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Here is the new C257 CLS dash, more successful I think from what we've seen so far (more like the A-Class design with cleaner upper dash).
I agree Greg, it's a better design because of the inset and overhang of the dash that protects the LCD panel from sun and eliminate reflections up into the windshield at night. I'll be test driving the GLE and GLS after sunset to be sure this isn't an issue. I owned a 2000 Toyota Avalon that had an annoying dash light reflection issue when driving at night. I'll never make that mistake again. Hopefully the MB engineers did their due diligence but I'll still see for myself.
Mercedes wouldn't allow those pics to be published if it wasn't pretty much what it will be.
Those, I believe, were surreptitiously obtained and not Mercedes sanctioned. I'm sure we will get official versions in the next few weeks. With 8 weeks until the Paris show (if that is truly the reveal) I expect a slow dribble of information week-by-week.
Those, I believe, were surreptitiously obtained and not Mercedes sanctioned. I'm sure we will get official versions in the next few weeks. With 8 weeks until the Paris show (if that is truly the reveal) I expect a slow dribble of information week-by-week.
I realize they weren't necessarily sanctioned by Mercedes, but I still doubt they could make it out without someone at MB knowing. If it was a prototype, it would likely still have mule clothes on.
I still think that the S-Class and the E-Class have the best executed interior, even better than the A-Class. But, you know, i'm a little partial.
Completely agree and I don't own either, so I'm not being partial. I was hoping the GLS would get an S-like interior but based on some leaked photos, it may look very similar to the 2020 GLE interior. Talk of the GLS interior separating itself from GLE interior appears to be only that, talk. Of course we'll all have a better idea when we see official pictures in the coming weeks and months.
Completely agree and I don't own either, so I'm not being partial. I was hoping the GLS would get an S-like interior but based on some leaked photos, it may look very similar to the 2020 GLE interior. Talk of the GLS interior separating itself from GLE interior appears to be only that, talk. Of course we'll all have a better idea when we see official pictures in the coming weeks and months.
Here is an article I saw recently...it looks quite similar. It looks like it has smaller screens with glass black surround and the larger screens (like on the leaked pictures in this thread) seem to be optional. I think the GLS should have the big screens standard, just like the S Class.
Looking at the photos again, it's clear the vent to the right of the display is not really a vent, but a blanked off element to be symmetrical with the actual vent on the left. And half the left one is blanked off, too! Way too many vents! This could have been done better.
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Looking at the photos again, it's clear the vent to the right of the display is not really a vent, but a blanked off element to be symmetrical with the actual vent on the left. And half the left one is blanked off, too! Way too many vents! This could have been done better.
I do not like this. The leather on the lower dashboard around the light controls is very nice but those vents around the displays do bother me. BMW X5 is much more elegant on the inside...BMW and Mercedes seems as if they have swapped places..
I do not like this. The leather on the lower dashboard around the light controls is very nice but those vents around the displays do bother me. BMW X5 is much more elegant on the inside...BMW and Mercedes seems as if they have swapped places..
I came across this video on YouTube tonight. Don't know if anyone's posted it.......When I look at the right side of the infotainment screen and see all the fingerprints, I know that would drive me nuts.
I came across this video on YouTube tonight. Don't know if anyone's posted it.......When I look at the right side of the infotainment screen and see all the fingerprints, I know that would drive me nuts.
this is just a video version of the stills linked in post #348. Agree with the touch screen issues, but there are other ways to operate the system if that bugs you.
It's growing on me but it could be much more attractive. I still wonder why the dash doesn't extend out and over the display screen to protect it from glare and prevent reflections of it into the windshield at night. And I have a theory as to why MB went with the grab-handles. They may have been engineered due to the new touch-pad in the center console to prevent accidental touching of the pad.
It's growing on me but it could be much more attractive. I still wonder why the dash doesn't extend out and over the display screen to protect it from glare and prevent reflections of it into the windshield at night. And I have a theory as to why MB went with the grab-handles. They may have been engineered due to the new touch-pad in the center console to prevent accidental touching of the pad.
That could be a reason for the Porsche handles. But given how sublime Mercedes has been at making their cars interiors simply beautiful places to hang out the last couple years, it's somewhat surprising how they've chosen to go with the new GLE interior. I'm sure it will be an amazing car to drive, but to me the interior space is really important as that's what I see 99% of the time.
You'll get no argument from me. I certainly was hoping for much more and I agree with you, the interior is ours to enjoy. The exterior is for the neighbors.
You'll get no argument from me. I certainly was hoping for much more and I agree with you, the interior is ours to enjoy. The exterior is for the neighbors.
Looks like it has power rear seats...way cool. This will be my next car as soon as I can order one. I actually like it a lot. With the screens and ambient lighting on, it'll look like a spaceship. I'm really excited to try out the new MBUX interface. Full disclosure-I work for Mercedes-Benz.
The more I study the above interior pics I realize the engineers had to bring the LCD screens much close to the driver because unlike the S Class, the right side 12.3" display is touch-enabled. In fact, it appears to be positioned far enough forward that it shouldn't reflect into the windshield. I'll still do a test drive at night to be certain there isn't a reflection problem or sun glare issues. While the initial photos were a bit jarring for me, seeing it and sitting in an actual GLE will resolve any questions.
I shouldn’t say this in the Benz forum but there are a lot of things about the Audi that I like better. I drove a 2018 GLE 43 recently. MB has some catching up to do or I might be getting another Audi. It’s going to be fun comparing them and the new BMW. I have never owned a MB and had it as my first choice but at price levels approaching $90G they need some WOW factor. A loaded 43 is about that price and probably worth spending some time getting it right. Maybe it will all come together in a production trim but right now they look a little bland inside and out.
I shouldn’t say this in the Benz forum but there are a lot of things about the Audi that I like better. I drove a 2018 GLE 43 recently. MB has some catching up to do or I might be getting another Audi. It’s going to be fun comparing them and the new BMW. I have never owned a MB and had it as my first choice but at price levels approaching $90G they need some WOW factor. A loaded 43 is about that price and probably worth spending some time getting it right. Maybe it will all come together in a production trim but right now they look a little bland inside and out.
That's fine to say - certainly Audi & BMW do some fine automobiles. Not fair to compare partially camoed spy shots with professional photos of the other brands, so we'll see. Aesthetics are one thing; what I'm excited for on the W167s first of all is the powertrain. Going to the straight 6 was a good move (always loved BMW's) and combined with the 48 volt electrics, mild hybrid, plus an electric supercharger on the GLE53, should be great! Also, the Magic Body Control option also is something the others can't come close to. Hopefully we have less than 7 weeks until the full reveal now.
08-08-2018, 09:53 PM
