New Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 2020 pricing and spec detailed: Mild-hybrid comes to BMW X5-fighting large SUV bruiser

Mercedes-AMG has released pricing and specification for its first-ever GLE 53 SUV, which combines a punchy twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre inline six-cylinder petrol engine with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system.

Priced at $166,700 before on-road costs, the GLE 53 five-door wagon comes in above the $124,400 GLE 400d, but expect to see the hardcore 63 variant land later this year as the range-topper.

With a total system output of 320kW/520Nm and drive sent to all wheels via a nine-speed automatic transmission, the GLE 53 will accelerate from zero to 100km/h in 5.3 seconds, while the mild-hybrid EQ Boost set-up keeps fuel consumption to 9.4 litres per 100km.

Aside from its potent performance, the GLE 53 also scores a number of AMG goodies such as an active exhaust, performance brakes, Panamericana front grille, adjustable air suspension, steering tune and sports seats.

Standard equipment includes a Burmester sound system, 21-inch wheels, panoramic sunroof, illuminated door sills, wireless smartphone charger, heated front seats, 64-colour ambient lighting and head-up display.

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MBUX technology handles multimedia duties, displayed across a 12.3-inch touchscreen, which sports satellite navigation, digital radio, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto support and voice recognition controls.

Instrumentation is also displayed on a 12.3-inch screen with added AMG-specific graphics and readouts.

As for safety gear, the GLE 53 packs a surround-view monitor, adaptive cruise control, rear cross-traffic alert, autonomous emergency braking, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitoring, lane departure warning, tyre pressure monitoring and traffic sign recognition as standard.

Options include a night a Night Package that adds high-gloss black details, and an AMG Active Ride Control package, which adds active roll stabilisation and variable torque distribution.

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The Coupe version of the GLE 53 is also expected to launch later this year.