Mercedes-Benz Launches First SUV Coupé, the GLE Coupé, in Japan | Mercedes-Benz
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April 28, 2016

Mercedes-Benz Launches First SUV Coupé, the GLE Coupé, in Japan | Mercedes-Benz


Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe


Mercedes-AMG GLE 43 4MATIC


Mercedes-AMG GLE 43 4MATIC Also Arrives


On the 27th, Mercedes-Benz Japan announced the "GLE Coupe," Mercedes-Benz's first SUV coupe, and the "GLE"GLE 43 4MATIC," which is equipped with a V6 engine exclusively developed by AMG for the base SUV "GLE." Sales of the GLE 43 4MATIC have begun, and orders for the GLE Coupe have started.


Text by YANAKA Tomomi



AMG's Exclusively Developed V6 Engine "GLE 43 4MATIC"


The "GLE Coupe," Mercedes-Benz's first SUV coupe, had its world premiere at the Detroit Motor Show in January last year. We also reported on it in OPENERS withFumio Ogawa's Impressionand other articles.


While featuring a streamlined coupe design that sets it apart from the standard "GLE," it is characterized by its rear seats, which are said to accommodate adults, and a luggage space of up to 1,720 liters.


Three models will be available. The "GLE 350 d 4MATIC Coupe" is equipped with a 3.0-liter V6 diesel turbo engine producing a maximum output of 190 kW (258 hp) and a maximum torque of 620 Nm. The Mercedes-AMG "GLE 43 4MATIC Coupe" features a 3.0-liter V6 turbo gasoline engine, exclusively developed by AMG, with a maximum output of 270 kW (367 hp) and a maximum torque of 520 Nm, combined with an AMG-developed four-wheel-drive system and a 9-speed automatic transmission.



Mercedes-AMG GLE 43 4MATIC

Mercedes AMG GLE 43 4MATIC


Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe

Mercedes-Benz GLE 63s 4MATIC Coupe



And the top-grade Mercedes-AMG "GLE 63 S 4MATIC Coupe," powered by a 5.5-liter V8 engine from Mercedes-AMG with a maximum output of 430 kW (585 hp) and a maximum torque of 760 Nm. The lineup is the same as the GLE.


Additionally, the GLE 43 4MATIC, featuring the same powertrain as the GLE 43 4MATIC Coupe, has been added to the GLE lineup.


Pricing for the coupe models starts at 8.9 million yen for the "GLE 350 d 4MATIC Coupe," 12 million yen for the "GLE 43 4MATIC Coupe," and 17.8 million yen for the "GLE 63 S 4MATIC Coupe," with staggered releases scheduled from August onwards. The SUV "GLE 43 4MATIC" is priced at 11.5 million yen.




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Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 d 4MATIC Coupe
Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 d 4MATIC Coupe

Body Size | Length 4,900 x Width 2,003 x Height 1,731 mm
(sport) Length 4,891 x Width 2,003 x Height 1,719 mm
Wheelbase | 2,915 mm
Vehicle Weight | kg
Engine | 2,987cc V6 DOHC Diesel with Turbocharger
Maximum Output | 190 kW (258 ps) / 3,400 rpm
Maximum Torque | 620 Nm (63.2 kgm) / 1,600 rpm
Transmission | 9-speed AT (9G-TRONIC)
Drivetrain | 4WD
Brakes | Ventilated Discs / Discs
Tires Front/Rear | 275/50R20 (sport) 275/45R21 / 315/40R21
Luggage Capacity | 650-1,720 Liters
Steering Position | Right
Price | 8.9 million yen (sport) 9.8 million yen

Mercedes-AMG GLE 43 4MATIC Coupe
Mercedes-AMG GLE 43 4MATIC Coupe

Body Size | Length 4,891 x Width 2,003 x Height 1,719 mm
Wheelbase | 2,915 mm
Vehicle Weight | kg
Engine | 2,996cc V6 DOHC Twin-Turbocharged
Maximum Output | 270 kW (367 ps) / 5,500-6,000 rpm
Maximum Torque | 520 Nm (53.0 kgm) / 1,800-4,000 rpm
Transmission | 9-speed AT (9G-TRONIC)
Drivetrain | 4WD
Brakes | Ventilated Discs / Ventilated Discs
Tires Front/Rear | 285/40R22 / 325/35R22
Luggage Capacity | 650-1,720 Liters
Steering Position | Left
Price | 12 million yen

Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC Coupe
Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC Coupe

Body Size | Length 4,918 x Width 2,003 x Height 1,718 mm
Wheelbase | 2,915 mm
Vehicle Weight | kg
Engine | 5,461cc V8 DOHC Twin-Turbocharged
Maximum Output | 430 kW (585 ps) / 5,500 rpm
Maximum Torque | 760 Nm (77.5 kgm) / 1,750-5,250 rpm
Transmission | 7-speed AT
Drivetrain | 4WD
Brakes | Ventilated Discs / Ventilated Discs
Tires Front/Rear | 285/40R22 / 325/35R22
Luggage Capacity | 650-1,720 Liters
Steering Position | Left
Price | 17.8 million yen



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