
Mercedes GLE 2015 500 2015 e engine M276 DEH30 LA
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 2996 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 88 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 82.1 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.7 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Mercedes GLE 2015 500 2015 e oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
Power | 333 - 367 HP ON 5250 RPM |
Torque | 480 - 520 NM ON 1600 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2010 |
Duration of production | 15 years |
Engine also used on | Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Mercedes SL |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
All Mercedes GLE crossover [2015 - 2018] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
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Mercedes GLE 2.1 250 2015 CDI 4x4
Jan 2015 — Jan 2018 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.1 Diesel | 204 HP | 6.6 l/100km |
Mercedes GLE 3.0 400 2015 4x4 Jan 2015 — Jan 2018 | 3.0 Petrol | 333 HP | 8.9 l/100km |
Mercedes GLE 3.0 500 2015 e 4x4
Jan 2015 — Jan 2018 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.0 Petrol | 333 HP | 3.5 l/100km |
Mercedes GLE 3.0 350 2015 CDI 4x4
Jan 2015 — Jan 2018 Most powerfull diesel version (249 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 249 HP | 7.2 l/100km |
Mercedes GLE 2015 3.0 GLE 500 e V6 4x4 | 3.0 Hybrid | 333 HP | - |
Mercedes GLE 3.5 300 2015 4x4 Jan 2015 — Jan 2018 | 3.5 Petrol | 249 HP | - |
Mercedes GLE 4.7 500 2015 4x4 Jan 2015 — Jan 2018 | 4.7 Petrol | 408 HP | 9.4 l/100km |
Mercedes GLE 2015 5.5 AMG GLE 63 V8 4x4 | 5.5 Petrol | 558 HP | 11.8 l/100km |
Mercedes GLE 2015 5.5 AMG GLE 63 S V8 4x4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.2 seconds |
5.5 Petrol | 585 HP | 11.8 l/100km |