awjenni

A few weeks ago on one of these forums, I read that the 2106 GLE might have a nine speed transmission. The new press release is pretty clear that the transmission is a 7-speed.

However, it might be a typo, or I perhaps don't understand the meaning of the words in the following paragraph from the Mercedes Press Release with details about the 2016 GLE (SUV, not coupe) transmission.

The paragraph mentions "nine-speeds" and also "7G-TRONIC." Can that be correct?

Daimler Communications, 70546 Stuttgart, Germany
Mercedes-Benz – A Daimler Brand
Page 5

Powerful clean diesel engine

"With the start of the new GLE generation, the diesel model will be equipped with the optionally available off-road reduction gear and inter-axle differential lock. The transmission is fitted with a new type of torque converter with a high efficiency of 92 percent and a wide spread of 9.15 across the nine speeds. Both contribute to the high energy efficiency of the GLE models. A double turbine torsional damper with centrifugal pendulum and the torque converter lock-up clutch with return spring ensure the extremely refined operation typical of the brand. Depending on the mode selected for the DYNAMIC SELECT variable dynamic handling control system, the 7G-TRONIC impresses with great agility and responsiveness or poised composure."

fabbrisd1

Please understand your MB dealer has the initial release of the dealer Order Guide in their hands - and the "new" Option 430 On/Off Road package "should" have low range and differential lock.. in addition to 7G+ transmission..