Mercedes-Benz GLE Launches in China With 3,115-mm Wheelbase

China Launch and Extended Wheelbase

On September 16, Mercedes-Benz announced the official launch of the all-new long-wheelbase GLE luxury SUV in China. The model is offered in five variants priced from CNY 599,800 to CNY 767,800. Its 3,115 mm wheelbase is 120 mm longer than the wheelbase of versions sold outside China, while the Chinese-market rear seat cushions are 20 mm longer and thicker. The SUV measures 5,051 mm in length, 2,018 mm in width, and 1,794/1,784/1,789 mm in height, giving the China-specific version a more spacious rear-seat configuration.

Powertrain and Performance Specifications

The long-wheelbase GLE is equipped across the lineup with an eZV electric auxiliary compressor and an intelligent all-wheel-drive system. Buyers can choose between a 2.0 L EVO inline four-cylinder engine and a 3.0 L EVO inline six-cylinder engine. The four-cylinder produces 190 kW and 400 Nm, reaches 218 km/h, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.4 seconds, and records fuel consumption of 8.86 L/100 km. The six-cylinder produces 280 kW and 560 Nm, reaches 250 km/h, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds, and has fuel consumption of 9.3/9.7 L/100 km.

Cabin Technology and Digital Architecture

Inside, the long-wheelbase GLE features a floating MBUX Superscreen with three 12.3-inch high-definition displays and two 12.9-inch rear-seat entertainment displays. The MBUX Virtual Assistant is integrated with the Doubao AI large model, while the new Mercedes-Benz Operating System, or MB.OS, architecture supports continuous over-the-air updates for intelligent driving and cabin functions. The model also adds the Momenta R6 reinforcement learning model for driver assistance, supporting urban and highway Navigation on Autopilot, along with intelligent assisted parking functions.

Momenta R7 World Model Integration

The model is also positioned to introduce newer intelligent-driving technology to the lineup, with the long-wheelbase GLE set to be among the first models to feature the Momenta R7 World Model. Together with the R6 reinforcement learning model, Navigation on Autopilot and assisted parking, this technology package extends the SUV's driver-assistance capabilities while MB.OS provides an update framework for related vehicle functions. The combination of extended rear-seat dimensions, multiple display surfaces, AI integration and driver-assistance technology gives the China-market SUV a configuration tailored to luxury buyers seeking both passenger space and connected cabin features.

Industry Impact & Outlook

The launch gives Mercedes-Benz a China-specific luxury SUV configuration that combines greater rear-seat space with expanded digital and driver-assistance functions. The 120 mm wheelbase extension directly addresses the packaging needs of the Chinese market, while MB.OS, Doubao AI integration and Momenta technology add software and intelligent-driving capabilities to the product. The five-variant lineup also provides multiple powertrain and equipment configurations within the same model range. Further market developments will depend on how buyers respond to the longer body, upgraded cabin technology and available performance specifications as the model enters the competitive Chinese luxury SUV segment.

Frequently Asked Questions

The long-wheelbase GLE is a China-specific luxury SUV with a 3,115 mm wheelbase and enhanced rear-seat dimensions. What are the key specifications of the long-wheelbase GLE?
The SUV is available in five variants priced from CNY 599,800 to CNY 767,800 and uses either a 2.0 L EVO four-cylinder or 3.0 L EVO six-cylinder engine. It includes intelligent all-wheel drive, an eZV electric auxiliary compressor, MBUX Superscreen displays, Doubao AI integration, MB.OS, and Momenta driver-assistance technology. The six-cylinder version produces 280 kW and 560 Nm, with a 250 km/h top speed and 5.5-second 0-to-100 km/h acceleration.