Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe

2027 MERCEDES-AMG GLE 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+ COUPE — US SPECIFICATION

Engine and Drivetrain

The AMG GLE 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+ Coupe pairs the AMG-enhanced M256M 3.0-litre turbocharged inline-six petrol engine, displacing 2,999 cc, with a rear-axle-mounted electric drive motor and a 31.2 kWh lithium-ion high-voltage battery. The combustion engine is rated at 443 hp on its own and the electric motor at 134 hp; the manufacturer's combined system output is 577 hp (430 kW) with 553 lb-ft (750 Nm) of combined torque. Drive is taken through the AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9-speed automatic transmission to AMG Performance 4MATIC+ fully variable all-wheel drive. The window sticker confirms the AMG Enhanced 3.0L Inline-6 Turbo PHEV engine with Hybrid Assist as standard equipment on this unit.

Performance

Mercedes-AMG quotes 0-60 mph in 4.1 seconds. The vehicle carries an EPA rating of 51 MPGe combined in hybrid operation and 18 mpg combined running on petrol alone, with 43 miles of all-electric driving. The battery can be replenished by plug-in charging as well as by recuperation under braking and overrun.

Chassis, Steering and Brakes

AMG RIDE CONTROL+ air suspension with adaptive damping is fitted as standard, together with the AMG high-performance composite braking system. This unit carries the optional AMG high-performance composite black brake calipers and 22-inch AMG cross-spoke forged wheels in matte black. Steering is left-hand drive, as built for the United States market.

Dimensions and Capacities

Overall length is 4,939 mm, body width excluding mirrors is 2,014 mm, and height is 1,716 mm on a 2,995 mm wheelbase. Ground clearance is approximately 180 mm and kerb weight is 2,384 kg. Boot capacity behind the rear seats is approximately 490 litres, expandable with the split-folding rear bench.

Exterior

The car is finished in Obsidian Black Metallic (paint code 197), a no-cost factory colour. It carries the AMG Night Package Plus, which renders the exterior brightwork in gloss black, the AMG-specific vertical-louvre radiator grille, the AMG front apron with A-wing and the rear apron with integrated diffuser. A panorama sliding sunroof, LED High Performance headlamps, power-folding heated exterior mirrors, a hands-free-access power tailgate and soft-close doors are fitted.

Interior and Seating

Seating is for five in AMG Macchiato Beige and Black exclusive Nappa leather, complemented by AMG carbon-fibre interior trim, a Nappa leather-trimmed dashboard and a black microfibre headliner. The front seats are multicontour items with massage function, heating and ventilation; the rear seats are heated. An AMG Performance steering wheel in microfibre and carbon-fibre design, 64-colour active ambient lighting and illuminated AMG door sills complete the cabin.

Infotainment and Connectivity

The MBUX Superscreen spans the dashboard with a dedicated front-passenger display. MBUX Navigation is included with a seven-year subscription and the MBUX Entertainment Package with one year. Audio is by Burmester surround sound, with SiriusXM 360L on trial subscription, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a head-up display, an integrated dashcam, Mercedes me connect services and over-the-air software updates.

Driver Assistance and Safety

This unit is specified with MB.DRIVE ASSIST, which adds Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC, Active Steering Assist, Active Lane Change Assist and Active Speed Limit Assist to the standard MB.DRIVE suite of Active Brake Assist with cross-traffic function, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active Blind Spot Assist, Evasive Steering Assist and ATTENTION ASSIST. MB.DRIVE PARKING ASSIST 360 with surround-view camera is standard. Passive protection includes front, front-side, window-curtain and knee airbags, the optional rear side airbags fitted to this car, and PRE-SAFE anticipatory occupant protection. The 2027 model year has not yet been rated by NHTSA or IIHS.

Warranty as Delivered in the United States

Mercedes-Benz USA new-vehicle limited warranty of 4 years / 50,000 miles with 24-hour roadside assistance. Warranty terms outside the United States are subject to the destination market and are not transferred by IPAS.