Takes bends as if it were on rails - thanks to its active suspension stabilisers, the ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM reduces the rolling movements of the vehicle and thus ensures greater ride comfort on the roads. When driving off-road, the higher degree of articulation facilitates greater traction.

The ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM increases, on the one hand agility, and motoring enjoyment at mid-range speeds on country roads. At high speeds on the motorway, on the other hand, it improves ride stability and straight-line tracking.

Standard equipment for AMG models. Not available for the GLE 250 d, GLE 250 d 4MATIC and GLE 500 e 4MATIC.

Experience unique, sporty dynamism. The suspension lowers the vehicle level in accordance with the vehicle speed. In addition, you can also raise it, for instance in order to negotiate rough roads better. With the result: Ride stability and comfort are significantly enhanced.

This suspension system is based on the AIRMATIC package including the ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM, which improves driving dynamics together with the suspension and ride comfort both on and off the road. AMG spring struts and shock absorbers reduce the roll angle further still and deliver outstanding cornering properties.

Only available for AMG models.

The AMG speed-sensitive sports steering with variable steering ratio and direct steering response supports a sporty style of driving. Adjustment of the steering characteristic curve ensures a comfortable, or a comfortable steering feeling according to the suspension setting selected.

Only available for AMG models.

The Direct-Steer system adds to the comfort of speed-sensitive power steering with a variable steering ratio dependent on the steering wheel angle. On winding roads this leads e.g. to more agile vehicle response and increases straight-line stability.

Comfortable, sporty, winter-optimised or entirely individual suspension settings can be easily called up using the DYNAMIC SELECT Controller on the centre console. Parameters such as engine, transmission and steering characteristics are modified in accordance with the drive program chosen (suspension settings only in conjunction with the optional AIRMATIC package).

Four different drive programs can be selected using the Controller on the centre console. When the engine is started the balanced, consumption-optimised "Comfort" setting is selected as standard. 

The "Sport" drive mode, with a more direct steering characteristic curve, a sportier damping setting and modified shift points, offers greater agility and dynamism. 

Drive mode "Slippery" delivers optimised handling on iced-over and snow-covered road surfaces. This is made possible by reduced engine and transmission settings which ensure the best possible propulsion. Improved ESP® regulation and increased metering capability of the drive forces contribute towards greater drive stability.

The "Individual" drive program allows the driver to vary individual parameters at will – from the steering to the drivetrain to the suspension.

The combination of steel suspension and a selective damping system gives this suspension great agility and ride comfort. The damping system adjusts automatically to the driving situation and in this way the damping effect and stability are enhanced, especially on uneven ground.

Only available for the GLE 350 d 4MATIC, GLE 400 4MATIC and GLE 500 e 4MATIC.

The damping hardness for this chassis changes depending on the vehicle speed and thus ensures consistent stability and excellent driving dynamics. The lowering of the vehicle by eleven millimetres also plays its part.

Only available for the GLE 250 d and GLE 250 d 4MATIC.