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Mercedes-Benz GLE: Pricing and specs revealed for sleek SUC

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Author: | Updated: 12 Dec 2019 12:40

Having had its big reveal at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September, Mercedes has revealed pricing and specs for the second generation GLE Coupe, as well as the 435hp mild-hybrid AMG 53.

Mercedes-Benz GLE 2020 front

Priced from £72,530 for the GLE 400 d 4MATIC AMG Line, rising to £80,615 for the Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 4MATIC+, it is lightly larger than the outgoing model and marketed as a Sports Utility Coupe.

It is a 4939mm long and 2010mm wide while the wheelbase has also grown by 20mm. In spite of this, it remains 60mm shorter than the regular GLE to emphasise its sporty dynamics.

The front view combines characteristics of the Mercedes-Benz SUV family with clear coupe attributes such as the diamond radiator grille seen across the Mercedes-Benz range. The flatter-angled windscreen works to match the rear-sloping roofline and further adds to the dynamic look of the SUC.

Mercedes-Benz GLE 2020 top

At the rear new LED taillights feature while the boot lid runs flush from the top of the window to the bumper giving the vehicle a powerful appearance.

Step inside and the GLE Coupe is replete with all the elegance you would expect from the brand, with the dashboard ported over from the GLE. That means two 12.3-inch MBUX infotainment displays featuring Hey Mercedes take pride of place. Over the course of 2020 Mercedes-Benz will also be integrating Amazon Music streaming service into the new models too.

Mercedes-Benz GLE 2020 interior

The upper surface is covered in man-made leather upholstery while the sporty emphasis comes courtesy of the standard sports seats and new sports steering wheel both of which are standard.

With the wheelbase being 20mm longer than in the previous coupe, the capacity of the stowage spaces in the interior has been increased to a total of 40 litres. This also means the boot now holds 655 litres of luggage extending to 1790 litres with the rear seats folded 40:20:40.

Mercedes-Benz GLE 2020 rear

One diesel and one petrol engine are available from launch which come in one highly specified equipment line: AMG Line Premium Plus.

The GLE 400 d 4matic features a 3.0-litre in-line six cylinder diesel engine which can produce 330hp and 700 Nm. It can deliver up to 38.7 mpg and can travel from 0 to 62 mph in 5.7 seconds.

The AMG GLE 53 4matic+ uses a 3.0-litre straight-six petrol engine with an output of 435hp and 520 Nm. It features the company’s innovative EQ Boost system, which delivers an additional 22 hp and 250 Nm of torque for a short period, and also feeds the 48v mild-hybrid system. The EQ Boost system means greater efficiency without compromising performance.

This helps the GLE 53 deliver up to 30.4 combined mpg and it can sprint from 0 to 62 mph in 5.3 seconds.

Mercedes-Benz GLE AMG 2020

The 9-speed automatic TCT (Torque-Clutch Transmission) ensures emotional gear shifting with extremely short shift times. It is optimally tuned to the engine and promises the agile pulling away that is so typical of AMG, along with speedy gearshift changes – either automatic or manually via shift paddles on the steering wheel.

Sportier styling features both inside and outside the AMG GLE, with seven AMG-specific drive programs and stabilising AMG air suspension as well as the brand-specific radiator grille among many other unique touches.

AMG details

“The attractive coupe lines envelop sophisticated suspension technology and our powerful, efficient six-cylinder in-line engine with 48-volt technology. Both guarantee a thrilling driving experience in terms of longitudinal and lateral dynamics," says Tobias Moers, CEO of Mercedes-AMG GmbH.

First customer cars are expected to arrive in summer 2020.

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