Seven hundred newton metres and 7.7 litres per hundred kilometres. That's an unusual pair of numbers, and it's why the GLE 400 d is the one to take when the drive is long, the load is heavy, or there's something on the towbar.
Overview
Most large luxury SUVs make you choose between effortless performance and sensible running costs. The GLE 400 d doesn't, and the reason is the engine. It's a 2.9-litre inline-six turbo-diesel producing 243kW and 700Nm, with peak torque available from just 1,200rpm. Reviewers consistently describe it as remarkably refined for a diesel — quiet, smooth and barely audible even when worked. The nine-speed automatic doesn't need to shuffle gears because the torque is simply there, which makes it unusually relaxing on a long drive. Claimed combined consumption is 7.7L/100km, which for a vehicle weighing over two and a half tonnes is genuinely impressive. For Western Australian distances that combination is close to ideal. The run to Albany, Esperance or up the Coral Coast is exactly the sort of driving this car was built for — quiet at highway speed, effortless overtaking, and fewer fuel stops than anything else of this size in our fleet. It also tows properly. Braked capacity is 2,700kg, which covers most boats, camper trailers and caravans in the mid range. If you're planning to tow, tell us when you book so we can confirm what's fitted and what's permitted. Space is generous. In five-seat form the boot holds around 690 litres and expands to roughly 2,010 litres with the rear seats down. The seats slide to trade legroom against luggage, and if the vehicle is the seven-seat version the third row folds away when it isn't needed. Inside it's a full Mercedes cabin — twin display screens, quality materials and comfort that holds up over hours rather than minutes. Practical notes. It's a large vehicle at nearly five metres long and almost two metres wide, so allow room in car parks and check clearance before entering an underground one. It runs 20-inch wheels on low-profile tyres, and 4MATIC is an on-road all-wheel-drive system — unsealed roads are excluded under the rental agreement.
Benefits of choosing Suzuki
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Premium Damage Waiver ($500 Excess)
Reduces your damage liability from $3,500 to $500. Available for drivers aged 21+.
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STANDARD Young Driver Damage Waiver ($1,000 Excess)
Reduces your damage liability from $3,500 to $1,000. Compulsory for drivers aged 18-20.
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PRESTIGE Premium Damage Waiver ($1,500 Excess)
Reduces your damage liability from $5,000 to $1,500. Available for drivers aged 25+.
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STANDARD Compact SUV Tyre, Rims & Glass Cover
Reduces your liability to $0 for damage to the windscreen, windows, rims and tyres.
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PRESTIGE Tyre, Rims & Glass Cover
Reduces your liability to $0 for damage to the windscreen, windows, rims and tyres.
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125kms/Day Free
125km included free per day. Extra kilometres charged at $0.50 per km.
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Unlimited Kilometres
Unlimited kilometres within a 500km radius of Perth CBD only. $12/day standard, $20/day MU-X, $30/day Prestige vehicles.
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Extended Area of Use
Required for travel into regional WA including Esperance, Kalgoorlie and Exmouth.
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Additional Driver Fee
Add an extra approved driver. Capped at $50 per driver.
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Child Seat
Various sizes available - choose on collection. Capped at $100 per seat.