Mercedes-Benz GLE: V167 vs V167 Facelift
Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, this is a straight petrol-hybrid versus plug-in hybrid choice. The Mercedes-Benz GLE V167 is the quicker, punchier SUV: 367 hp, 500 Nm, 5.7 seconds to 100 km/h and a 250 km/h top speed. The Mercedes-Benz GLE V167 Facelift gives up pace with 248 hp, 400 Nm and 6.1 seconds, but its 31.0 kWh battery and 114 km EV range change daily running. It also gets a four-year warranty and RM440 road tax, against two years and RM1,638. The catch is boot space: 490 litres versus 630 litres.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLE V167 if you want the stronger 2,999 cc powertrain, quicker 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time and the larger 630-litre boot.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLE V167 Facelift if you want plug-in hybrid running, 114 km EV range, a longer four-year warranty and much lower RM440 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Engine: Mercedes-Benz GLE V167 2,999 cc; Mercedes-Benz GLE V167 Facelift 1,999 cc
- Power and torque: Mercedes-Benz GLE V167 367 hp/500 Nm; Mercedes-Benz GLE V167 Facelift 248 hp/400 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: Mercedes-Benz GLE V167 5.7 seconds; Mercedes-Benz GLE V167 Facelift 6.1 seconds
- Battery and EV range: Mercedes-Benz GLE V167 0.9 kWh/0 km; Mercedes-Benz GLE V167 Facelift 31.0 kWh/114 km
- Boot space: Mercedes-Benz GLE V167 630 litres; Mercedes-Benz GLE V167 Facelift 490 litres
- Warranty and road tax: Mercedes-Benz GLE V167 2 years/RM1,638; Mercedes-Benz GLE V167 Facelift 4 years/RM440
V167
- Stronger 367 hp and 500 Nm output
- Quicker 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- Larger 630-litre boot
- No EV driving range
- Higher RM1,638 annual road tax
- Shorter two-year warranty
V167 Facelift
- 114 km EV range from a 31.0 kWh battery
- Lower RM440 annual road tax
- Longer four-year warranty
- Lower 248 hp and 400 Nm output
- Smaller 490-litre boot
- Lower 210 km/h top speed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 475,501✓ | RM 498,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 32-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing with PHEV Assistance |
| Capacity | 2,999 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 367 hp✓ | 248 hp |
| Torque | 500 Nm✓ | 400 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | 83 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 22 hp | 154 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 440 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 0.9 kWh | 31 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | — | 114 km✓ |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 9G-TRONIC | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 9 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Daimler AG | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7 seconds✓ | 6.1 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 9.4 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 210 km/h |
| Co2 | 214 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,924 mm | 4,924 mm |
| Width | 1,947 mm | 1,947 mm |
| Height | 1,772 mm | 1,772 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,995 mm | 2,995 mm |
| Weight | 2,220 kg | 2,685 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 85 litres | 85 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 630 litres✓ | 490 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/45R21 | 275/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 315/40R21 | 315/40R21 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy | 21" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy | 21" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated, Cross-drilled Disc | Cross-drilled Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated, Cross-drilled Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Airmatic with Adaptive Damping System (ADS PLUS) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Attention Assist, Pre-Safe, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Multibeam LED Projector | LED Reflectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated | Powered Front Seats with Massage and Ventilation Functions |
| Rear Seats | Power-adjustable Rear Seats, 60:40 Power Split-folding and Tumble | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Roof |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered Rear Door Window Shades | Sunroof Shade & Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen MBUX Infotainment System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB-C and | 12.3" MBUX Multimedia with Burmester Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot, with Contactless Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charger | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 1,638 | RM 440✓ |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
V167 vs V167 Facelift FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLE V167 or Mercedes-Benz GLE V167 Facelift better?
Neither is universally better. The Mercedes-Benz GLE V167 is faster and has a 630-litre boot; the Mercedes-Benz GLE V167 Facelift has 114 km EV range, four-year warranty and RM440 road tax. For daily use, the Facelift is the more sensible pick.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz GLE V167 Facelift costs RM498,888, while the Mercedes-Benz GLE V167 costs RM475,501. That is a RM23,387 gap.
Which Mercedes-Benz GLE has more boot space?
The Mercedes-Benz GLE V167 has the bigger boot at 630 litres. The Mercedes-Benz GLE V167 Facelift has 490 litres, so it gives up 140 litres of luggage space.