First Drive: 2024 GLE 53 Hybrid Coupe – 544BHP Plug-In SUV!

First Plug-in #AMG SUV! The Hybrid #MercedesAMG GLE 53 AMG is here! Welcome back to RBR, where today we're diving into the brand-new Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+ — available as both an SUV and a Coupé. This new hybrid powerhouse from Affalterbach sits in between the original GLE 53, and the powerhouse GLE 63 S. Could this version be a must-have for enthusiasts and eco-conscious drivers alike? Let’s find out!

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🚗 Powertrain and Performance 🔋
Under the hood, the GLE 53 HYBRID features the same 3.0-litre inline 6 turbo engine paired with a 100-kW electric motor, just like we saw in the E53. This combo cranks out a total system output of 544 hp and 750 Nm, and 0-60 in 4.7 seconds. Notably, you can cruise up to 140 km/h on electric power alone, thanks to its 31.2 kWh battery offering an impressive electric range of up to 87 km. The driving modes include hybrid-specific modes like "Electric" for silent, emission-free driving and "Battery Hold" to conserve battery charge - these also have EV specific sounds too!

💡 Design and Hybrid-Specific Elements 💡
Visually, the GLE 53 HYBRID barely changes, just with a new front bumper, and redesigned lights front and back. Though there are little details like he Affalterbach badge, and the red lettering on the rear model badges showing it’s a hybrid. Certainly a lot more than the GLE 63 which only gets lights! Inside, the MBUX infotainment system is enhanced with hybrid-specific displays, providing good information about the battery and electric range.

🚀 Chassis and Tech 🚀
The usual AMG RIDE CONTROL+ air suspension is specifically tuned for this hybrid model, but the car loses the active anti roll stabilisation that made the previous car and 63 so good. Instead it has new passive stabilizers, we will have to see how these deal with a heavier car set up. The fully variable AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive is the same as before.

But will the car prove exciting enough after adding so much weight, despite the increase in power? Let’s drive the #GLE53HYBRID and find out!

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