Is AMG’s GLE 53 the Best 7 Seater Daily? Full Review

7 Seat AMG!! Welcome back to RBR and first a huge thanks to Piloti for sponsoring us after years of me wearing their shoes on the channel for no reason but passion!! Check out the newly launched Legacy S Pagani shoes below, and I got you an additional 15% off if you use our code 'RBR15' !!
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So now to one of the most popular #MercedesAMG’s on the channel: the new GLE 53 4matic+ with 7 Seat option! We have never reviewed the 7 Seater GLE, its a pretty great option vs the GLB and GLS in MB’s Line up, and offers more room than the X5 equivalent. We also haven’t driven the UK spec version: it’s a car that doesn’t have the “Dynamic Plus Pack” option that Europe does, with upgraded steering wheel, bigger red brakes and other changes. So it will be interesting to see how this stacks up vs the “top” EU version.
The formula is the typical 53 AMG one, with the in-line 6 turbo AMG Engine with Hybrid EQ boost. We have 435BHP 520nm on tap, with a EQ hybrid boost of a further 22BHP and 250nm: allowing for a 0-60 of 5.2 seconds. We also have a fully variable power in the AMG 4matic+ all wheel drive system.
A big bonus with the GLE 53, is how it really looks like a full 63 version, with the ENTIRETY of the car sharing cues with the flagship GLE63S. To see how much they match, I’ll return to Affalterbach to check out the GLE63S as well as hear the #AMG performance exhaust of that car!! The V8 exhaust vs the Inline 6 is a pretty interesting battle!
But is the 435bhp enough? Is there room for a GLE63S, and is this the best 7 seat AMG? In this review I explore:
- GLE 53 basics
- The GLE 53 vs GLE63S
- Exterior design
- The New GLE63S
- GLE63S Exhaust Sound and revs
- GLE 53 Exhaust sound and revs
- GLE 53 UK Interior
- Full performance review
- Sound of the 53 AMG performance exhaust
- Driving dynamics
- Comfort driving
- Augmented reality navigation
- Conclusion
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[@RemoveBeforeRace]

Behind the scenes facts: Filmed earlier this year in first lockdown, as evidenced by the COVID hair and body. 🤣 I wasn’t in Affalterbach, so big thanks to Ivan Sensei for the footage, check out his channel: kzbin.info

[@kreigerbailey3550]

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[@BenjaminMutuku]

I drove and reviewed the AMG GLE 53 SUV, and Coupé and boy, I loved them! It has a different exhaust sound compared to the AMG GLE 63 S for sure. Drive feel is unlike anything I’ve driven before. Agile, sporty and doesn’t quite feel like an SUV. It’s also the most featured model on my channel. I wonder why.

[@realrockrolla]

You are the reason #remouvebeforerace. After the first review of this GLE53 that you made a awhile ago, I fall in love with this car and ordered it. Now from 3 months I'm proud owner of the same spec AMG GLE 53 but of course with dynamic pack

[@ceojohal2651]

Im waiting on my GLE63s AMG coupe

[@ad03dh]

Seats are super comfortable and head rest too

[@emadmahmood3268]

Cant wait to se a review of the GLE 63s or a comparison with the X5M competition😁

[@emadmahmood3268]

@BritIndian I own an x3m and it has 9ok miles on it and I got it 1 yr ago when it had only 30k, don't know what you're saying

[@ceojohal2651]

I had a bmw 750 li the timing belt snapped at 51,000 km lol

[@DanielSadjadian]

Nice but if you’re going AMG might as well get the 63, that V8 is just something else 🔥

[@kadenjp0024]

Any amg is something else man

[@magnustan841]

Well, some markets would be slaughtered on tax with the emissions and engine displacement of that car, China for instance. So this is would prove more popular. Plus, if I were on the hunt for a GLE AMG, I’d take the 53. The 63 models are more suited to the C, E and S Class models cause they would feel sportier. So the more efficient engine in the 53 would suit the family car nature of the GLE.

[@joeybrooks5625]

@@kadenjp0024 lol no. Everyone has an "AMG" these days.

[@DavidBoy333]

@@magnustan841 Yes AMGs are even building Beijing Benz A35 AMG in China right now. I think it won't be long until all non 63 AMGs are being produced in China to push the sales over there. So in the end the 63s will remain as the true AMGs. 6 cylinder engines are just boring to drive compared to V8s. I have a Panamera 4E and as much as I love the car, I would still be aiming at the GTS models with V8 as my next replacement.

[@magnustan841]

@@DavidBoy333 6-cylinders boring? Are V8s more exciting because of “more cylinders”? Or is it because when you think “V8”, you think cool American muscle cars?

[@Hiltsuk1]

It’s a real shame the UK spec is so limited to the rest of Europe 👎🏻

[@whit9rnat9r]

the UK had an election bout the BREXIT, or not?

[@Hiltsuk1]

@@whit9rnat9r what’s that got to do with it if you want to make money as a business surely you would add the options

[@ahmedbaker2896]

Great presentation on the GLE53, do you know when you might be able to demonstrate GLE 63 S ? When do they come out in the UK?

[@kashifnyc]

60 mph in 4.7 sec is lacking power?😳. Another great review. Waiting for 2023 model release so I can order one.

[@danielgrimes7456]

Great work Raz!

[@adamciampa8697]

Good review and love this engine too, however I suspect it’s not under powered as you said, it’ll be more than enough for most of the people in this category.

[@Sven-op5ig]

7:38 Subtitle shows [Music] when you reving the 63s, THIS IS EXACTLY IT 👌

[@note20ultra37]

The difference when fully specced out is 30k between the two but the massive performance difference really warrants going for the 63. Even if you go light on the options the 63 is a better deal. If the 53 had more HP and s 4.4-4.6 0-100 then it would make more sense to get it

[@erpasa4902]

Good stuff keep it up

[@alekstodo7447]

Thx bro 👌🏼 perfect Review.. but can’t wait any longer 😫 my gle63s will arrive in 5 months :((

[@TheRealBobMarley]

Lol that intro😏🚨Liked

[@b.squared]

i have a 2024 gle 53 as a daily and my work vehicle i love it overall its also my first amg next one 63s

[@diluxe]

Without the dynamic pack I'd rather go for the X5 m50i with more power

[@MrDobbyBazzler]

When you review the GLE63S it would be great to put it alongside and compare the M156 and M157 equipped version of the W164 and W166 63 models

[@atachiuchiha9952]

Raz + fellow car enthusiasts, What is the best [Exhaust Valve Module] for a GLC63 without the perf exhaust + button etc. Any advice would be appreciated :)

[@henryhealy]

"Much larger person" doing Jamie B. dirty 🤣🤣

[@erissitone]

Hi Raz! We ordered one a month ago (it will be my wife's daily car...instead of a RS4 B9 that we HATE) with delivery scheduled for next April / May. I hope the exhaust noise will be the same as you experienced. A big hug from Torino, Italy.

[@magnustan841]

What’s wrong with the RS4?

[@erissitone]

@@magnustan841 Hello there. We went for Audi after 20 years of AMG. What's wrong?Bad braking (fading at high speeds and spongy brake pedal), questionable steering, slow shifting when downshifting, the passenger seat belt, when not fastened, crashes into the pillar (who designed this crap?), The navigation system is prehistoric, voice recognition is painful, the leather of the seats (Nappa) is very strange, the driver's side mat is thick like an onion leaf (after 15,000 km it has almost a hole where I rest my heel). We have never had these problems with AMG. Also, Audi assistance really sucks. Don't get me wrong, the Quattro drive is a thousand times better than the 4Matic, the RS4 has devastating acceleration but, overall, it's not a convincing car. Finally, I must say that it is not pleasant to see a Seat or a Skoda and confuse them with an Audi ...

[@USER01237]

Huge disappointment that theres no option for dynamics package in the UK. especially in the E53 coupe as there isn’t a 63 version available either. 👎

[@33Moretti]

You can get the AMG controls on the steering wheel for the 53 in Austria at least. ;)

[@jeremythepassionate1166]

A great video! Does the AMG Active Ride Control with roll stabilization make the ride quality stiffer or more comfortable in general vs. GLE53 stock suspensions?

[@Jdnicks00]

Yes, it is.

[@note20ultra37]

Way more comfortable night and day. Drove one with active ride and it was more comfortable in sport plus than a car without it in comfort

[@azzeeX]

What cameras do you use for in car footage?

[@HQBProductions]

Very interesting and useful video Raz and I am delighted that you don’t like black interiors either...at last I have a friend! In fact MB U.K. give us a very tired and limited colour range that has been out for seemingly decades! Also...YES..the GLB really is an ugly thing..,,it thought it looked like an old Panzer Troop helmet!!, so an 53 AMG Premium Plus is good but a shame it loses the chassis controls...another U.K. Spec failing. Then you mention the Cayenne GTS.....and I head back to their configurator...hmm...Thank you again!! stay safe.😀😀😀😀

[@TheJmebe]

53 chipped is probably the way to go. Lighter and cheaper to buy/run than the 63, with almost same performance. The augmented sat nav is in my car - it sounds nice but the graphics need to be stronger - difficult to see and sometimes appear a bit too late to be useful. The front facing camera gets washed out in strong sunlight. Small point, but the wipers on the GLE look to be exactly the same as on my car - not strong enough to prevent the wiper blades from shuddering. Small points, but slightly annoying when you’ve just parted with or PCP’d £80k ($110k) or so...

[@georgehugeabutt9947]

i disagree. 429hp to 620hp is a big difference. Also , even though its cheaper to buy , the V8 63 models will hold their value more since they're being discontinued soon./ Sure , you can chip a 53 to make 510hp with ease but you can also say the same with the 63. Also , the 63 has completely different engine characteristics . Im happy mercedes is making a inline 6 engine again but im happier with the v8 bi-turbo.

[@TobiasHenreich]

Perfect introduction of the Piloti Shoes! Loved the intro and the insights on the GLE!

[@waverleyjournalise5757]

As ever you've knocked this review out of the park. Bit of a misnomer of a car though... I would have the 63 for the engine and dynamism, but then I wouldn't because it's a SUV. Much prefer the likes of the E63, hoping there will be a coupe version that comes to sit above the rumoured 4-cylinder 'C63'.

[@pawezarnotal1382]

Just got one. Lovely car but horrible fuel economy. made me miss my e220d 😂

[@michaelikhariale8793]

Someone explain to me why NA has a 580 model which is more powerful than the AMG 53

[@pc-broke8348]

for people who want a merc with a big engine with power but dont need an AMG

[@Wealthylivinglab]

Would you review the gls ?

[@richb5441]

Standardise your intro music volume please! My neighbours must hate me!!!😂

[@OrionAnandB]

You should review the amg gls

[@bernieshotit]

these in the rear view are something else

[@VISDE]

Hi RBR! I have a quick question! does the car you demonstrate in the video have the amg dynamic package? I don't know if there is any different without it

[@VISDE]

i recently purches a 2021 GLE 53 with out the dynamic package so I want to find out if there is any different

[@MochudiSwaagVEVO]

Doesn’t have the dynamic package

[@yiannisevangelou6246]

@@VISDE did you get the night package? Where did you get the car from? Is it the coupe or SUV?

[@milappatel3761]

cant wait to take delivery of a 2021 C63s in B.M.B color

[@TheRockeyAllen]

Revving the 63S just puts a big smile on my face.

[@danI43541]

Looks really nice! The GLE is one my favorite Mercedes. But I’d prefer the new V8 petrol SQ7/SQ8.

[@edgargomes8003]

Alreday loved the brand piloti.always was looking at your feet was not sure if they we're piloti.but I was always right😆😆😆😆

[@alex_erazo]

Can you please review the BMW X3 M40i?

[@zak6734]

i have a gt63s edition 1 can you please do a video where you review it against an m8. i really want to know if my cars faster

[@waverleyjournalise5757]

It loses on the drag strip but thrashes the M8 on ride, handling and the track. Done

[@sergeyzerkin8029]

Bro what is this amazing iwc that you are wearing ?

[@christophhazy8080]

Whats about the GLE580?

[@titagwangazten921]

Did I hear u say “ugly GLB” I love that car the 5 seats. I love tha rear of the GLEs. {Lk the 3 pointed stars} going for the 63

[@realrockrolla]

Hello do someone already put module asr on the flaps of this GLE53???

[@Asif_Malik786]

Whats the price of the Gle 53. Good review 👍

[@Aristocrafied]

What is this circuit place all you youtubers seem to film that looks like open road but isn't?

[@fiercedevil6955]

In the U.S., we get pretty much all the options available and get many features as standard for the GLE 63s. But the base model GLE 63 is not sold here.

[@erissitone]

Hello there. I am Italian, from Torino. We ordered one a month ago with delivery scheduled for next April / May. The Mercedes dealer says that there may be delays due to Covid. Do you have any news on the Mercedes production activity in Tuscaloosa? Could the factory be closed again? Thank you in advance!

[@fiercedevil6955]

@@erissitone Not sure if the factory is closed again...

[@joeybrooks5625]

They should just call it the GLE 500. AMG and M are diluting their brand like no tomorrow.

[@jamisonz3365]

How do you call a 53 doesn't affect how good or how bad a 63s model is. Both AMG and M are growing at a rate so high that they should do a lot to their lineup and to make more normal people recognize their Brand. Enthusiasts will still go for the 63s model no matter there's a 53 or not.

[@SpectraCuts]

@Ross I don’t think Audi have done any of that to be honest, the worst they’ve done is putting diesels in S models

[@joeybrooks5625]

@@jamisonz3365 The issue is that they have become so similar (in terms of looks and design) that people who shell out big bucks for the 'real thing' feel that they are not getting something as exclusive anymore. This effectively lowers the perceived prestige of the AMG or M brand.

[@joeybrooks5625]

@Ross At least the badging is different. Now everyone and their dog claims they drive an "M" or "AMG" car.

[@jamisonz3365]

@Joey Brooks M Power and 'real AMGs' have the unique design drom front, side to rear and a different exhaust note. It's easy for car people to tell the difference. A bad example in this case is Porsche. Even to most car enthusiasts it's still so hard to tell the differences between Entry model, S, GTS and Turbo.(except 911) Compared to Porsche top models lineup, AMG or M is already like a showoff car.

[@iscream1253]

Is this better than x5m comp???

[@psunduzwayo]

Hows the 53 vs 450?🤔🤔

[@007venturecapital]

The fact that we don’t get the dynamic pack with the sport plus button in the U.K. is very annoying...

[@007venturecapital]

I might look for an NZ/Aussie import to the U.K.

[@kreigerbailey3550]

Portland, JAMAICA in the Building !!!!

[@sindbad031]

Does it have sunroof?

[@alarpollu]

Seen how a T-Roc R beats the GLE53 off the line for half the money, I probably wouldnt spend 80k on it

[@sultanalkhusaibi1145]

Does it have air conditione 3rd row

[@ivanvardanyan9]

Why nobody speak about the reduced engine mode and ⛵️ sail cruising mode

[@plutodestroyer12]

yeah that v8 in the 63 would be a heartache to pass up on

[@OrionAnandB]

That's sick

[@99scribbler]

🤢🤢🤢

[@Sebastian_Daniels]

That V8 sounds like a 1980s beat!!!

[@ClaireYunFarronXIII]

Dream car! 😎

[@nikhilnayak5541]

Nice bro

[@stephenparker8221]

Is the new facelift model a good buy?

[@robinhaas2264]

You forgot to put the sound of the 53 beside. The video only has the 63 sound

[@naijadoc1741]

Watch again......carefully

[@OM-cr4ln]

Brabus 500 is interesting

[@5Mexes82]

Only dissapointed that there are so few differences to the 63S.

[@elroz1675]

MotorTrend timed GLE 53 Coupe at 4.7 seconds to 60 mph. I think 5.3 is conservative and for the 100 km/hr.

[@RemoveBeforeRace]

We’ve run it a number of times, never been quicker than 5.3 so far. Weird!

[@elroz1675]

@@RemoveBeforeRace aha, interesting! Motortrend usually does have rather fast numbers for their 0-60 tests. But for me, the overall dynamics are more important. The fastest car I've driven officially did 6.3 to 60 mph, and I loved it. Don't know what 5.3 would feel like, but it is plenty for me.

[@user-um3fx2vk8r]

you're correct. In good conditions with warm tires, this car can easily achieve a 4.7 0-60 which I have in mine. It really just depends what conditions you're accelerating in. Obvoiusly if its rainy and wet out like in this video, its gonna be slower then on a dry road lol.

[@91fAux]

Gle best looking Benz suv rn.

[@stanlee6436]

Does the new gle AMG have wireless Apple CarPlay?

[@naijadoc1741]

No. Only wired CarPlay

[@mohamedelrayan9506]

Time stamps pls

[@meikelinde1623]

Really interested if these cars are still around in in 2049 then they will be 30 years old.

[@user-oy4rz3je8b]

GLE63s coupe please.

[@vajikosilagadze]

Why did they underpower it so much? The Cayenne S gets 440hp...

[@_ytsrtz4l_885]

Amazing

[@vbrooklyn]

Why is no one talking about the terrible 48v battery issue

[@BA-hg1mz]

@removebeforerace hi a bit late but es anyone know what pack this is ? Premium, P+ or exec

[@sophos2302]

this is my car !!! thank you

[@steved2008]

Check out the weather...........its shit 😂😂😂😂😂🇬🇧

[@saidkhonubaydullaev4604]

How much do you have to pay for 3rd row ?????

[@haroldlee6923]

2100 usd as an option in the states, but never mind that charge as compared to the extra 10 to 20k additional markup most all dealerships are up charging currently in most US markets currently

[@firewaffle1]

It's looks just like a GLE 63s! It's ok I would prefer an E63s wagon Lol the start up sounded like a fart😂😂😂 but the revs are no joke But this car is awesome

[@ToBeOrNotToBeThatIsTheQuestion]

The revving crackles sound like someone's knocking on your door

[@Josh2121]

I actually think the 53 looks better than the 63!

[@me_eren_Yeager]

No.!

[@cizzlen07]

Me too

[@Jdnicks00]

This is an AMG, with so small brakes? And worst CarPlay screen layout in this MBUX.

[@siyandamthembu218]

An SUV shouldn’t sound like a hatchback 😢

[@dlbrickerstudio]

BMW X5///M

[@ASD-jb6bh]

If there was a A63 it will have a 2L engine 😂😂😂😂

[@bobhassanster]

Don't swear at the weather you're the sh*t.

[@JESUS_IS_GOD]

Mercedes Benz " The Phuqing Best or Nothing " 🏆🥇🏆🌴🇺🇸🌴

[@callumfreebairn8082]

no way! there are several problems with it

[@taubs1739]

I have to say, the quality and reliability of the GLE is sadly lacking. The MBUX simply doesn’t perform. The ADAS camera’s have design flaws in that condensate obscure the lens The climate control has defective temperature sensors Perhaps worse is simply the lack of customer support from Mercedes. Parts backorder for months Technical support to dealers very lacking. Caveat Emptor.

[@avaslayy]

Is that the experience with the one you own?

[@taubs1739]

@@avaslayy unfortunately it is.

[@jonsalamat1356]

No

[@atvappr]

Those shoes have awful stitching! Hell No!

[@cigarjefe]

Not feeling this pudgy thing.

[@awaischaudhary1162]

Tail lights look too soft.

[@tyronparke5410]

💕

[@santana9537]

Come on Mercedes! This looks so tacky. But it’s really nice compared with the 63 model

[@leemace9638]

Just don’t get SUVs

[@dresser7241]

Audi sq7 is better.