Those who love the AMG badge, yet aren’t ready to take the plunge, now have the Mercedes GLE450 AMG to consider [Live photos now available – CA].
The first model from the new AMG Sport line, the crossover is powered by a re-tuned 3-liter turbo V6 derived from the standard GLE. The tuning brings out 362 horsepower and 384 lb-ft of torque, which is funnelled to all corners — the rear corners receiving the most power — through a nine-speed automatic. Nought to 60 comes in 4.9 seconds, 0.7 seconds slower than the V8-powered Mercedes-AMG GLE63 S.
Other features include: adaptive sport suspension; five drive modes, including a mode based on the driver’s own preferences; 21-inch wheels with 22-inch wheels optional; and an assortment of interior trims, from black plastic to wood or aluminum.
Price of admission was not released at this time, but deliveries are expected to begin later this summer.
What’s with the big, empty mesh grille inserts lately?
“What’s with the big, empty mesh grille inserts lately?”
They’re really nailing the “camera with lens cap still on” look. Maybe they lumped all of the bad designers’ work into this one vehicle so when it doesn’t sell, they can fire that team.
More likely though, when it does sell depressingly high numbers, Audi will pop one of these turds out too.
If you take off the hood ornament, what does it most appear to be?
A 2015 Mitsubishi, with the wrong wheels.
Seriously, 22″ optional dubs, ’cause 21″ is just too small?
Truthfully, on paper, this is in the range and performance ballpark of something I would consider purchasing. But….I wouldn’t. Mercedes isn’t always high on my list and this car to me has some odd lines and still mixed opinion on the front grill. I bet it would be fun to drive, but I suspect it is heavy and I suspect the price for entry is too high for what it is. I’ll definitely look forward to a review.
Why does it say coupe in the headline?