The large information for the 2026 AMG GLE 53 Coupe is that the engine is a plug-in hybrid setup. Mercedes hasn’t launched any data on a gas-only model, and rumors recommend that the complete AMG GLE lineup can be hybrids. So the 53 Hybrid Coupe will arrive with an AMG-fettled 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine designed particularly for this utility. The software program that manages the engine setup has been up to date, and a further warmth exchanger helps to place out 443 hp, which is 14 hp greater than the outgoing mannequin. An electrical motor with 134 hp is added, together with a 31.2 kWh battery, for a system complete of 536 hp and 553 lb-ft.
Energy is distributed by the AMG Efficiency 4Matic+ totally variable all-wheel drive system for optimum traction, which could have the 53 Hybrid Coupe launching from 0-60 mph in 4.6 seconds. High velocity is proscribed electronically to 155 mph, and even in all-electric mode, the PHEV can journey at speeds of as much as 87 mph within the acceptable drive mode.
AMG Journey Management+ air suspension with adaptive damping is customary, however it’s been tuned particularly for the GLE 53 Hybrid lineup to make sure acoustic damping whereas retaining the sporting nature of AMG automobiles. There are additionally new passive stabilizers on each axles, new dampers on the rear, and up to date chassis tuning.
The brand new AMG GLE 53 Hybrid Coupe defaults to a brand new ‘Electrical’ mode at startup, however you’ll be able to select from Consolation, Sport, Sport+, Slippery, and Particular person, in addition to one other hybrid-specific mode known as ‘Battery Maintain’ the place the battery state of cost is stored fixed by managing the enter of the fuel engine and electrical motor and adjusting power recuperation charges