W205C43PFL

I guess the GLE 53 is about having more power and the supercharger and turbo combination helps. However, then the GLE 580 exists...

ddeliber

They do exist. Not sure about ordering, but there are few 2023s on the ground now. 4 within 200 miles of Boston
https://www.cargurus.com/Cars/new/se...edEntity=d2317

CarGurus is pretty good with inventory so just put your zip in the search and you'll get a good idea of what is available around you.

Hammer212

Pardon if I missed it being posted someplace, but I have been keeping my eyes peeled for a DOG that includes the 580 SUV. If it's not still MIA, would appreciate a link to it. Thanks.

David Vargas

not coming out to sometime in April

W205C43PFL

Yes I know they exist, sorry for the confusion I meant, the GLE 53 is about more power and those two "chargers" help, but then the GLE 580 exist (which I meant to say the GLE 580 would not be a bad option as well) but like you said they are not as common.

W205C43PFL

That said though, GLE 580 isn't available in Canada since we always get the short-end of the stick, I guess.

mikapen

​​​​​​Don't you have Euro headlights without the US dim bulb regulations? If so, I'm jealous....

W205C43PFL

Don't be jealous as we don't since our regulations when it comes to cars follows US regulations most of the time, including the amber reflector in the headlight, the bumperette, the European headlight function/feature is disabled. Not to mention likely you can enable it with an OBD module? Unlike the GLE 580 variant, if it is not offered here, you can't get it unless you import but it is not that simple.

W205C43PFL

I guess you "can(?)" be jealous about having hatchbacks here but that too is going away, I wish the CLS was a lift back...

C280 Sport

Go for the GLE450 or go up the GLE580. Performance and ride quality. If you want sportiness then go for the AMG痴.

W205C43PFL

That is solid advice and pretty much sums up the topic.

ddeliber

Agreed.
For me the 450 is enough. 580 is great but IMO not worth the price, MPG/range and availability differences (local dealer here has 18 450s in stock and 2 580s).

W205C43PFL

I guess then it comes down to if you want a V8 or an inline-6 German inline-6 are just smooth in my opinion. The 450 with the mild-hybrid system with the electric motor helps with acceleration and it does that pretty well, the 53 on the sporty side shares the same engine as the 450 but a different tune and different components such as the additional supercharger and such, the transmission is obviously tuned differently but like you all mentioned, sacrifice in ride quality. No run-flats, high profile tires will help, downsizing tires will help. Otherwise the 450 really is not a bad choice it is the version to get if 350 isn't enough power.

petee1997

no, the GLE 53 in Canada with more base equipment than the US model. Of course this is all built into the base price.

W205C43PFL

I see, I thought this was optional even in Canada. They did make the 2020 (or 2021) C 63 S' performance exhaust standard but didn't know they did the same for GLE 53.

Non-AMG

I had same dilema choosing between 450 and 53.
Could pick almost perfect, low mileage, pre-owned 53 for same price as brand new 450 with set of options I prefer.
Decided for 450.
Smoothness of ride is my main concern and 53 with air-suspension was harsher than 450 with steel springs.
I picked AMG exterior, no chrome, added few nice aftermarket touches (front lip, Panamericana grill, AMG 63 style quad tip exhaust/diffuser few others, all together around 1.1k) and car looks nice, but drives comfortably.
With exception of the exterior I didn't find anything else in 53 that I would actually need (more sportive engine and handling do not match my driving style).
Very satisfied with the choice.

petee1997

Not the exhaust just the tires.

David Vargas

I am leaning towards a 450 for the same reasons. Thank you for your input.

David Vargas

I wouldn稚 mind a GLE 350, but I知 scared of long term reliability due to the inline-4 hauling around a big SUV.

W205C43PFL

Congrats on picking what you actually wanted : )

W205C43PFL

I think those are solid worries, how long are you keeping your vehicle for? The GLE 450 really is less stressed and much smoother but then there is the complexity of the 48V hybrid system I really hope MB has solved it for the 2023 MY.

David Vargas

I would keep it for 5 years

W205C43PFL

I see.

W205C43PFL

I see, I guess you either worry about the longevity of the engine or worry about the longevity of that 48V battery, keep in mind that 48V battery powers the cooling systems too so if that fails the car won't drive at all. I believe depending on your State, they might have a battery warranty of 8? years but you need to check with your state.

David Vargas

I am actually more worried about the engine. I think they fixed the 48V battery problems on the 450.