Mercedes GLE 350d review test drive

Should I buy one?

Clearly, we were not alone in our appreciation of the earlier M-class because it had been a strong seller for Mercedes in India for a long time. The new GLE makes an even more compelling case because it adds contemporary Merc styling, the latest in in-car entertainment and connectivity and a modern nine-speed gearbox to an already likeable package; one that stood out for its high-quality cabin, relaxing demeanour and general feeling of solidity.

Priced at Rs 69.9 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), the GLE 350d costs about Rs 2 lakh more than the old
ML 350 CDI; a fair hike considering the additional kit you get. Refined, powerful and feature-packed, the GLE 350d is the version we’d recommend for self-drive buyers. However, if you’ll be relegating driving duties to someone else, it makes sense to check out the GLE 250d. It isn’t as well equipped and won’t be as quiet or fast as the larger-hearted GLE diesel. But factor in the Rs 11 lakh lower price tag than the 350d and you’ll probably live with the compromises.