Mercedes-Benz of Scottsdale https://www.mbscottsdale.com proudly presents this review of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 which isn't just another premium midsize SUV/crossover. It's a gateway to the future of this entire class of vehicle. This outstanding example of a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE 450 is offered by Mercedes-Benz of Scottsdale. This SUV gives you versatility, style and comfort all in one vehicle. You appreciate the finer things in life, the vehicle you drive should not be the exception. Style, performance, sophistication is in a class of its own with this stunning Mercedes Benz GLE. Enjoy safety and stability with this all-wheel drive vehicle and drive with confidence in any condition. You've found the one you've been looking for. Your dream car.

From the use of ultra high-strength steel in its body shell, to a suspension where each shock absorber has its own electric motor, to a voice-controlled infotainment system that springs into action at the mere mention of a name, this all-new generation of GLE is fascinating.

To use its full title, the 2020 GLE450 SUV now leaves behind every vestige of the old M-Class that was the original badge of the previous generation.

One of several remarkable developments in the new GLE is the availability of a third seating row. This is a first for a midsize SUV/crossover wearing a 3-pointed star. As for the other developments, read on.

The GLE 350 4Matic is propelled by a turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine generating 255 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. This goes to all four wheels through a 9-speed automatic transmission. Power levels are adequate, any lower and there might be some justification to gripe about the engine not being quite up to the task. The new 2020 GLE endeavors to keep weight in check, but a midsize SUV/crossover is never going to be a light vehicle.

The engine in the GLE 450 4Matic therefore makes a better choice if the budget allows. Now we're looking at a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six delivering 362 hp and 396 lb-ft of torque. But there's an added twist. This engine is enhanced by a 48-volt electrical system that provides a temporary boost of up to 21 hp. It performs another function as well, which we'll get to in a moment.

This is an optional feature, and not an inexpensive one, either. But if some buyers don't want to indulge themselves to that degree, the standard suspension on both the 350 and 450 is still supple, well-controlled and completely appropriate for a luxury vehicle (the GLE Coupe is expected to have a firmer, sportier suspension).

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Apple has Siri, Amazon has Alexa and Mercedes-Benz has MBUX (Mercedes-Benz User Experience) as standard. An occupant only has to say, "Hey, Mercedes" and the system will activate and await an instruction, like "find the nearest Starbucks" or "call home." During our test, we found that just saying the word "Mercedes" was sufficient to stir this digital assistant from its slumbers. This became slightly irritating when conversation turned to the make of vehicle we were driving. A quick utterance of "Cancel" was enough to make the MBUX system stand down. Gesture control is available as an option.

The navigation system can be enhanced by Augmented Reality, showing the upcoming junction and superimposing the desired route. "Seat Kinetics" is another option that subtly moves the front seats' cushions to prolong comfort over an extended drive and help combat fatigue.

Two large 12.3-in digital displays -- one for driver information, the other for the infotainment system -- are standard. So is Apple CarPlay/Android Auto smartphone integration, LED headlights and taillights, Car-to-X communication (ready for when vehicles and their surrounding infrastructure can "talk" between themselves) and five USB ports.

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