Mercedes-Benz Gle 500 2018
Analysis of 5 active listings for Mercedes-Benz Gle 500 2018 from mobile.bg, cars.bg and other sources. Real market prices, known engine issues and what to check before buying.
Petrol 4Hybrid 1
📊 Market data
- Cheap listings26 300 €
- Typical price35 780 €
- Expensive listings41 100 €
- Average mileage130 501 км
⚙️ Engines — what to expect
Mercedes M278 4.7 biturbo V8 — M278
Known issues
- Turbo oil lines and gaskets in the hot V area can leak — oil drips onto exhaust. (~500–1 500 € repair)
- Chain tensioner can weaken — chain noise on cold start. (~800–2 500 € repair)
Mercedes M113 V8 (4.3/5.0) — M113
Known issues
- Same swirl flap linkage issue as M112. (~200–600 € repair)
- Engine wiring harness insulation becomes brittle with heat — intermittent misfires, sensor issues. (~400–1 200 € repair)
🚨 What to check before buying
Overall risk score: 8/10
Serious risks
- Hot-V turbo oil leaks: Turbo oil lines and gaskets in the hot V area can leak — oil drips onto exhaust.
- Timing chain tensioner: Chain tensioner can weaken — chain noise on cold start.
Additional notes
- Mercedes M278 4.7 V8 twin-turbo with 100k+ km: timing chain tensioners and guides wear, causing rattling on startup. Chain is at the front but still expensive due to engine complexity. Also prone to: turbo actuator failure, air suspension issues (in S/CLS-Class), and expensive sensor failures. Budget €2,000-4,000 for timing chain service.
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