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2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class First Drive

ML No More: M-B's Midsize SUV Gets a New Name And A Beastly "Coupe" Version

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class is a thoroughly updated version of its bread-and-butter M-Class. We test the full line, including the new "Coupe" version.

Detroit
Mercedes has X6 in its crosshairs with the GLE Coupe

The luxury crossover coupe isn't always the most loved auto segment in terms of styling, but Mercedes-Benz clearly sees room there to grow. The company's new GLE Coupe shows a new take on the styling to challenge the established BMW X6. Whether buyers opt for the GLE450 or GLE63, they get a mountain of power from either a twin-turbo V6 or V8, respectively, with 4Matic all-wheel drive. They're both on display at the 2015 Detroit Auto Show.