2020 V167 GLE
02-26-2019, 07:31 PM
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2020 GLE 450; 2023 BMW M2 Coupe
I actually agree with both companies decisions to do so. IMO, many customers (like me) want some of the AMG appearance upgrades without the high performance engines, loud exhaust, and uncomfortable seats that goes with a true AMG 63. The new X5 M Package is a beautiful looking ride but without the very high cost of a true M car. That said, I think the seats in the GLE 53 may not be for me.
02-26-2019, 07:52 PM
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I was prepared to despise the panamerica grille, but now that I see it and upon reflection, the approach seems a better integrated design than the standard crossbars.
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02-26-2019, 08:04 PM
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2024 Mercedes GLE 63 S..... 2018 Audi SQ5
[QUOTE=GregW / Oregon;7691721]That is much quicker than expected! Wonder how long until US orders open up? You going to cancel your current order, Ron.s?
Standard with what sounds like Active Curve, which I wish was available on the 450. I'm surprised it doesn't get a brake upgrade beyond the 450 AMG Line package - same whimpy floating calipers (maybe fixed an option?). Also Summer tires and different 22" wheels than on Euro models.
Good question Greg. I need to know more about how long for availability of the “53”, how it’s configured and really need to drive the 450. Odds are I’ll stick with my order and get the 53 in 2-3 years, if at all. It’s nice that the 53 is finally seeing daylight.
Standard with what sounds like Active Curve, which I wish was available on the 450. I'm surprised it doesn't get a brake upgrade beyond the 450 AMG Line package - same whimpy floating calipers (maybe fixed an option?). Also Summer tires and different 22" wheels than on Euro models.
Good question Greg. I need to know more about how long for availability of the “53”, how it’s configured and really need to drive the 450. Odds are I’ll stick with my order and get the 53 in 2-3 years, if at all. It’s nice that the 53 is finally seeing daylight.
02-26-2019, 08:40 PM
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Here is the full press release for the 53. On sale "late 2020." Fixed brake calipers front, floating rear.
https://media.mbusa.com/releases/the...des-amg-gle-53
https://media.mbusa.com/releases/the...des-amg-gle-53
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02-26-2019, 08:52 PM
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I gotta say, kudos for Mercedes for the excellent redesign of the GLE and using the best quality stuff and sticking with Michelin tires on most of their cars now. They are way better in every aspect compared to Continentals and Pirellis.
02-26-2019, 08:57 PM
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Pricing might be a long way off but my guess would be at least 12k and since it has E-ABC standard more likely 15k+ More than a similar GLE 450.
i‘m a little surprised that it’s only .3 seconds faster.
That doesn’t make sense...I meant a similar non-E-ABC!
i‘m a little surprised that it’s only .3 seconds faster.
That doesn’t make sense...I meant a similar non-E-ABC!
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02-26-2019, 09:07 PM
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I am surprise it’s only .3~.4 quicker also. I am not sure if I am reading this right. E -ABC on the 450 there are no sway bars. From the 53 press release it seems like there is some sort of sway bar device and AMG soring. So maybe 53 is just using air Suspension with active curve control like GLS ?
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02-26-2019, 09:16 PM
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Wasn't expecting late 2020. That would make it a 2021 model. Interesting. Well over a year from now? Makes me think that is a typo.
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02-26-2019, 09:30 PM
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So maybe 53 is just using air Suspension with active curve control like GLS ?
02-26-2019, 09:36 PM
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AMG Interior
Can the 450 be ordered with the amg exterior but not the interior? It doesn't say on the order guide that it's required.
I may be redoing my order.
I may be redoing my order.
02-26-2019, 09:51 PM
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GLE 53
Current GLE 400 > GLE 43 difference is $12,450; I expect similar for this iteration.
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02-26-2019, 09:54 PM
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Per my other post, this sounds like Active Curve, which I have on my '12 ML and is available on the '19 GLE 400.
02-26-2019, 10:10 PM
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1) The F brake calipers look exactly like the AMG Line 450's except for the AMG lettering and the rotors are the same size at 400mm; 2) Fixed calipers have twice as many pistons as similar floating calipers because there is a piston on each side of the rotor; I've never heard of a two-piston fixed caliper, as it does not make any sense. You have 4 at minimum, if not 6 or 8. 3) And, that's not what fixed calipers typically look like (see 2nd pic of optional Euro 4-piston fixed calipers). So, either the vehicle pictured does not have the real brakes, or the description is messed up, IMO.
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02-26-2019, 10:26 PM
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Yes, HANDS-FREE ACCESS is standard on all GLE's meaning you can swipe your foot under the rear bumper and the hatch will open, provided you have the FOB in your pocket. I tested it on the GLE 450 I test drove two days ago.
02-26-2019, 10:27 PM
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Active Curve
I, too, had a 12 ML with Active Curve, though it was a diesel. I would rather have an updated Active Curve suspension than some fancy schmancy E-ABC.
