DIVA Drives

Once inside the cabin, it was obvious that the brand’s dedication to perfection had been applied to every aspect of the vehicle. Stunning red topstitching on the upholstery, red seatbelts and AMG badges in the front backrests, provide a sporty ambience with an exclusive touch, whilst the quality and comfortability of the leather seats are of an exceptionally high standard. The interior is very spacious throughout the vehicle ensuring five adults will travel in comfort.

The three spoke AMG, black nappa leather steering wheel with aluminium shift paddles feels perfect in hand. The innovative control and display system MBUX, is equipped as standard in the GLE 53 Coupé. The touchscreen multimedia display and the instrument cluster optically combine into one unit thanks to the layout of the widescreen cockpit. We found the system to be very efficient and user-friendly. One of the best features of this system is the intelligent voiceoperated control “Hey Mercedes” that allows for hands free access to numerous functions.

As impressive as both the exterior and interior of this vehicle are, it was the engine and dynamic driving system that impressed us the most. The AMG GLE 53 4Matic Coupe boasts a 3.0-litre, six-cylinder, twin turbocharged engine, complemented by a 9-speed automatic transmission. This setup produces 435 hp and 520 Nm of torque. This allows the AMG to accelerate from zero to 100 km/h in a mere 5.3 seconds and has an electrically limited top speed of 250km/h. The new AMG Active Ride Control feature enhances the car’s driving performance, reducing body roll and increasing control when cornering.

This all-wheel-drive vehicle has five modes on offer namely Comfort, Sport, Sport +, Slippery and Individual+”, ensuring the vehicle delivers optimal performance during both longdistance travel and short sporty bursts. Additionally, two new modes for off-road use are now available in the form of “Trail” and “Sand”. We were taken aback by how smooth and powerful the AMG GLE 53 4Matic Coupe is. It felt as if we were driving around in a first-class sports car. From the responsive sports steering and high-performance braking system to the outstanding air suspension and traction control of this vehicle, we thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of this driving experience.

We cannot praise the new Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 Coupé loudly enough. Every feature of this vehicle is nothing less than exceptional and we can honestly say that this car is amongst the very best we have ever had the privilege of test-driving.

“The master craftsmen at Mercedes have managed to create a vehicle that is truly exceptional to look at.”