Mercedes-Benz W166 (ML / GLE)
VIN Decoder & Factory Options
The Mercedes-Benz W166 is the chassis code for the ML / GLE (3rd Gen, years 2011-2019).
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Quick Buyer Checklist for the W166
Buying a used Mercedes W166? Check the extras before you pay for them.
Many used cars are advertised with premium packages that aren't factory original or omit major equipment gaps. Don't just take the seller's word for it.
Why check the factory data
The W166 generation introduced complex electronic architectures and high-value optional packages that are frequently misadvertised by dealers and private sellers. As a buyer, the only way to guarantee what you're buying is through the original factory option codes and equipment.
Transitioning from the M-Class (ML) to the GLE-Class, the W166 represents Mercedes' primary premium SUV offering. It offers highly efficient diesel engines.