GLE [Renders] 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE (M class gen 4)

[Wolfgang]

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[SKY]

I like that it not using the same exact side profile than the GLC. But this car needs to have its own personality. MB cannot launch another car with the same frontlights design- Not sure at this stage, but at least the early headlights appear to be slimmer.

Same for the rearlights. No GLC-like rearlights.

 

[Wolfgang]

NEW GENERATION OF GLE SUV SERIES W167

In Sindelfingen the first prototypes of the next generation of the GLE SUV roll on the road for test drives. The future series W167 is expected in the autumn of 2018.

The new GLE gets a complete technology update. A wide screen interior cockpit, similar to the new E-Class, and possibly also a touch screen are expected. On the suspension parts, the latest generation of Air Body Control will be found with naturally best off-road ability. Even the Magic Body Control with road recognition can not be excluded. The tire sizes are to increase, you can expect diameters of up to 22 inches here.

Visually the SUV is adapted to the current design language, front and rear bumpers and grille will surely get some genes from the E-Class.

4MATIC drive with torque on demand

With the new generation of the GLE probably also a new 4MATIC drive system with torque on demand is used. In addition, a plug-in hybrid with increased battery capacity and a range of up to 100 kilometers is conceivable. The W167 GLE may also offer a 3rd row of seats as an option (like the first W163 M-Class from 1998-2005), and the wheelbase may increase a bit.

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[Mr. Mercedes]

Why does it look so small. The GLE really needs to grow to match the X5.

 

[Monster]

Why does it look so small. The GLE really needs to grow to match the X5.

I think the split rear side window help mask the length of the car?

 

[Merc1]

I'm more worried about the design. Looks like the same ole shape the ML has always been since 1998. It's time for drastic change for the GLE.

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[Monster]

I'm more worried about the design. Looks like the same ole shape the ML has always been since 1998. It's time for drastic change for the GLE.

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For whatever reason, Mercedes could never get the M class right, they always stuff it up somehow.

 

[Amat46]

Apparently the next gen GLS is the one lurking behind the GLE

http://www.autoevolution.com/news/2...first-sighting-of-the-new-gls-suv-109104.html

 

[domleo999]

Apparently the next gen GLS is the one lurking behind the GLE

http://www.autoevolution.com/news/2...first-sighting-of-the-new-gls-suv-109104.html

Haha I though this was a GLE pickup without looking to the far left

 

[Rainer271]

Haha I though this was a GLE pickup without looking to the far left

I'm happy I'm not alone.

 

[Serpens]

I'm more worried about the design. Looks like the same ole shape the ML has always been since 1998. It's time for drastic change for the GLE.

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They're definitely going to be keeping some heritage cues and I see no problem with that at all. The X5 has had the exact same shape since inception as well; same with the Cayenne. The design does need to be modernized though and I expect it to fit in just firm with the current design language.

Why does it look so small. The GLE really needs to grow to match the X5.

I seriously doubt MB is going to let the GLE fall into the small side of the class, although it's worth noting the X5 doesn't have the relief of a bigger brother (yet) for those who need more space.

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

The ML/GLE has been at the small end of the class for two generations now. Furthermore it just needs to look more muscular and have an interior on par with its sedan brethren to garner the same success as the X5.

 

[SKY]

The X5 is so good I would hardly consider anything else if I were interested in the segment. However, after the new Panny, I am willing to get the new Cayenne a chance.

 

[Serpens]

The ML/GLE has been at the small end of the class for two generations now. Furthermore it just needs to look more muscular and have an interior on par with its sedan brethren to garner the same success as the X5.

Really? Because when I look up the specs the last-gen ML and last-gen X5 were very close in size.

EDIT: Honestly they still are VERY close in length and width. I don't know what you're talking about at all. It's not like the Cayenne is any larger either. What, exactly, are you comparing it to?

 

[Serpens]

The X5 is so good I would hardly consider anything else if I were interested in the segment. However, after the new Panny, I am willing to get the new Cayenne a chance.

The X5 is indeed a great ride but the ML has a more settled ride quality that many people like. It's X5 for me all the way though.

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

Really? Because when I look up the specs the last-gen ML and last-gen X5 were very close in size.

EDIT: Honestly they still are VERY close in length and width. I don't know what you're talking about at all. It's not like the Cayenne is any larger either. What, exactly, are you comparing it to?

I honestly haven't compared dimensions. Perhaps it's merely 'impressions' as a result of the X5s butch/muscular styling.

 

[klier]

Why does it look so small. The GLE really needs to grow to match the X5.

Current GLE is 67 mm smaller than X5, and 3 mm less wide. So virtually the same size (and actually higher than an X5)
The BMW has a slightly bigger wheelbase.

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X5. You can see the very long and ugly rear overhang compared to the GLE. All because of that retarded 3rd row of seats, f'ing the whole design of the car:

 

[domleo999]

The one thing I hate about all generation GLE's is the C pillar.

It just looks so awkwardly designed and doesn't mix with the rest of the car at all

It may be a trademark for the GLE but IMO it needs to go or be addressed

 

[Centurion]

For whatever reason, Mercedes could never get the M class right, they always stuff it up somehow.

I agree. Mercedes paved the way for SUVs when they introduced the original ML but it was riddled with reliability issues.

Since then the ML has done little for the segment. It's now a very non-descript and generic but expensive German SUV with a three pointed star.

The Range Rover is the most luxurious, Cayenne the sportiest, X5 the all-rounder, Q7 the most generous and Range Rover Sport the coolest. What does the ML do well? Nothing

 

[Merc1]

Something like the RR Sport should be their target for the GLE, as the GLS should target the original Range Rover. The Range Rover models are gold standard for wealthy SUV buyers in the U.S. Not sure how popular they are elsewhere.


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