stealth.pilot

The acoustic comfort package doesn't impact cell phone performance. I think it is a great option if you value a quieter car at highway speeds. It includes double-pane glass.

N'AWLINS

Ordered my 2021 GLE 53 yesterday, October build, possible delivery by end of October. They deliver fairly quickly after build complete.
BUT, still no option to add Code 21U Dashcam. Other posts indicate needing Code U19 Augmented Video as a pre-cursor for Dashcam later...possibly. You can add it to 2021 GLS but not GLE???

2021 GLE 53 AMG
designo Diamond White, Classic red/black exclusive Nappa leather, Natural grain grey oak trim
Driver assist pkg
Parking assist pkg
Exterior Lighting pkg
3rd row seat pkg
Acoustic comfort pkg
Power side shades
Heat/cool cupholders
Multi contour seats
Panorama roof
AMG Heads up display
etc, etc, etc.

On the fence on the AMG Perf Exhaust and AMG High Perf brakes......anyone with opinions appreciated.

nsoltz

No option for 21U either in the GLE350. My rep double-checked and confirmed not available.

Good luck with GLE53.

I love that red/black Nappa interior and the Designo Diamond White is well worth the upgrade over the standard white.

Ron.s

[QUOTE=N'AWLINS
On the fence on the AMG Perf Exhaust and AMG High Perf brakes......anyone with opinions appreciated.[/QUOTE]
The standard brakes work very well. If you decide on the brakes you might consider the AMG Active ride option that includes them. I think it's $5200 but as I recall the larger brakes are about half of that.
I passed on the exhaust...didn't see much benefit.

N'AWLINS

Thanks for the quick feedback...I'll look into the AMG Active ride option.

btshep

I'm only a few miles away from you in Saddle Brook. I have a 2020 lunar blue 580 order for about 8 months now. Originally was supposed to receive delivery in late April or Early May the latest. At this point it's a 2021 illusive unicorn that may present itself one day.

nsoltz

Wow. Saddle Brook. GSP and I-80.

Hope you see that 580 soon after all that wait. I'll hopefully find out more about my 350 this week. Hopefully

petee1997

My 21 GLE53 has been built for over two weeks but has not been shipped because it has not been certified. The 2020 GLE53 is the same vehicle, why do they have to ré-certify these 21 model.

Was Ferrari Guy

Consider your self lucky. I ordered my 53AMG SUV in the middle of June and I have not heard a word of even the allocation. Congratulations!

Sigp232

Got my order in:
Model : GLE450W4 MY : 2021
Factory : Alabama
Order Update Information
Decade Planned : 20/09-3 Decade Scheduled : 20/10-2 Prod. date : 10/2D/2020

nsoltz

Just got update on my GLE350W4. Originally 3rd decade August. Scheduled for Sept. 25. Rep says all of their MY21 rescheduled to September as apparently they will continue to build MY20 through August.

petee1997

i actually ordered this car at the end of Jan. with the understanding , I would get the 1st 21 GLE53 allocation. The original build date was first decade of April. Then COVID-19 and the rest is history.

soso

I ordered my GLE 53 in December, at the beginning of January I was told that I got a production slot in May. Then COVID-19 came and in May I was told that the car is scheduled for production during May-July. At the beginning of August I asked again about the status of the car and I was told that the car is in production but it does not have a VIN yet and 21 August is the date of 'Final inspection'. I don't know if dealers in Europe has access to less information than dealers in US, but this is the only info I could get from the dealer. So I'm waiting for August 22 to ask again

nsoltz

Still not optimistic even these revised dates can be sustained. There are simply too many variables including rising cases in Alabama not to mention supply chains. All I can do is laugh to my rep and say that there is nowhere to drive anyway.

zengshengliu

My understanding for the Acoustic Comfort Package is that with the additional of metallic coating on the windshield (at least the front), it interfere with radio waves, which cause cell phone signal (and GPS) to be weaker. This is why there are 2 opening on the windshield for GPS and toll pass transmitter.
For me, I put my phone on the wireless charging pad which also acts as a "external" antenna for the phone and improve the cellphone signal.

JenCor

So we ordered our GLE350 May 18th as a 2020 because they weren’t taking orders on the 21s at the time. We didn’t know they would accept 21 orders in June. Anyway, our original build date was supposed to be 8/20. I talked to my salesman earlier this week and it was pushed back a week to 8/28. I am so confused because some have mentioned their 21 build date to be around the same time mine is and mine is a 20. When I asked him about switching and ordering a 21 he said delivery wouldn’t be until November earliest and could be January depending on how fast the factory can produce them. I know each dealer’s deli every depends on the order list through that dealer. I just don’t understand how they draw the line between the 20s and 21s especially since my build is August 28th now. Anyone really know how this works?

Ron.s

I doubt anyone can answer your question except the Factory. Plans change and may change again. Mercedes decides on the model changeover dates and that decision might be dictated by Corona, subtle changes to components or for no reason other than they selected a date. The dealer can’t cancel your order at this late date. It’s anyone’s guess about the 2021 dates, IMO. They may not want you to cancel and order a 2021 but that’s what I would do. What’s a couple more months?😂

nsoltz

As I had written, my dealer said that MB has pushed 21 builds into September and will continue to build MY20 through August. Could be for any or all of the reasons stated above.

ENCT

I placed a order for a 2021 GLE580 yesterday, hopefully I see it in December.
Eric

mjsbenz

Placed an order for a 2021 GLE 350 4matic on August 3rd. Told that expected delivery end of November to begining of December. This will be our 2nd GLE for our 2nd home. Guess I really like the new GLE.

nsoltz

That sounds right. Enjoy the latest GLE!

petee1997

There may be some minor changes 20 to 21 models. My 21 GLE53 has been built for three weeks but has not been released to date because it is not certified.

nsoltz

EPA is working so should not be major delay in certification. At least is the gle350 and 450 (not certain about 580) seems from what I could see in the dealer order guide a few cosmetic changes plus some options have become standard equipment. Not terribly distressed at being pushed back a month. By the way, started thinking about x5 phev as backup. Fell out of love quickly with last bimmer. But learned that on a lease bmw does not kick back the federal tax credit. Mercedes credits it on lease of glc350e. Must purchase x5 45e and take the credit on income tax. On the 45e it is the full $7500

parichey

Hi All
I have a 2021 GLE 53 SUV on order. Right now, i have following info:
Decade Planned: 20/09-3
Decade Scheduled: 20/08-1
Est Prod Date: 8/23/2020

Based on the above, is my vehicle production start going to be 1D Aug or 23rd Aug. Also any idea when should I expect delivery?

GregW / Oregon

About 20-21 days after shipping, which should be within a couple days of production. This post, https://mbworld.org/forums/gle-class...ml#post8126147, said they were running '20 production through August?