Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S: a more elegant touch with the Edition 55

We already know that Mercedes-AMG is celebrating . It turns 55 years old and the brand wants to celebrate it in style. To do so, they have created the Edition 55, designed to raise the profile of its models, and they are gradually including several models from the brand. Now it is the turn of two of the range’s off-road models, the Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S and the GLE 53, which become part of this special designation.

The upgrade package is available in both the standard version and the coupé, and its most visible elements are the colours used. These can be Obsidian Black Metallic and Manufaktur Diamond White Metallic. These two colours are complemented by the addition of 22-inch alloy wheels. The AMG badge appears in several places on the car, such as the fuel cap.

A spectacular look

The changes extend to other areas, as both models feature the AMG Night Package, which adds gloss black window surrounds and a specific colour for the exterior mirrors. This package also includes a rear glass with thermal insulation.

There are also changes inside, as users will find red and black nappa leather upholstery. They will also find carbon fibre elements and a red-coloured border on the dashboard. There is also an AMG Performance steering wheel with microfibre inserts and Edition 55 badges, and stainless steel door sill plates with the AMG emblem illuminated in red. Black AMG floor mats complete the look.

Available engines

Under the bonnet, the Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 and the 53 coupé feature a 3.0-litre turbocharged six-cylinder engine. It produces 435 CV and 521 Nm. In addition, they have an electric motor that adds 21 CV when extra power is needed. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is rated at 5.2 seconds, and the top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h.

The Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S uses a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine. It delivers 603 CV and a maximum torque of 849 Nm. The acceleration time drops to 3.9 seconds and the top speed reaches 280 km/h.

The model is limited to 55 units, and in Europe the Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 version can also be found, in different variants.