2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe: What's New, Models, and Full Specs


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The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe introduces MB.OS, the brand's operating system with support for compatible over-the-air software updates, alongside a 577-hp Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+ Coupe. The AMG Plug-in Performance Hybrid System and MBUX Superscreen represent major technology updates for the 2027 model year. This page covers the 2027 GLE Coupe model lineup, key specifications, and major standard features, along with current GLE Coupe availability at Mercedes-Benz of Tuscaloosa.

What's New for 2027

The headline change for 2027 is MB.OS, the Mercedes-Benz Operating System. MB.OS supports compatible over-the-air software updates when available. Update content, timing, eligibility, and supported functions can vary. The MBUX Superscreen arrives as standard equipment across the lineup. Three 12.3-inch displays sit beneath one glass panel, spanning the driver's instrument cluster, the central touchscreen, and a dedicated front-passenger screen. Fourth-generation MBUX uses an AI-supported MBUX Virtual Assistant for compatible conversational interactions and a zero-layer menu concept that can surface contextually relevant functions on the primary display layer. The MB.DRIVE driver-assistance system suite is also new for 2027, incorporating 10 exterior cameras, 5 radar sensors, and 12 ultrasonic sensors integrated into the MB.DRIVE driver-assistance and parking system architecture.

The Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+ Coupe is a significant addition to the 2027 range. Its AMG Plug-in Performance Hybrid System pairs an AMG-enhanced 3.0L inline-6 turbo with a 135 kW permanently synchronous electric motor, producing 577 combined horsepower and reaching 60 mph in 4.1 seconds. DIGITAL LIGHT LED headlamps with road projection capability are standard on the Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+ Coupe and Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ Coupe.

2027 GLE Coupe safety features

Model Lineup

The 2027 GLE Coupe is offered in three models, each with a distinct powertrain and equipment level.

2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 4MATIC Coupe exterior

GLE 450 4MATIC® Coupe

The GLE 450 4MATIC® Coupe includes AMG body styling, a panoramic sliding glass roof, MBUX Superscreen, heated power front seats with memory, 64-color LED ambient lighting, 20-inch AMG 5-spoke wheels, and the MB.DRIVE sensor suite. Natural Grain Dark Brown Birch wood trim, a sport steering wheel, and brushed stainless steel pedals are also included. Available packages add AIRMATIC adaptive air suspension with cloud-based intelligent damping, a Night Package with gloss black exterior accents, the Warmth and Comfort Package with heated front armrests, and the MB.DRIVE ASSIST package for additional driver-assistance Digital Extras.

2027 Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 HYBRID Coupe exterior

Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+ Coupe

The Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+ Coupe adds an AMG Plug-in Performance Hybrid powertrain, AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive, AMG RIDE CONTROL+ suspension with Adaptive Damping System Plus, and an AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9-speed transmission. Ventilated front seats, Nappa leather upholstery, AMG illuminated door sills, and a Burmester Surround Sound System with Dolby Atmos are standard. DIGITAL LIGHT LED headlamps with road projection are also standard. The Pinnacle Trim package adds 4-zone climate control, Air Balance cabin-air purification, and heated and cooled front cupholders.

Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S Coupe exterior from an earlier model year

Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ Coupe

The Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ Coupe uses a handcrafted AMG 4.0L V8 biturbo engine with hybrid assist producing 603 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque. AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL with Active Roll Stabilization, an AMG electronic limited-slip rear differential, multicontour front seats with massage, exclusive Nappa leather upholstery, heated front armrests and upper door panels, heated and cooled front cupholders, Air Balance cabin-air purification, Air Balance cabin fragrance system, and an AMG Head-Up Display are standard. MAGIC VISION CONTROL and DIGITAL LIGHT LED headlamps with road projection are also standard.

AMG GLE 63 S performance details

Performance and Powertrain

GLE 450 4MATIC® Coupe

The GLE 450 4MATIC® Coupe is powered by a 3.0L inline-6 turbocharged engine with a mild hybrid drive system using an Integrated Starter-Generator. Output is 375 horsepower at 5,000-6,100 rpm and 413 lb-ft of torque from 2,000 to 4,500 rpm. The 9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic transmission sends power through fully variable 4MATIC® all-wheel drive. Zero to 60 mph takes 4.9 seconds. EPA-estimated fuel economy is 19 city, 25 highway, and 21 combined mpg on premium unleaded. Towing capacity reaches up to 7,700 lbs when properly equipped with the available Class III trailer hitch. The standard suspension uses 4-wheel independent double-wishbone front and multilink rear geometry with selective damping.

Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+ Coupe

The Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+ Coupe pairs an AMG-enhanced 3.0L inline-6 turbo with a 135 kW permanently synchronous electric motor and an ultra-lightweight high-performance battery. Combined output is 577 horsepower at 5,800-6,100 rpm and 553 lb-ft of torque from 2,200 to 5,200 rpm. The AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9-speed transmission and AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive manage power delivery. Zero to 60 mph is 4.1 seconds. Under suitable charging, battery, and environmental conditions, AC charging at up to 9.6 kW provides a listed full-charge time of approximately 3.25 hours, while compatible DC fast charging provides a listed 10%-to-80% charging time of approximately 29 minutes. Towing capacity is up to 7,700 lbs when properly equipped.

Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ Coupe

The Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ Coupe uses a handcrafted AMG 4.0L V8 biturbo engine with hybrid assist, rated at 603 horsepower at 5,500-6,100 rpm and 627 lb-ft of torque from 2,500 to 4,500 rpm. The AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9-speed transmission and AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive are paired with an AMG electronic limited-slip rear differential. AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL suspension with Active Roll Stabilization and Adaptive Damping System Plus is standard. Towing capacity is up to 7,700 lbs when properly equipped.

2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe interior with rear seats folded

Interior, Comfort, and Cargo

All three models seat five passengers in a coupe-style SUV body. Cargo volume behind the second row measures 31.6 cubic feet in the GLE 450 4MATIC® Coupe, expanding to 64.1 cubic feet maximum with the rear seats folded. The 40/20/40-split folding second-row seats allow multiple loading configurations.

The GLE 450 4MATIC® Coupe cabin includes MB-Tex and microfiber upholstery with Natural Grain Dark Brown Birch wood trim. The Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+ Coupe includes Nappa leather as standard, while the Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ Coupe comes with exclusive Nappa leather. MANUFAKTUR interior options are available on both Mercedes-AMG models for additional interior personalization.

All models include a panoramic sliding glass roof, 64-color LED ambient lighting, heated power front seats with memory, a heated steering wheel, dual-zone automatic climate control, power liftgate, HANDS-FREE ACCESS, and remote start via the Mercedes-Benz app. The Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ Coupe adds multicontour front seats with massage, rapid heating, and heated front armrests as standard.

Technology and Infotainment

Every 2027 GLE Coupe model receives the MBUX Superscreen as standard. The three-panel layout includes a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster in front of the driver, a 12.3-inch central touchscreen, and a 12.3-inch passenger display beneath one glass surface. The fourth-generation MBUX system uses an AI-supported MBUX Virtual Assistant and a zero-layer menu concept that can surface contextually relevant functions on the primary display layer. MB.OS supports compatible over-the-air software updates when available. Update content, timing, eligibility, and supported functions can vary. Seven years of MBUX Navigation, live traffic information, and map updates are included as specified Digital Extras.

Wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto are available via Digital Extra. Compatible devices, account setup, vehicle equipment, and applicable Digital Extra availability may be required. Front-cabin wireless charging, multiple USB-C ports, hands-free Bluetooth, and SiriusXM are standard on all models. The Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+ Coupe includes MBUX Augmented Video for Navigation and the Burmester Surround Sound System with Dolby Atmos as standard. The Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ Coupe adds an AMG Head-Up Display to its standard specification.

An available MBUX Augmented Reality Head-up Display is also listed as an option. GUARD 360° antitheft protection with camera monitoring is included as a Digital Extra.

MBUX Superscreen details

2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe dashboard and infotainment displays

Safety and Driver Assistance

The 2027 GLE Coupe's MB.DRIVE driver-assistance suite uses 10 exterior cameras, 5 radar sensors, and 12 ultrasonic sensors.

Standard safety and driver-assistance content across the listed models includes:

Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe exterior showing driver-assistance-equipped vehicle
  • PRE-SAFE
  • PRE-SAFE Sound
  • Blind Spot Assist Plus
  • ATTENTION ASSIST
  • Distance Assist DISTRONIC
  • Lane Keeping Function
  • Evasive Steering Function
  • Evasive Steering Function Plus
  • Crosswind Assist
  • Emergency Stop Function
  • Exit Warning
  • Reversing camera
  • Eight airbags, including a front center airbag

PRE-SAFE can activate certain occupant-protection measures when specified pre-collision conditions are detected. PRE-SAFE Sound can activate a brief noise through the audio system as part of the PRE-SAFE response when specified pre-collision conditions are detected. ATTENTION ASSIST monitors supported driving inputs and can provide alerts when signs of reduced driver attentiveness are detected. The 360-degree camera and MB.DRIVE PARKING ASSIST 360 are available as Digital Extras on the GLE 450 4MATIC® Coupe and Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+ Coupe.

DIGITAL LIGHT LED headlamps with road projection capability are optional on the GLE 450 4MATIC® Coupe and standard on both Mercedes-AMG models. PRE-SAFE PLUS is available on all three models and can activate applicable warning and pre-collision functions when specified rear-end collision conditions are detected. Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call service is included for 10 years.

The Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ Coupe adds Steering Assist and Lane Change Assist as standard. Rear side-impact airbags and Trailer Stability Assist are available on all models. Driver-assistance systems operate within defined system limits and do not replace attentive driving or the driver's responsibility for vehicle control.

Full safety feature list

Who It's For and How It Compares to the Prior Year

The 2027 GLE Coupe is suited to buyers comparing a coupe-style SUV body, towing capability, updated MBUX technology, and multiple electrified powertrains. MB.OS adds support for compatible over-the-air software updates when available. The MBUX Superscreen makes the three-display configuration standard across the lineup. Buyers moving from an earlier GLE Coupe will find a three-screen cabin layout, an AI-supported MBUX Virtual Assistant, and the updated MB.DRIVE sensor architecture in the 2027 model.

The Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+ Coupe adds a 577-hp plug-in hybrid powertrain to the lineup, alongside the V8 biturbo Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ Coupe. The GLE 450 4MATIC® Coupe uses a 375-hp mild-hybrid inline-6 and offers towing capacity up to 7,700 lbs when properly equipped. The Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+ Coupe adds a 577-hp plug-in hybrid powertrain. The Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ Coupe produces 603 hp and adds AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL, an AMG electronic limited-slip rear differential, and additional standard interior equipment.

See the 2027 GLE Coupe at Mercedes-Benz of Tuscaloosa

Browse current 2027 GLE Coupe inventory at Mercedes-Benz of Tuscaloosa to see available models and configurations. The Mercedes-Benz of Tuscaloosa team can help you compare available GLE Coupe configurations, MANUFAKTUR options, and Digital Extras and arrange a test drive for an available vehicle.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is new on the 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe?

Major changes for 2027 include MB.OS with support for compatible over-the-air software updates, the MBUX Superscreen as standard equipment across all models, the MB.DRIVE sensor suite with 10 cameras, 5 radar sensors, and 12 ultrasonic sensors, and the addition of the Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+ Coupe with 577 combined horsepower.

How many models does the 2027 GLE Coupe come in?

Three models are offered: the GLE 450 4MATIC® Coupe, Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+ Coupe, and Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ Coupe.

What engine does the 2027 GLE 450 4MATIC® Coupe use?

The GLE 450 4MATIC® Coupe uses a 3.0L inline-6 turbocharged engine with a mild hybrid Integrated Starter-Generator, producing 375 horsepower and 413 lb-ft of torque.

It pairs with a 9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic transmission and fully variable 4MATIC® all-wheel drive.

How fast is the 2027 Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+ Coupe?

The Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+ Coupe reaches 60 mph in 4.1 seconds using its combined output of 577 horsepower from the AMG-enhanced 3.0L inline-6 turbo paired with a 135 kW electric motor.

What is the towing capacity of the 2027 GLE Coupe?

The 2027 GLE Coupe models offer towing capacity of up to 7,700 lbs when properly equipped.

Does the 2027 GLE Coupe have wireless CarPlay and Android Auto?

Yes. Wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto are available on the 2027 GLE Coupe as Digital Extras.

Compatible devices, account setup, vehicle equipment, and applicable Digital Extra availability may be required.

What is the MBUX Superscreen?

The MBUX Superscreen is standard on all 2027 GLE Coupe models.

It integrates three 12.3-inch displays—a digital instrument cluster, central touchscreen, and front passenger screen—beneath one glass panel and uses fourth-generation MBUX with an AI-supported MBUX Virtual Assistant.

Can the 2027 GLE Coupe receive software updates remotely?

Yes. MB.OS supports compatible over-the-air software updates when available. Update content, timing, eligibility, and supported functions can vary.


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