2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class First Drive
11-27-18, 05:43 AM
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This 1 hr review is amazing as a review plus the drive quiet and comfort (just after 31 mins into the video) is incredible...
this will be high on my list for a next vehicle.
this will be high on my list for a next vehicle.
11-28-18, 05:02 AM
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11-28-18, 07:43 AM
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This 1 hr review is amazing as a review plus the drive quiet and comfort (just after 31 mins into the video) is incredible...
https://youtu.be/yGvZMgFD3iQ
this will be high on my list for a next vehicle.
https://youtu.be/yGvZMgFD3iQ
this will be high on my list for a next vehicle.
05-23-19, 03:08 PM
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doug reviews it and LOVES it (as do i 
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05-23-19, 06:20 PM
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2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE 580
Although the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class midsize luxury crossover only launched with four- and six-cylinder engines, it was only a matter of time before a V8 option came along. Somewhat surprisingly, though, the first V8 isn't an AMG, but rather a regular Mercedes-Benz GLE 580.
The V8 is a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter engine shared with the recently revealed GLS-Class full-size crossover. That means it also packs a 48-volt mild-hybrid assist system with an electric motor/generator that contributes 21 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque for short amounts of time. Overall output is 483 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque, which is 121 more horsepower and 147 more pound-feet of torque than the GLE's most powerful inline-six. Fuel economy numbers haven't been given, but expect them to be a bit less than the six-cylinder's numbers of 19 mpg in the city, 24 on the highway, and 21 combined.
Selecting the GLE 580 also brings a few extra standard features. It comes with air suspension, leather and the more aggressive AMG Line exterior package. Naturally, dual 12.3-inch screens and the hydraulic E-Body Control system are available. The crossover goes on sale later this year with a base price of $77,795, which is $15,650 more than the base six-cylinder GLE 450.
The V8 is a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter engine shared with the recently revealed GLS-Class full-size crossover. That means it also packs a 48-volt mild-hybrid assist system with an electric motor/generator that contributes 21 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque for short amounts of time. Overall output is 483 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque, which is 121 more horsepower and 147 more pound-feet of torque than the GLE's most powerful inline-six. Fuel economy numbers haven't been given, but expect them to be a bit less than the six-cylinder's numbers of 19 mpg in the city, 24 on the highway, and 21 combined.
Selecting the GLE 580 also brings a few extra standard features. It comes with air suspension, leather and the more aggressive AMG Line exterior package. Naturally, dual 12.3-inch screens and the hydraulic E-Body Control system are available. The crossover goes on sale later this year with a base price of $77,795, which is $15,650 more than the base six-cylinder GLE 450.
05-23-19, 09:51 PM
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The crucial difference is that Mercedes created a system that has a touch screens, but three other input methods; voice, pad controller, and thumb pad controller on steering wheel. Theres something for everyone, even for those who hate fingerprints
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