Environment. Fast forward to tomorrow.

BlueEFFICIENCY measures are comprehensive vehicle optimisations that help save fuel and ease the burden on the environment. In the new GLE, too, the most efficient engines are combined with the best features available, to keep fuel consumption to a minimum.

These include:

Its extraordinary streamlining has a decisive influence on consumption. That's why when planning the GLE we used state-of-the-art test procedures in order to develop measures to reduce drag as far as possible.The result: a drag coefficient of 0.32. One of the best in its class.

Apart from this, engine compartment and underbody panelling, which optimises the outflow of cooling air from the engine compartment and prevents flow loss caused by flow obstruction and turbulence around the vehicle underbody, also contributes towards an excellent drag coefficient.In addition, the roof spoiler on the boot lid reduces air turbulence.

The exceptional aerodynamics can also be directly appreciated in the vehicle interior: It has been possible to eliminate virtually completely all the noises caused by airflow and vibrations.

What's the easiest way to save fuel and reduce emission levels? By having the engine automatically switched off whenever it's not needed. Engine off when the vehicle is stationary, the engine switches on again when the brake is released or the accelerator pedal is depressed.

Automatically switching off the engine when stationary, for example in tailbacks or at traffic lights, lowers fuel consumption and emissions and saves fuel costs. The ECO start/stop function operates particularly effectively, quickly and quietly.

Right from the early development stages, great importance was attached to using materials in the new GLE that are low on emissions and recyclable. The new GLE achieves a materials recycling level of 85 percent and recoverability of 95 percent according to the ISO 22628 calculation model.

Examples of environmentally materials and processes include:

• Energy-saving, extremely durable LED technology for numerous interior and exterior lighting functions
  
• Innovative paint process with a minimal environmental impact