Mercedes-Benz GLE towing capacity
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE is rated for up to 7,200 lbs (the source does not say which hitch type the figure is for), in its best-equipped configuration. Other configurations are rated lower.
Source documents last retrieved October 3, 2026.
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2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE
Hitch type not stated
The source gives these trailer weights without naming a hitch type. They are shown as printed.
| Configuration | Engine | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE SUV AMGsecondary source: Trailer Life annual towing guide; hitch type not stated by the guide | All | 7,200 lbs | p. 22 | |||
| GLE 350 4Matic SUV AWDsecondary source: Trailer Life annual towing guide; hitch type not stated by the guide | 3.5L V-6 | AWD | 7,200 lbs | p. 22 | ||
| GLE 350 SUV RWDsecondary source: Trailer Life annual towing guide; hitch type not stated by the guide | 3.5L V-6 | RWD | 6,600 lbs | p. 22 |
Source: Trailer Life 2020 Towing Guide (a compilation, not the manufacturer)
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE
Hitch type not stated
The source gives these trailer weights without naming a hitch type. They are shown as printed.
| Configuration | Engine | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE SUV AMGsecondary source: Trailer Life annual towing guide; hitch type not stated by the guide | All | 7,200 lbs | towing package | p. 23 | ||
| GLE 350 4Matic SUV AWDsecondary source: Trailer Life annual towing guide; hitch type not stated by the guide | 3.5L V-6 | AWD | 7,200 lbs | towing package | p. 23 | |
| GLE 350 SUV RWDsecondary source: Trailer Life annual towing guide; hitch type not stated by the guide | 3.5L V-6 | RWD | 6,600 lbs | towing package | p. 23 |
Source: Trailer Life 2019 Towing Guide (a compilation, not the manufacturer)
2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE
| Engine | Hitch type not stated |
|---|---|
| All | 7,200 lbs |
| 3.5L V-6 | 7,200 lbs |
| 3.0L V-6 TC | 4,410 lbs |
All 4 2018 GLE configurations, with axle, cab and required equipment
Source: Trailer Life 2018 Towing Guide (a compilation, not the manufacturer)
2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE
| Engine | Hitch type not stated |
|---|---|
| 5.5L V-8 TC | 7,200 lbs |
| 3.5L V-6 | 7,200 lbs |
| 3.0L V-6 TC | 7,200 lbs |
| 2.1L I-4 | 6,600 lbs |
All 6 2016 GLE configurations, with axle, cab and required equipment
Source: Trailer Life 2016 Towing Guide (a compilation, not the manufacturer)
Common questions
How has the Mercedes-Benz GLE's towing capacity changed by year?
Highest published rating by model year: 2020: 7,200 lbs; 2019: 7,200 lbs; 2018: 7,200 lbs; 2016: 7,200 lbs.
What hitch are the Mercedes-Benz GLE ratings for?
For some years the manufacturer's document gives a trailer weight without naming a hitch type. We show those as "Hitch type not stated" and do not assume one.