2019 Mercedes GLE Shows Its Sportier Face In New Teaser Video

Mercedes unveiled the all-electric EQC earlier this week and now it’s turning its attention to a more conventional crossover: the 2019 GLE.

Teased in a short promotional video, the clip shows the front of the new GLE will have will have a single bar grille with a large Mercedes emblem in the center. It is flanked by new headlights which feature distinctive LED daytime running lights, while further down we can see sporty air intakes and part of the front bumper.

The teaser wasn’t accompanied by any new information, but previous spy photos have shown the crossover will have an evolutionary design with sleeker bodywork that in more in keeping with the company’s newer models. The redesigned GLE will also feature a new rear end with small taillights and a dual exhaust system.

While the exterior styling changes won’t be that radical, the cabin will be overhauled with higher quality materials and a more modern design. Like other new Mercs, the GLE will have a digital instrument cluster which is positioned next to the infotainment system. The crossover will also have a new three-spoke steering wheel, chromed air vents and a wide swath of wood trim. Other notable highlights include new switchgear, metallic accents and a wide center console with grab handles.

Mercedes has been tight-lipped about engine options, but there should be an assortment of familiar choices including a 3.0-liter straight-six with EQ Boost technology. The engine develops 362 hp (270 kW / 367 PS) and 368 lb-ft (500 Nm) of torque, while the EQ Boost system can deliver an additional 22 hp (16 kW / 22 PS) and 184 lb-ft (250 Nm) of torque.

European customers can also expect a handful of diesels including a 3.0-liter six-cylinder with 282 hp (210 kW / 286 PS) and 442 lb-ft (600 Nm) of torque. It could be joined a more powerful 3.0-liter six-cylinder developing 335 hp (250 kW / 340 PS) and 516 lb-ft (700 Nm) of torque.

Later down the road, Mercedes-AMG will introduce the 53, 63 and 63 S variants. The latter is expected to use a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 that should put out 603 hp (450 kW / 612 PS) and 627 lb-ft (850 Nm) of torque.