Mercedes-Benz GLE value and depreciation
Known for big diesel family luxury suv.
Projected value of a new Mercedes-Benz GLE
We class the Mercedes-Benz GLE as a premium (established) in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 60% after three years and 44% after five. German and established luxury compacts and mid-sizers. A hard first-year knock, then steady losses that accelerate once the motorplan expires.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 79% | R 1 555 759 | R 1 369 068 |
| 3 years | 60% | R 1 177 976 | R 1 036 619 |
| 5 years | 44% | R 869 885 | R 765 499 |
| 7 years | 32% | R 634 285 | R 558 171 |
| 10 years | 20% | R 387 492 | R 340 993 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 1 958 375; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Successor to the ML from 2015, the GLE is the large family SUV of the local range in standard and coupe bodies. Diesel derivatives dominate sales, currently led by the 450d. It is a near-R2 million car new and sheds a lot of that in rand terms over the first years.
What used GLE years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 GLE | R 1 958 375 | R 1 723 370 | Details → |
| 2025 GLE | R 1 474 654 | R 1 297 696 | Details → |
| 2024 GLE | R 1 216 283 | R 1 070 329 | Details → |
| 2023 GLE | R 1 003 180 | R 882 798 | Details → |
| 2022 GLE | R 817 126 | R 719 071 | Details → |
| 2021 GLE | R 665 579 | R 585 710 | Details → |
| 2020 GLE | R 542 138 | R 477 081 | Details → |
| 2019 GLE | R 436 031 | R 383 707 | Details → |
| 2018 GLE | R 350 691 | R 308 608 | Details → |
| 2017 GLE | R 282 053 | R 248 207 | Details → |
| 2016 GLE | R 226 850 | R 199 628 | Details → |
| 2015 GLE | R 182 451 | R 160 557 | Details → |
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Mercedes-Benz GLE: common questions
What is a Mercedes-Benz GLE worth after 3 years?
A Mercedes-Benz GLE bought new today for R 1 958 375 is projected to be worth about R 1 177 976 after three years, which is 60% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 1 036 619.
Does the Mercedes-Benz GLE hold its value?
We class the Mercedes-Benz GLE as a premium (established) in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 60% after three years and 44% after five. German and established luxury compacts and mid-sizers. A hard first-year knock, then steady losses that accelerate once the motorplan expires.
What does a used Mercedes-Benz GLE cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 1 216 283 retail today, while a 2015 model sits around R 182 451. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Mercedes-Benz GLE cost per month?
Financing a new Mercedes-Benz GLE at R 1 958 375 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 34 229 per month before bank fees and insurance.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.