2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE500e
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE500e
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE500e is a plug-in hybrid luxury SUV that combines a 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 engine with an electric motor for a total system output of 443 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque. It comes with a 9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic transmission and 4MATIC all-wheel drive. The GLE500e has a spacious and well-equipped interior, and it offers impressive fuel economy for its size. However, it can be expensive to maintain and repair.
Engine
3.0L Turbocharged V6
Leaking Valve Cover Gasket Description/Symptoms: Oil leak from the top of the engine, visible as a wet or oily area around the valve cover. Solution: Replace the valve cover gasket. Estimated Cost to Fix: $150 - $250+ Recalls: None Found
Timing Chain Tensioner Failure Description/Symptoms: Rattling or ticking noise from the engine, reduced engine power. Solution: Replace the timing chain tensioner. Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $1,500+ Recalls: None Found
Transmission
9G-TRONIC 9-Speed Automatic
Shifting Problems Description/Symptoms: Transmission slipping or jerking, difficulty shifting gears. Solution: Replace or repair the transmission. Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,500 - $5,000+ Recalls: None Found
Suspension
No Issues Found
Electrical
Malfunctioning Hybrid System Description/Symptoms: Hybrid system not functioning properly, reduced fuel economy, check engine light illuminated. Solution: Diagnose and repair the hybrid system. Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $3,000+ Recalls: None Found
Battery Drain Description/Symptoms: Battery draining quickly, difficulty starting the vehicle. Solution: Diagnose and repair the electrical system. Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $2,000+ Recalls: None Found
Exterior
No Issues Found
Interior
Infotainment System Malfunctions Description/Symptoms: Touchscreen unresponsive, navigation system freezing, audio system not working. Solution: Update or replace the infotainment system. Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $3,000+ Recalls: None Found
Summary
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE500e is a reliable and well-equipped SUV, but it can be expensive to maintain and repair. The most common issues reported by owners are oil leaks, timing chain tensioner failures, shifting problems, and hybrid system malfunctions. The severity and cost of these issues can vary depending on the specific part that needs to be replaced or repaired.