The 2019 Mercedes GLE is expected to debut at the
Paris Motor Show in October and now we’re getting our best look at the
redesigned crossover. Snapped wearing minimal camouflage, the all-new GLE sports a
redesigned front fascia with a single bar grille featuring a diamond mesh
insert. The grille is flanked by new headlights which have distinctive LED
daytime running lights. While the air intakes are hidden beneath bulky
camouflage, previous spy photos have shown they will be massive and connected
via the small opening underneath the grille.
Moving further back, we can see evolutionary styling
as well as vents on the outside edges of the front bumper. While the changes
aren’t drastic, the model has sleeker bodywork and a flatter beltline. Continuing to the rear, the GLE
has a tailgate-mounted spoiler and blacked out D-pillars which give the rear
glass a wraparound appearance. Further below, there’s a sculpted tailgate and
slender taillights that are connected by a thin strip of chrome trim. Other
notable styling features include a ventilated rear bumper and a dual exhaust
system.
Spy photographers didn’t snap interior photos this
time around, but previous pictures have shown the crossover will have a
significantly improved cabin with higher quality materials. Drivers will sit
behind a new three-spoke steering wheel and find themselves facing a massive
digital display that appears to float in front of a chrome lined background. The model also has a new center console with grab
handles as well as wood trim and metallic accents. Other new additions include
stylish switchgear, a modern infotainment system and a more luxurious rear
passenger compartment which will be available power second-row seats.
Under the hood, we can expect an assortment of
familiar engines. Options haven’t been confirmed, but choices could include a
3.0-liter straight-six that produces 362 hp and 500 Nm of torque. The engine should also have an EQ Boost function which can
deliver an additional 22 hp and 250 Nm of torque
for short periods of time.
On the diesel side, there could be a 3.0-liter
six-cylinder unit with two different outputs. The GLE 350 d should have 282 hp and 600 Nm of torque, while the GLE 400 d would
bring those numbers up to 335 hp and 700 Nm of
torque.
There will also be a handful of AMG variants
including a GLE 53 with a twin-turbo 3.0-liter straight-six that produces 429
hp and 520 Nm of torque. It will be backed up an
electric motor which can contribute an additional 22 hp and 250 Nm of torque.
We can also expect other engines including a
twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 which will reside in the GLE 63 and GLE 63 S. The
former should be rated at 563 hp and 750 Nm of
torque, while the latter should have 603 hp and 850 Nm)of torque.
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