NEW 2027 Mercedes GLE in Camouflage | Full Drive Review
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The video introduces an early prototype of the Mercedes GLE facelift in Las Vegas, highlighting new headlights and a two-star front design, with the presenter noting this is a very early stage and promising a look at exterior, some interior details, and a short drive.
The 2027 Mercedes GLE prototype impresses with two stacked front stars, 22-inch rims, a subdued two-tone interior, and active body control that smooths highway curves—driving impressions from Las Vegas dunes.
Summary
MercBenzKing brings us a first look at the new GLE facelift prototype amid camouflage near Las Vegas. You’ll notice the distinctive front-end with two Mercedes stars positioned close together, and a fully covered interior that hints at a digital cockpit upgrade shared with the CLA and new GLC. The exterior highlights include 22-inch wheels and potential changes to the tail lights and grille as the model evolves toward a late-2026 or early-2027 launch. Inside, Mercedes appears to push a refined two-tone color scheme, a panoramic roof, and the option for soft-closing doors, while keeping the rear-seat layout with a potential third row. On the road, the six-cylinder 3.0 L petrol engine is tested in prototype form, and MercBenzKing praises the ride quality aided by Active Body Control (ABC) and the Curve mode for smoother cornering, alongside a dash of Burmester audio ambiance. Overall, the video signals a promising facelift that stays true to the GLE’s practicality and luxury DNA, with visible emphasis on comfort, insulation, and advanced controls. This is clearly a very early-stage glimpse into how the GLE might balance comfort and performance in its next generation.
Key Takeaways
- The prototype GLE features two Mercedes stars in the front headlights, a distinctive camouflage setup, and 22-inch rims.
- The interior shows a two-tone scheme with a large two-tone cabin and a panoramic roof, plus a possible soft-closing door option.
- MercBenzKing tests a 3.0 L six-cylinder petrol engine in the prototype and highlights Active Body Control (ABC) with Curve mode for smoother, motorcycle-like cornering.
- The steering wheel design mirrors the CLA and new GLC, with a touchpad and a physical speed-setting button, while the full screens remain covered in the prototype phase.
Who Is This For?
Essential viewing for Mercedes enthusiasts and early adopters of the GLE who want a sneak peek at the 2027 facelift, especially those curious about design cues, interior tech, and ride dynamics.
Notable Quotes
"Two Mercedes stars in the front next to each other."
—Noting the distinctive headlight emblem pattern on the prototype.
"This is basically just like in the CLA and the new GLC, cover it up."
—Highlighting the shared interior control styling with other models.
"Curve mode, what it does is it actually absorbs the curves just like a motorcycle would turn into the curve and it feels so smooth around winding roads."
—Describing the adaptive suspension feature that improves cornering comfort.
"Acoustically, it is on a different level."
—Praising cabin sound isolation during the test drive.
"There is a possibility to have a third row."
—Mentioning the flexible seating arrangement in the GLE.
Questions This Video Answers
- When will the 2027 Mercedes GLE facelift be released and what are the main exterior changes?
- What engine options are confirmed for the 2027 GLE prototype and how does the 3.0 L six-cylinder perform in tests?
- How does the GLE's Active Body Control (ABC) Curve mode compare to previous generations in real-world driving?
Mercedes-BenzMercedes GLEGLE facelift 2027CLA and GLC interior similaritiesActive Body Control (ABC)Burmester audioPrototype camouflage22-inch wheelsPanoramic sunroofSoft-closing doors
Full Transcript
digital lights with two Mercedes on each side. So, let's take the GLE for a drive. First thing I noticed, hello guys, welcome to Merbs Ben King. This is the new prototype, the second facelift of the very famous and successful Mercedes GLE. You can already see the new headlights. Two Mercedes stars in the front next to each other. For the prototype GLS, it will have two Mercedes stars little bit more on top of each other. The side mirror is blended out. So it is still under camouflage and that means this is I would say a large facelift.
I'm very curious to what will come because it is still in a very early stage. We are here in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States at the testing area near the dunes. So in a very very very early stage. And I'm very happy that today we will show you the exterior, some minor parts of the interior, and we will take it for a quick drive. And before we do all this, check out the tail lights. And I want to emphasize GLE and GLS are very important for the US market. You know that I previously also owned a GLE and I have to say it is basically checking all the boxes.
It is very practical and beautiful for longd distanceant trips. And this facelift, the second facelift is very promising because the tail lights, they will probably change. It has the Mercedes stars as you can see on both sides. Just a beautiful, very thick curved rear. And what I really love about the GLE are definitely the curves, especially the white shoulders, beautiful tail lights, and it will probably change for the second facelift. You can already see Mercedes store right here. How many exactly, I don't know yet, but it definitely is very promising. And that will take us over to the side again where we see 22in rims.
And we will have a closer look here at the front because the grill might also change. This fully covered up there. We have the warning lights active side. I'm very curious guys to how this GLE will look like probably end of 2026 or maybe start of 2027. So, let's have a quick look at the interior. First thing I notice, of course, has something to do with the design and materials used. Two-tone color and also for the seats. The full screen is covered up. We have the new Mercedes-Benz steering wheel, which we can show there. It has the scroller for the volume and also a physical button over here to change the speed.
This is basically just like in the CLA and the new GLC, cover it up. Then the seats are also covered up. Also for the rear, we have a huge panoramic groove just like in the previous model. And also this remains the same, the handles over here, the second row. And of course, there is a possibility to have a third row. Let's have a look over here. But first, also the rear of the front seats are covered up that we can see the beautiful mountains in the background. Two-tone color for the interior and the seats. Amazing, guys.
There's also a possibility for soft closing doors. Of course, this one doesn't have it, but of course, you can go for this option. So, let's take the GLE for a drive. This is a six-cylinder 3 L petrol engine. And as you can see, everything is still blocked. I can't show you anything. And we are here in Las Vegas, Nevada. We will cross the Death Valley. It's called like that. And we will just test it a little bit just to see how it drives. And I will give you my first impressions. Not about the interior. This is still very confidential.
But what I do love is that we still have the handles over here in the center console. Plus, we have the curve effect because it has the ABC, which is the Eactive body control. So, it actually bounces up and down. So, I will accelerate a little bit to come closer to the GLS facelift. And there we can listen to the sounds. But let me change it into sport mode. You have some dips over here. That sounds very sportive, guys. back into the comfort mode and then over into the curve mode. And with the curve mode, what it does is it actually absorbs the curves just like a motorcycle would turn into the curve and it feels so smooth around winding roads.
Don't be distracted by this tablet over here. This is really because it is still a prototype and being tested here in the dunes. So driving at higher speeds, it is so comfortable, guys. Acoustically, it is on a different level. Very good isolated. And I really love the wood on the steering wheel. And yes, these are the similar buttons to the CLA and new GLC, which means that you can only control probably the gauges in front of you and not anymore the center console via the steering wheel. But we still have the touchpad over here. So we have now a physical scroller for the volume and also a physical button to set the speed.
Amazing. What I also notice is different is the upper part for the Burmester experience. So guys, thanks for watching Merben King. I hope you like the video with the new prototype Facelift 2 GLE and I hope to see you guys next time. Bye-bye.
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