
Where is the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE made?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE versions reported to NHTSA (GLE SUV (GLE350- 4M/GLE350), GLE SUV (GLE450- 4M/GLE450-4M Coupe/GLE53-, GLE SUV (GLE450e- 4M), GLE/GLS SUV (GLE580-4M/GLS580- 4M)…) are assembled in the USA.
Built in the USA.
Every 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE reported to NHTSA was assembled in the United States. If you bought one new with a loan taken out after December 31, 2024, its interest can qualify for the deduction.
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Where each version is built
| Version, as reported to NHTSA | Final assembly |
|---|---|
| GLE SUV (GLE350- 4M/GLE350) | USA |
| GLE SUV (GLE450- 4M/GLE450-4M Coupe/GLE53- | USA |
| GLE SUV (GLE450e- 4M) | USA |
| GLE/GLS SUV (GLE580-4M/GLS580- 4M) | USA |
| GLE/GLS SUV (AMG GLE63 S/AMG GLE63 S Coupe/AMG GLS63) | USA |
Questions about the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE
Is the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE made in the USA?
Yes. Every 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE version reported to NHTSA has its final assembly in the United States.
Does the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE qualify for the car loan interest deduction?
It can. It meets the US final assembly test. The interest qualifies if you bought it new, with a loan taken out after December 31, 2024, mainly for personal use. You can deduct up to $10,000 a year from 2025 to 2028, phased out above $100,000 of income ($200,000 for joint filers).
How much of the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE is made in the US and Canada?
US and Canadian parts make up between 30% and 40%, depending on the version, of its value, according to the manufacturer's labeling report to NHTSA. The largest foreign source of parts is Mexico, at 18%.
Where are the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE's engine and transmission made?
The engine or motor comes from Germany and Poland. The transmission comes from Germany.
Other model years
| Year | Assembled in | US and Canadian parts | Deduction |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 GLE | USA | 10% | Built in USA |
Where this information comes from
Assembly countries and parts content come from the 2026 American Automobile Labeling Act report that Mercedes-Benz USA filed with NHTSA (listing dated June 8, 2026). Plant details for an individual vehicle come from NHTSA's VIN decoder. Manufacturers can change plants during a model year, so confirm with your VIN or window sticker.
All Mercedes-Benz models and the car loan interest deduction rules