Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class
W163
The first-generation M-Class launched Mercedes-Benz into the premium midsize SUV segment and was built on the W163 platform. It was sold in the United States from the start and established the model line that later evolved into the ML-Class and then GLE-Class naming. This generation ended before the 2006 redesign.
1997–2005
W163
U.S. market
Production
1997–2005
Body code
W163
Body styles
SUV
Modifications
5
| Modification | Engine | Power | Transmission | Drive | Years | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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ml 320
1998–2003
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Gasoline · 3.2 L · 215 hp | 5-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | 215 | 1998–2003 | View details |
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ml 350
2004–2005
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Gasoline · 3.7 L · 232 hp | 5-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | 232 | 2004–2005 | View details |
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ml 430
1999–2001
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Gasoline · 4.3 L · 268 hp | 5-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | 268 | 1999–2001 | View details |
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ml 500
2004–2005
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Gasoline · 5.0 L · 302 hp | 7-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | 302 | 2004–2005 | View details |
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ml 55 amg
2004–2005
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Gasoline · 5.4 L · 349 hp | 5-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | 349 | 2004–2005 | View details |