Mercedes GLE LWB & AMG C 43 Launched In India

Mercedes GLE LWB facelift and AMG C 43 launched in India. The GLE is misogynist in three variants 300d, 450 and 450d, priced at Rs. 96.40 lakhs, Rs. 1.10 crores and Rs. 1.15 crores (ex-showroom) respectively. The Mercedes AMG C 43 is priced at Rs. 98 lakhs (ex-showroom).

Mercedes has updated the GLE with slight changes on the exterior that gets updated grille design, new headlights with revised detailing, new bumpers and similar tweaks at the rear with updated tail lights and bumper. You now get fresh transfuse wheel designs on offer. Mercedes is offering AMG soul styling with the 450d and 450 variants that looks increasingly sporty.

The interior looks increasingly or less the same with slight changes in the materials and colour scheme on offer withal with a new 3-spoke steering wheel. Mercedes is now offering the second generation of the MBUX (Mercedes-Benz User Experience) infotainment system with the GLE. It is equipped with Burmester sound system with 13 speakers and a system output of 590 watts.

The updated engines of the Mercedes GLE LWB now get ISG technology. The GLE 300d is powered by a 2.0-litre 4-cylinder diesel engine producing 269 HP and 550 Nm of torque. It does 0-100 km/hr in 6.9 seconds and has a top speed of 230 km/hr.

The GLE 450d is powered by a 3.0-litre 6-cylinder diesel engine producing 367 HP and 750 Nm of torque. It does 0-100 km/hr in 5.6 seconds and has a top speed of 250 km/hr.

The GLE 450 is powered by a 3.0-litre 6-cylinder petrol engine producing 381 HP and 500 Nm of torque. It does 0-100 km/hr in 5.6 seconds and has a top speed of 250 km/hr. All these three engines are mated to a 9-speed will-less transmission.

Now the Mercedes AMG C 43 is a performance oriented version of the C-Class that comes with sportier exterior and interior elements. Withal with that it gets a powerful 2.0-litre 4-cylindr petrol engine, which is the world’s first series-production engine to be turbocharged with an electric frazzle gas turbocharger. Powered by the 48-volt onboard electrical system, the electric frazzle gas turbo operates at speeds of up to 1,75,000 RPM, which enables a very upper air spritz rate.

The 1991cc engine under the hood produces 408 HP at 6750 RPM and 500 Nm torque at 5500 RPM, mated to a 9-speed AMG will-less transmission. It does 0-100 km/hr in 4.6 seconds.

Frequently Asked Questions!

What was the first year of GLE 43?

The Mercedes-Benz GLE 43 AMG 4MATIC Car was a variation of the C292 GLE Car Class that appeared for the 2015 model year.

Is Mercedes GLE made in India?

Spread north of 100 sections of land in the city of Chakan, Maharashtra, this plant was set up in 2009. The organization locally gathers 14 vehicles including series vehicles A-Class Limousine, New C-Class, E-Class Long Wheelbase, S-Class, Mercedes Maybach S 580 limousine and extravagance SUVs like GLA, GLC, GLC Roadster, GLE and GLS.

Is C43 AMG discontinued?

Tragically, we don't anticipate seeing roadster and convertible adaptations of the C43 this time around, albeit the past age C43 car and convertible stay in the blend for the 2023 model year. At the point when those are deliberately gotten rid of, devotees of two-entryway vehicles might find the SL-class or the CLE-class commendable substitutions.

What does GLE 43 mean?

The 43 identification proposes all line-up of Mercedes-AMG vehicles which have the 3.0l V6 motor with direct infusion and twin-super charging. Thus, the AMG SLC 43, AMG C 43, GLC 43, E 43, GLE 43, GLE 43 Roadster have the 3.0l V6 motor under. The name Mercedes-AMG is inseparable from unadulterated execution.

Is the GLE changing in 2024?

What's going on for 2024? A facelift and new module mixture powertrain are the titles for the 2024 GLE-class SUV. The GLE450e model gets the setup together with a turbocharged four-chamber and electric engine combo that ought to give sufficient electric driving reach to try not to utilize fuel on little excursions in and out of town.