The successor will adopt a revised twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre V8 petrol engine with new mild-hybrid assistance, as well as a fully variable four-wheel-drive system in some of the models.
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The order book is now open so the first customer units will likely arrive around February next year.
This complete package is the closest offering to a range-topping Black Series from Mercedes.
It is said to be a momentous step up on the GT R Pro and the Black Series’ engine is rumoured to pack more than 690 hp (515 kW).
In an interview with CarSales, Mercedes-AMG boss Tobias Moers said that their first performance EV will not disappoint.
This SUV sprints to 100 km/h in 3.8 seconds and will top out at a governed 280 km/h.
The GLE53 will make use of a mild-hybrid system which can contribute up to 21 HP (16 kW) and 249 Nm for short periods of time.
The package is called PowerXtra B 35 tuning kit and, as can be expected, turns the standard Merc up to eleven.
Manharts’ distinctive livery, complete with off-centre racing stripes, is finished in yellow this time.
In the car’s crosshairs will likely be Porsche’s 911 GT2 RS, McLaren’s 600LT and the Lamborghini Huracan Performante.