Next-Gen Mercedes GLE Spotted Testing
Although the Mercedes GLE just received a new name and a fresh look, the brand is already working on the next-generation model.
That is because although the name is new, the GLE is merely a refresh of the old ML-Class. Pictured in these spy photos is an entirely new GLE, built on a fresh platform which Mercedes calls the Modular High Architecture (MHA).
As can be expected from most modern cars moving to a new platform, the GLE is set to lose some weight, which should help with fuel economy. Power will come from a range of gasoline and diesel engines along with a plug-in hybrid setup. A turbocharged V8 will also be stuffed under the hood for the sporty AMG variants.
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Though thick camouflage is used on this prototype, but we can see that the overall styling of the GLE seems use wider wheel arches with a slightly lower, sleeker overall look.
The all-new GLE is expected to debut around 2018.
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