It is said to be a momentous step up on the GT R Pro and the Black Series’ engine is rumoured to pack more than 690 hp (515 kW).
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In an interview with CarSales, Mercedes-AMG boss Tobias Moers said that their first performance EV will not disappoint.
This SUV sprints to 100 km/h in 3.8 seconds and will top out at a governed 280 km/h.
The GLE53 will make use of a mild-hybrid system which can contribute up to 21 HP (16 kW) and 249 Nm for short periods of time.
The package is called PowerXtra B 35 tuning kit and, as can be expected, turns the standard Merc up to eleven.
Manharts’ distinctive livery, complete with off-centre racing stripes, is finished in yellow this time.
In the car’s crosshairs will likely be Porsche’s 911 GT2 RS, McLaren’s 600LT and the Lamborghini Huracan Performante.
All 275 examples have been sold for around $2,7 million each but not one of the owners has taken delivery, not even remotely close.
This is going to be a very mean-looking Mercedes-AMG when the covers come off, and we can’t wait to see the production model.
South Africa will only be getting the CLA 35 and range-topping CLA 45 S variants so how much will you need to part with to park these little Coupé offerings in your garage?