2020 V167 GLE
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Not sure about it but historically Germans get models before US and often model years are before US. Are the GLE's for the German/Euro market also made in US?
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I believe only for the US market, though the GLE coupe may be more widely distributed: https://mbusi.com/.
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"MBUSI exports more than $1 Billion in finished product. MBUSI in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama is the sole distribution site for the GLE-Class, GLS-Class vehicles, GLE Coupe and they are sold in 135 countries." https://mbusi.com
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"MBUSI exports more than $1 Billion in finished product. MBUSI in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama is the sole distribution site for the GLE-Class, GLS-Class vehicles, GLE Coupe and they are sold in 135 countries." https://mbusi.com
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If you look at the new X5 and Q8, I think we all have our answer as to why the GLE was pushed back, if 8 years wasn't part of their original plan. Their exteriors are "nice", but their interiors are stunning, especially the Audi.
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"Marketing-bull**** aside, this thing is deeply, alarmingly ugly, at least in its face, which I think only a mother angler fish could love. The wide-spaced grille bars give the front end a crude, brutal look, and the large and quite obviously fake vents flanking the lower corners aren’t doing any favors, either. Plus, the driver-assist system’s radar unit and other sensor packages are jammed in that gaping grille in a pretty clumsy way, too. It’s a mess. The rest of the car is a bit better; I think the haunch-like rear quarter is actually quite nice, and the taillight treatment is strong. The rest of the car has Audi’s traditional crisp, handsome and somewhat restrained look, which generally works. Still, that face. I can’t get past that ugly mug. If this is to be the look of all of the new Audi Q series, I guess I’ll have to train myself out of doing a spit-take every time one shows up in the rear-view mirror."
Personally, I've never warmed up to Audi styling, but perhaps that's just me. The BMW to me, is a far better looking SUV. But I don't want either the BMW or Audi, so my hunger for any news or photos of the upcoming GLE is what I crave.
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The X5 was just officially launched yesterday with November availability. Improved over the old one but disappointing in that the size and weight has gone up and powertrains at launch are pretty much carryovers, but exterior does look better than the Audi. Also, I'm sure it still has runflats. Optional laser headlights are cool. I hope Mercedes doesn't keep me waiting too long or I might have to jump ship (would look good next to my M4)!
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I was born without the patience gene. Every day, I scour the internet for any glints of news on the upcoming GLE, only to find virtually nothing of substance. I would think MB would want to build some hype about the new GLE, but I guess not. Harumph!
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It willl come, I’m guessing in about 3 months before the Paris show. I’ve been biding time boning up on the X5, but I think I can hold out!
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I would love to think so, but since the 2019s are just going on sale I am doubtful. The X5 is officially unveiled in Paris, but it starts production by Aug-Sep with Nov deliveries.
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Glad I found this thread. I’m going to purchase one of the 3 mentioned earlier- GLE 53, BMW X5 or Audi Q8. I have never owned a Mercedes but I like a lot of what I see.. My wife has a 2018 Audi SQ5 and it’s impressive to drive and the interior quality and Tech is first class. If the MBUX is close to or better than Audi’s Virtual Cockpit and handles well then that might tip me to MB.
BMW will still have run-flats and no Android Auto but has a very attractive exterior.
What kind of discount would you expect on an order. Someone said $4000 but on an $80,000 Car that’s 5%.... I’m used to paying invoice even on preorder of a new Gen.
BMW will still have run-flats and no Android Auto but has a very attractive exterior.
What kind of discount would you expect on an order. Someone said $4000 but on an $80,000 Car that’s 5%.... I’m used to paying invoice even on preorder of a new Gen.
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Glad I found this thread. I’m going to purchase one of the 3 mentioned earlier- GLE 53, BMW X5 or Audi Q8. I have never owned a Mercedes but I like a lot of what I see.. My wife has a 2018 Audi SQ5 and it’s impressive to drive and the interior quality and Tech is first class. If the MBUX is close to or better than Audi’s Virtual Cockpit and handles well then that might tip me to MB.
BMW will still have run-flats and no Android Auto but has a very attractive exterior.
What kind of discount would you expect on an order. Someone said $4000 but on an $80,000 Car that’s 5%.... I’m used to paying invoice even on preorder of a new Gen.
BMW will still have run-flats and no Android Auto but has a very attractive exterior.
What kind of discount would you expect on an order. Someone said $4000 but on an $80,000 Car that’s 5%.... I’m used to paying invoice even on preorder of a new Gen.
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Don't believe there is a Fin on the W213 E-Class either. Maybe the Antenna Fin is going to be a thing of the past.