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Old Jan 28, 2026 | 02:53 PM
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Would this SUV be considered the v167? I have been trying to figure out the differences between v167, c167, and w167. I've read conflicting things.

Is it AMG vs non AMG models? Does one denote the SUV vs the coupe variant?

I have a 2024 GLE450, so is it a v167?
Yes, this is likely still a V167. Sometimes you will see W167 referring to the current model, because that was what it was assumed to be after the W166. The C167 is the coupe variant.
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Old Jan 28, 2026 | 06:57 PM
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Old Jan 29, 2026 | 10:15 AM
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How did you contact MB to get that info?
i read where 2026 GLE assembly wraps up in March. While there will be minor retooling for the 2027 refresh, I cannot believe 2027 deliveries would be delayed until CY 27. I guess would be more like September.
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Old Feb 12, 2026 | 11:50 PM
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Originally Posted by fred20637
i read where 2026 GLE assembly wraps up in March. While there will be minor retooling for the 2027 refresh, I cannot believe 2027 deliveries would be delayed until CY 27. I guess would be more like September.
I've talked to multiple dealers about ordering a GLE 450. Most have said earliest available slot I could get would be April with a most likely September delivery. Of course they don't say anything about model year.
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Old Feb 13, 2026 | 08:10 AM
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I've talked to multiple dealers about ordering a GLE 450. Most have said earliest available slot I could get would be April with a most likely September delivery. Of course they don't say anything about model year.
I was able to order a GLE coupe in mid-January. Dealer had an allocation for late March build. Based on what your dealer told you I wonder if my car will be one of the last 2026 models.
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Old Mar 13, 2026 | 09:30 AM
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https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a70623998/2027-mercedes-benz-gle-gls-prototype-preview/

https://www.edmunds.com/car-news/2027-mercedes-benz-gle-gls-prototype-first-drive-review.html

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Old Mar 16, 2026 | 04:55 AM
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I was hoping for a completely new model. There are elements of the GLE exterior and interior that I really don't like.

So, what Is the best guess for a complete redesign now? 2029/2030?
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Old Mar 16, 2026 | 07:02 AM
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Originally Posted by Joey Mugo
I was hoping for a completely new model. There are elements of the GLE exterior and interior that I really don't like.

So, what Is the best guess for a complete redesign now? 2029/2030?
They likely facelifted it again because it was planned before people slowed down on EV adoption. As in possibly planned to extend current gen life cycle and next gen go fully electric. Obviously plans had changed because of the market.
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Old Mar 28, 2026 | 04:43 PM
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https://topelectricsuv.com/news/merc...oogle_vignette

Article says March 31st announcement.
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Old Mar 28, 2026 | 04:56 PM
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They likely facelifted it again because it was planned before people slowed down on EV adoption. As in possibly planned to extend current gen life cycle and next gen go fully electric. Obviously plans had changed because of the market.
The market is majorly influenced by the current administration's ant-EV stance and termination of tax rebates.
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https://topelectricsuv.com/news/merc...oogle_vignette

Article says March 31st announcement.
Good - I'll be ready to order.
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Old Mar 28, 2026 | 09:06 PM
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Old Mar 29, 2026 | 02:00 PM
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The market is majorly influenced by the current administration's ant-EV stance and termination of tax rebates.
That, plus most of the early adopters already have their cars.
And new fueling stations aren't installing change stations - just petro. (Pre Trump builds )
The Majors must not have been expecting much more EV growth in the past few years.

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Old Mar 29, 2026 | 05:02 PM
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Originally Posted by GregW / Oregon
The market is majorly influenced by the current administration's ant-EV stance and termination of tax rebates.
In the case of Canada, Range anxiety is real and I have many EV friends that switched back to ICE since. EV rebates also got suspended here in Canada but was brought back at a reduced amount. In regards with the range anxiety, things are definitely changing as many manufacturers including MB is coming up with these long range EVs, yes I understand it is WLTP based but it is a huge improvement compared to just a few years ago. The main thing is probably still the Infrastructure. That said, I do really like the GLE and look forward to seeing a second facelift on March 31st.
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Old Mar 29, 2026 | 10:13 PM
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Originally Posted by Uncle P
So 2pm EDT or 11am PDT. First one to post the Dealer Order Guide gets a prize!
Corrected per j_house

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Old Mar 30, 2026 | 09:06 PM
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just got out of the 2024 NY Auto Show and saw the GLE updates in person. They're definitely going for a more aggressive look with the new front grille and bumpers, plus the updated infotainment system looks snazzy too.
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What does the interior look like? What I’ve seen is a deal breaker for me.
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Interior pictures here…

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I do t dislike the dash in those pictures. I prefer the previous dash and vents…
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Originally Posted by GregW / Oregon
So 2pm EDT or 11am PDT. First one to post the Dealer Order Guide gets a prize!
Corrected per j_house
You should probably just give the prize to @Eaton . He's always posting new build guides.
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Hmmm, I was hoping it gets the dash of the new X540 GLC EV with the screen with no interruptions and bezels, the main concern with this screen is that it looks like it comes from the new C174 CLA EV or the new X244 GLB EV. That said, the base screen on the X540 GLC is like this and upgraded is the one with no interruptions and one whole panel, hopefully that means it can be done with this V167 GLE second facelift as well?
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I do t dislike the dash in those pictures. I prefer the previous dash and vents…
I feel the same way. There are just too many screens now. Looks like there might be some new interior colors. I sort of like the dark tan.


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Physical climate control buttons. Must have for my wife. Very glad they are still there.

I like the look of the new steering wheel
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