Mercedes is putting the finishing
touches on the 2019 GLE and now the company is turning its attention to the
next-generation GLE Coupe. The all-new
model features a massive grille which resides between large sweptback
headlights. Further below, we can see a wide lower intake and plastic cladding.
The front is largely evolutionary, but
bigger changes occur further back as designers fine-tuned the coupe’s styling
to make it look more aggressive. In order to achieve this, the model has a
rakish windscreen and a more angular beltline which helps to contribute to a
sportier greenhouse.
The roofline appears a tad sleeker as
well and the sporty side skirts help to contribute to the performance-oriented
look. This is echoed by the new bodywork and five-spoke alloy wheels.
Camouflage hides much of the rear end but the model will be equipped with a
larger spoiler. We can also see sportier taillights and a diffuser which is
flanked by a dual exhaust system.
The interior should carryover from the
standard model so drivers can expect to find a thick-rimmed steering wheel and
12.3-inch displays for the instrument cluster and infotainment system. Previous
spy photos have also shown the GLE will have new switchgear, four central air
vents and a redesigned center console with grab handles.
Engine options should be shared with the
GLE and this means we can expect an assortment of different options. Choices
remain unconfirmed but there could be a 3.0-liter six-cylinder diesel engine
with outputs of 286 PS and 600 Nm of torque as
well as 340 PS and 700 Nm of torque. On the petrol side, there might be a
3.0-liter inline-six developing 367 PS and 500 Nm of torque. We can also expect a Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 Coupe with a twin-turbo
3.0-liter six-cylinder engine producing 435 PS and 520 Nm of torque.
Later on, there will be traditional AMG
variants with a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 engine. The base model should produce
around 571 PS and 750 Nm of torque while the S
variant could have 612 PS and 850 Nm of torque.
Cr : Carscoops
