Mercedes GLE 500e 4MATIC EV charger: which one suits best?
The Mercedes-Benz GLE 500e 4MATIC is a plug-in hybrid with a modest charging need: it charges at home at up to 3.7 kW through a Type 2 connection. That is low, and it helps: you do not need a fast, heavy EV charger to fill this GLE every night. Want to compare more widely? See our overview of all Mercedes-Benz EV chargers.
For the Mercedes GLE 500e 4MATIC we recommend a charger from our 7.4 kW EV chargers.
Charging specifications of the Mercedes GLE 500e 4MATIC
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Usable battery capacity | approx. 8.8 kWh |
| Max. AC charging power (home) | 3.7 kW (single-phase, 16 A) |
| Charging time with an EV charger | approx. 2.5 hours (nearly empty to full, incl. charging losses) |
| Charging plug | Type 2 (Mennekes) |
Which EV charger suits the Mercedes GLE 500e 4MATIC?
Because the GLE 500e never charges faster than 3.7 kW, a 22 kW charger adds nothing in practice. The car simply does not ask for more. A 7.4 kW EV charger fills the battery in about 2.5 hours. Still, it is worth looking beyond charging speed alone.
A charger with a built-in MID meter is worth considering, a certified kWh meter that records your charging accurately. From 2026 in the Netherlands only, private drivers can earn back around 10 cents per kWh charged at home, and a calibrated meter is also handy for settling costs with an employer or lease company. Good to know: in our range calibrated meters start at 11 kW, so if a MID meter matters to you, look at our chargers with a MID meter or an 11 kW EV charger with a three-phase connection, which also future-proofs you for a faster EV later.
How long does the Mercedes GLE 500e 4MATIC take to charge?
The calculation is simple: a battery of about 8.8 kWh divided by 3.7 kW comes to roughly 2.4 hours from nearly empty to full; with charging losses you are closer to 2.5 hours. A heavier charger changes nothing, because the car limits charging to 3.7 kW. Plug in the GLE in the evening and it is ready well in time for your next trip. The GLE 500e has a Type 2 connection; if you also want to charge somewhere else on the road, you need a Type 2 charging cable. At home you charge through the fixed connection of your charger.
Do you need a heavy connection for the GLE 500e?
No. Every meter cupboard can handle 3.7 kW (16 A on one phase), even an older single-phase connection, so you do not need to upgrade it for this car. Worth considering anyway: if you already have a three-phase connection, still choose an 11 kW charger. Then you are ready for a next, fully electric car that does charge faster. We always recommend having the connection made by a certified installer, which is safer and important for your insurance. We arrange installation in the Netherlands, Flemish Belgium and Germany, in Germany through a free quotation.
Other Mercedes plug-in hybrids
Wallbox Discounter also has charging advice for other Mercedes plug-in hybrids with a similarly low charging profile:
Frequently asked questions
Does the Mercedes GLE 500e need a three-phase connection?
No. The GLE 500e charges on single phase at up to 3.7 kW, which every standard meter cupboard supplies without an upgrade. A three-phase connection is only interesting if you want to use your charger for a future, faster EV as well.
Why does a MID meter matter for this car?
A MID meter is a certified kWh meter that records your charging accurately. From 2026 in the Netherlands only, private drivers can earn back around 10 cents per kWh charged at home, and for business drivers a calibrated meter makes settling charging costs with an employer or lease company straightforward. In our range these calibrated meters start at 11 kW three-phase chargers.