Lisbon rewards the unhurried traveler — light off the Tejo at dusk, calçada underfoot in Chiado, the long descent of Avenida da Liberdade opening toward the river. The Mercedes GLE 350de meets this city on its own terms: a plug-in hybrid SUV with the composure for cobbled hills and the silence required for arriving well.
Handover, Delivery, and Arrival in the Capital
We meet most guests in the arrivals hall at Lisbon Airport (LIS), with the GLE staged moments from the terminal and a brief walkthrough conducted at your pace. For those already in the city, we deliver to hotels along Avenida da Liberdade, the PrĂncipe Real townhouses, and riverside residences in BelĂ©m and Cais do SodrĂ©. Weekend bookings — Friday evening to Monday morning — are handled by appointment, including late arrivals after long-haul flights.
Journeys This Car Was Made For
- A composed transfer from LIS to a hotel suite on Avenida da Liberdade, twenty minutes door to door
- Sunday lunch in Belém, parking quietly near the Jerónimos before the Tejo opens out
- The A5 west to Cascais and Guincho, roughly thirty-five minutes of coastal motorway
- The A1 north toward Porto for a midweek board meeting, returning the same evening in silence on electric power
- Sintra's serra roads, where the GLE's air suspension absorbs the climb to Monserrate
The Car Itself
The 350de pairs a 2.0-litre diesel with a substantial electric motor, allowing roughly 100 kilometres of EV range — enough for a full day inside Lisbon without touching the engine. The Airmatic suspension reads the Bairro Alto's worn setts and the A2's expansion joints with equal discretion. Inside, Nappa leather, the twin MBUX displays, and a Burmester system make the cabin a considered place to conduct business.
The city quiets when you arrive without engine noise.
Practical Notes
Comprehensive insurance with a reduced excess is included, as is a charging cable and a full tank at handover. The vehicle is returned in the same condition; tolls on the A1, A2, and A5 are billed at cost.