The Mercedes GLE coupe is a sporty two-seater with a distinctive design. It’s equipped with a 4.0-liter mild hybrid twin-turbo V-8 and it comes with a five-star rating from the Euro NCAP crash safety agency. Its performance is also impressive, with a 0 to 100 km/h time of 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 230 km/h.
4.0-liter mild hybrid twin-turbo V-8
The Mercedes-Benz GLE coupe is a sporty SUV that offers a range of options. It comes in two different body styles and with a choice of four-cylinder or six-cylinder engines. The coupes offer a high-performance ride with an athletic exterior and a luxurious interior. A redesigned model with new styling arrived for the 2020 model year.
The base engine is a 2.0-liter turbo-4 producing 255 horsepower. This turbo-4 also features a mild-hybrid system, adding 21 horsepower. The engine is paired with a starter-generator that works in conjunction with the gas engine to add torque during deceleration. The electric drive system also adds 184 lb-ft of torque. The coupe’s rear cross-traffic alert, head-up display, and AMG Sport exhaust system give the vehicle a sophisticated and athletic appearance.
AMG models have a more powerful, responsive engine. The GLE53 produces 429 horsepower from a 3.0-liter inline-six, while the GLE 63 produces 603 hp from a twin-turbo V-8. AMG models include active roll stabilization, stiffer air springs, and adaptive dampers.
Mercedes GLE coupes have an upscale interior with a thin row of physical controls and a digital instrument cluster. Some trims even come standard with metallic paint. A touchpad controller is found in the center console. There are also power-operated soft-close doors, a panoramic sunroof, and rear cross-traffic alert.
Several GLE coupes have a sloped roofline for a sportier appearance. Some of them are available in four-door coupe or four-door sedan versions. The SUV’s cargo space is ample, though less than that of the Porsche Cayenne.
Despite its relatively modest horsepower, the Mercedes GLE coupe is a great driving experience. Its V8 engines sound nice and provide a smooth ride. There’s plenty of power for passing and cornering, but the coupes do sacrifice some interior space for flashy styling.
The GLE is available as a coupe or sedan, and both models are offered with a four-year/50,000-mile warranty and a four-year roadside assistance plan. It’s also available in all-wheel-drive, making it an ideal vehicle for those who prefer to go off-road.
For the 2023 model year, the Mercedes GLE isn’t getting a lot of changes. It’s still a popular SUV, but it will no longer offer the GLC350e plug-in hybrid model. The GLE will continue to offer all-wheel drive and a range of turbo-6 engines.
60/40 split second row of seats
The new Mercedes GLE Coupe is a sporty sibling to the standard GLE luxury SUV. It boasts a sporty curved roofline and fastback design. The GLE Coupe is available with a variety of options, including Burmester audio, Multicontour massaging front seats, and heated rear seats. The GLE Coupe also features a rear cargo area.
The interior of the GLE is spacious and well-appointed. The cabin offers modern features like a dual 12.3-inch infotainment display, a touchpad between the front seats, and a center console mounted controller. There are also options for heated and cooled front cup holders, an air-cleaning system, and in-cabin fragrance.
The new Mercedes GLE has plenty of room for passengers, with seating for five to seven depending on the option. The third row is power-folding and can be lowered into a spacious cargo hold. The optional third row is large enough to hold 11 carry-on suitcases.
The new GLS boasts a larger wheelbase than its predecessor, which translates to more room inside. This makes it easier to get in and out of the second and third rows of seats. Besides the extra room, the new GLS has a lot of cargo space, too. The trunk holds up to 93.8 cubic feet of cargo.
The new GLE boasts a 60/40 split folding bench seat in the second row. That’s different from the 40/20/40 split folding seats in the previous model. The 40/20/40 split-folding seats can fold 80% of the back seat, while the 60/40 split can fold 100%.
The GLE 550 comes with a 5.5-liter V8 Biturbo engine. It’s paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission and a 48-volt EQ Boost mild hybrid system. The engine has plenty of horsepower, too. The GLE 350 is the base model, and it’s powered by a 2.0-liter inline-4 turbo. The engine in the GLE 450 is a 3.0-liter turbocharged V6. The engine in the GLE 450 has a 9-speed automatic transmission and a 48-volt mild hybrid system.
The new Mercedes GLE is one of the most practical and luxurious SUVs around. It offers excellent passenger comfort and space, and it also boasts plenty of high-tech features, such as a power liftgate.
Euro NCAP’s five-star crash safety score
The Mercedes GLE Coupe has achieved a maximum five star crash safety rating from Euro NCAP. This is the first model to receive such a score from the safety assessment program.
The Coupe was also tested for child protection. The GLE scored 92 percent for child occupant protection. In addition, the SUV received a 78 percent rating for pedestrian protection.
The SUV also scored well in adult occupant protection tests. The car scored 91 percent for the safety of the adult passenger.
The vehicle’s road safety dashboard features an easy-to-use interface that helps identify dangerous stretches of road. It also highlights areas where cyclists and pedestrians are at a higher risk of injury. This helps drivers avoid accidents and stay safe.
Other driver assistance systems included in the standard package include blind spot warning, lane keeping assist, and lane departure alert. In addition, the model also has autonomous emergency braking.
The coupe’s aerodynamic features include a 17 degree breakover angle and a 25 degree approach angle. This allows the vehicle to steer around an obstacle to avoid collision.
The Mercedes GLE also includes blind spot assist, active cruise control, and cross-traffic automatic braking. In addition, the SUV has several airbags and a speed alert system.
A five star rating means that the Mercedes GLE is considered one of the safest large family SUVs on the market. The car has also received a number of other notable awards for its safety. This includes a Top Safety Pick designation from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
The vehicle was also tested for autonomous emergency braking for pedestrians. In this test, the vehicle’s active braking system moved the vehicle to the slowest lane in order to safely bring the vehicle to a stop. It warns other vehicles with hazard lights if it encounters a potential collision.
The SUV also scored good marks in the Adaptive Cruise Control Performance test. This feature enables the vehicle to maintain a set speed when it detects a collision. The Mercedes-Benz PRE-SAFE system was also awarded an Advance Reward.
The GLE’s active safety assist systems have earned it a five-star crash safety rating from Euro NCAP. The SUV also received a 91 percent safety rating for the protection of its adult passengers.
Limited-run Edition 55
Mercedes-AMG has announced a limited-run Edition 55 for the GLE Coupe and SUV models. These models will be built to celebrate the 55th anniversary of the performance brand. The Edition 55 guise will be offered on GLE 53, 63 and 63 S.
The new edition features special interior and exterior touches. It will also come with the AMG Night Package, which includes black chrome exhaust tips and a black-chrome finish on window surrounds and door mirrors. In addition, the Edition 55 package will include a breathable outer paneling made of tear-resistant synthetic fiber.
Aside from its unique look, the Edition 55 will also feature a 3.7-second 0-60 mph time, electronically-limited top speed of 174 mph and EQ Boost technology. The interior will be furnished in Nappa leather. It will also feature simulated air outlets and fake air vents. The center armrest will feature embossed AMG crests. Lastly, it will have specially woven floor mats with the Edition 55 logo.
The edition will be available for the US market from late this year. It will cost between EUR5,950 and EUR13,090. The edition will be limited to 55 units, though European customers will likely receive more. It will be sold at select dealerships.
The Edition 55 will be available in Obsidian Black Metallic and Diamond White Bright. The latter will come from the Manufaktur palette.
The inside of the Edition 55 will be decorated in red and black Nappa leather. It will also feature black B-pillar glass, a Panamericana grille with black louvers and contrasting foil decals on the rocker panels. It will also feature red contrast stitching.
The edition will also come with a custom-fitted AMG Indoor Car Cover. It will feature an antistatic inner fabric made of flannel. It will also have black door mirrors and tinted windows.
The edition will be sold in the US market and in the UK. The price of the GLE 53 model is not known yet. The edition will be available until December 2022. AMG is accepting orders for the Edition 55 until then. It will be available for the US and EU markets until then, but other countries may get a variant.
