Mercedes GLE 350d Coupe Tuned By Chrometec To 300 PS, 700 Nm

Compared to its rivals, the GLE Coupe's aesthetics aren't as much aggressive as they are imposing. This is one reason the model is slowly becoming a favorite among tuners.

Although viewed as a blank canvas for those aftermarket specialists trying to transform it into a monster, this particular GLE 350D is actually quite restrained. You'll need a second look to tell it has been modified, which makes it even more interesting.

The work of German tuner Chrometec, the GLE sports a revised front lip, new side skirts that double as side steps, and a modified rear diffuser embedded in the rear bumper, with new quad tailpipes. However, the tuner also offers hand-made carbon-fiber elements (grille, diffuser, and spoiler), in case some customers want to further emphasize the SUV's inner sportiness.

With the 3.0-litre, single turbo V6 under the hood now developing 300 PS (296 hp) and 700 Nm (516 ft-lb) of torque, the 350d GLE Coupe's performance is on par with its gasoline-powered sibling. Moreover, another module can be added which enhances the throttle response, and offers three different driving modes – all depending on the driver's needs.

The modified powerplant is backed up by those €1,390 ($1562) tailpipes and a €1,650 ($1854) active-sound system that delivers a rich and muscular V8 sound for both gas and diesel engines – according to Chrometec. Even so, the active sound module is also available in stronger, pricier versions, with two sound generators and a control unit from the Maserati Ghibli – all for €2,950 ($3316).

Completing the offering is the set of 22-inch alloy wheels by Concave, which are actually cheaper than the top-of-the-range sound unit; €2.890 ($3,249).