2020 V167 GLE
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Good information, though obviously some standard equipment and packages in countries other than Canada will be different. A few things I noticed:
- At least one option has "Delayed until 01/2019 prod." noted - this means production must start by end of 2018
- AMG Styling (Sport) Package has 20" rims as standard, not 22" - as I theorized. 21" listed as optional, but not 22"; I'm guessing 22s will be available in US - we like our bling!
- Airmatic & E-Active Body Control listed as separate individual options (latter requires Airmatic and Premium & Intelligent Drive packages)
- Is ARTICO just a different name for MB-Tex, or a different product?
- Standard paint colors: Black, Polar White; Metallic paint colors: Obsidian Black, Iridium Silver, Mojave Silver, Canvasite Blue, Brilliant Blue (03/2019), Selenite Gray, Hyacinth Red
- Three open pore wood trims are available (glad they are getting away from the high-gloss plasticky wood)
- At least one option has "Delayed until 01/2019 prod." noted - this means production must start by end of 2018
- AMG Styling (Sport) Package has 20" rims as standard, not 22" - as I theorized. 21" listed as optional, but not 22"; I'm guessing 22s will be available in US - we like our bling!
- Airmatic & E-Active Body Control listed as separate individual options (latter requires Airmatic and Premium & Intelligent Drive packages)
- Is ARTICO just a different name for MB-Tex, or a different product?
- Standard paint colors: Black, Polar White; Metallic paint colors: Obsidian Black, Iridium Silver, Mojave Silver, Canvasite Blue, Brilliant Blue (03/2019), Selenite Gray, Hyacinth Red
- Three open pore wood trims are available (glad they are getting away from the high-gloss plasticky wood)
Dealer told me I have to order Airmatic if I want to order E-Active Body Control.
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Did they send pictures to go with the colors, trims, interior colors?
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As to the DOG for the USA, “I ask my dealer; he just said it’s not released”. I said “I don’t see any reason why it would be.”
The sentence should have been, "I don’t see any reason why it wouldn’t be." “Sort of a double negative.”
The sentence should have been, "I don’t see any reason why it wouldn’t be." “Sort of a double negative.”
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E-Active Body Control
- E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL: Fully networked hydropneumatic, active suspension on a 48-volt platform, for the first time in combination with a newly-developed air suspension. This is the only system in the market where the spring and damping forces can be individually controlled at each wheel. This means that it not only counteracts body roll, but also pitch and squat.
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Hey Greg, is the I6 engine (M256) used in the new GLE the same engine MB put in the Euro-spec S Class? Is the mild-hybrid new or was that also available in the S?
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W167 GLE interior pics
- I like the Espresso Brown/Magma Grey upholstery. The Brown Open Pore Walnut trim looks a little fakey in these pics, though.
- Doesn't look like the seats are folded flat. From the DOG it appears the electrically adjustable second row seats (567) only comes with the Third Row Seating Package (TRP).
- Flanking vents don't look as bad in these pics, but still unnecessary.
- I don't see an AMG Interior package in the Canadian DOG.
- Doesn't look like the seats are folded flat. From the DOG it appears the electrically adjustable second row seats (567) only comes with the Third Row Seating Package (TRP).
- Flanking vents don't look as bad in these pics, but still unnecessary.
- I don't see an AMG Interior package in the Canadian DOG.
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Am I the only one that doesn't favor the matte/open pore wood trim? That was one of my 1st turn off's w/ the W205 C-class. I have to see these new ones in person though. The lighter wood wasn't my thing neither. I liked the darker glossy anthracite trim.
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I am not too crazy about this maroon one that was posted above. The others I would have to wait to see and feel in person before making judgement.
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[QUOTE=GregW / Oregon;7558552]Good information, though obviously some standard equipment and packages in countries other than Canada will be different. A few things I noticed:
- At least one option has "Delayed until 01/2019 prod." noted - this means production must start by end of 2018 QUOTE]
If the post months ago by RC Brylaw (talking to the Benz trainer) is correct then Mercedes should have a good supply of GLE’s by year end. They were to start regular production in August or September. Maybe Germany will get them first since it’s home.
- At least one option has "Delayed until 01/2019 prod." noted - this means production must start by end of 2018 QUOTE]
If the post months ago by RC Brylaw (talking to the Benz trainer) is correct then Mercedes should have a good supply of GLE’s by year end. They were to start regular production in August or September. Maybe Germany will get them first since it’s home.
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Thanks, even though nerdy guy driving. A random couple thoughts:
- I like the looks of the "twin power domes" on the hood, but those originated on other cars to keep the hood low over dual cylinder heads - make no sense here.
- Nice that the radio/gps antennas are hidden again under the rear roof panel like on the W164 - hope they work well.
- I originally thought they're just for styling here, but the slots at the front of the front wheel opening actually are functional. Cd of 0.19 is really impressive, contributed to by details:
- I like the looks of the "twin power domes" on the hood, but those originated on other cars to keep the hood low over dual cylinder heads - make no sense here.
- Nice that the radio/gps antennas are hidden again under the rear roof panel like on the W164 - hope they work well.
- I originally thought they're just for styling here, but the slots at the front of the front wheel opening actually are functional. Cd of 0.19 is really impressive, contributed to by details:
- Cooling air control system behind the radiator grille for need-related metering of the airflow (AIRPANEL)
- Wheel spoilers with aerodynamically optimized moldings ahead of the front wheels
- Additional wheel spoilers ahead of the rear wheels
- Side spoilers with D-pillar seal on the tailgate
- Rear lights with special spoiler lips
- Large area of underbody and propshaft tunnel paneling, flush fuel tank cladding, aerodynamic cladding on the rear axle, aerodynamically optimized diffuser lining.
- Aero-wheels with aerodynamically optimized tires.
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No car is perfect but it is clear the MB engineers have put a lot of thought into the W167. It must be very challenging to design a brand new car that stays true to its history while at the same time innovates and moves the design forward. It appears many of those design goals may have been achieved. I'm looking forward to ordering and driving the new GLE. My dealer already told me I can order it anyway I want, drive it when it comes in and decide then if I want it not. They did the same for out current GLS.
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The video in post 644 is titled 2019 GLE. That might indicate a release before year end in Europe or possibly laws for vehicle year assignment are different there. Is it possible that MB could have a line building the new GLE 450 while another line is running the 2019 GLE 400? Retooling factory production lines one at a time might be in process now! Won’t be long and we should get some facts.
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The video in post 644 is titled 2019 GLE. That might indicate a release before year end in Europe or possibly laws for vehicle year assignment are different there. Is it possible that MB could have a line building the new GLE 450 while another line is running the 2019 GLE 400? Retooling factory production lines one at a time might be in process now! Won’t be long and we should get some facts.
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"Stuttgart/Paris. The focus of Mercedes-Benz Cars at this year's Paris Motor Show (4 to 14 October) will be not only on the motor show premiere of the battery-electric Mercedes-Benz EQC, but also on the world premieres of GLE and B-Class.
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The Mercedes-Benz GLE is the best-selling SUV in the history of Mercedes-Benz. As comfortable on the road as a luxury saloon, the new GLE comes with better off-road credentials than ever before. The new model offers significantly more room in the interior, the new user interface, considerably extended and refined driving assistance systems, the best aerodynamics in the segment, an all-new range of engines and a host of other innovations."
"Stuttgart/Paris. The focus of Mercedes-Benz Cars at this year's Paris Motor Show (4 to 14 October) will be not only on the motor show premiere of the battery-electric Mercedes-Benz EQC, but also on the world premieres of GLE and B-Class.
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The Mercedes-Benz GLE is the best-selling SUV in the history of Mercedes-Benz. As comfortable on the road as a luxury saloon, the new GLE comes with better off-road credentials than ever before. The new model offers significantly more room in the interior, the new user interface, considerably extended and refined driving assistance systems, the best aerodynamics in the segment, an all-new range of engines and a host of other innovations."
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