2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE SUV interior sketches reveal massive dashboard displays

Mercedes Benz has revealed interior sketches of the next-gen Mercedes-Benz GLE SUV which is set to make its debut later this year during the Paris motor show. [caption id=“attachment_4695701” align=“alignnone” width=“1280”] Mercedes-Benz GLE SUV.[/caption] As shown in the design sketches, the new Mercedes-Benz GLE SUV will sport twin digital displays for the instruments and infotainment functions, both housed in a single panel similar to the latest Mercedes-Benz A-class. Like most new Mercedes-Benz cars, the digital panel is placed on the dashboard in a manner that creates a floating look. [caption id=“attachment_4695371” align=“alignnone” width=“1280”] Mercedes-Benz sketch of upcoming GLE SUV.[/caption] There is also a new multi-function steering wheel featuring 18 controls which includes changing different modes in the instrument cluster and two touch-sensitive pads on the spokes within the steering wheel, as well as a larger touchpad within the centre console that replaces the rotary dial used in the outgoing GLE. The instruments and infotainment system operates via a new MBUX (Mercedes Benz User Experience) interface that supports speech recognition and information via the Mercedes Me app, According to Paultan. [caption id=“attachment_4695421” align=“alignnone” width=“1280”] Mercedes-Benz sketch of the upcoming GLE SUV.[/caption] The design sketch also shows that the BMW X5 rival will have square air-con vents and two prominent grab handles on the centre console. [caption id=“attachment_4695441” align=“alignnone” width=“1280”] Mercedes-Benz sketch.[/caption] As for the exterior, We believe that the new Mercedes-Benz GLE SUV will have a sleeker look with sharper headlamps with full LED technology and A-Class like taillights. [caption id=“attachment_4695451” align=“alignnone” width=“1280”] Mercedes-Benz GLE SUV interior sketch.[/caption] The existing GLE can trace its roots back to 2012, when it was launched as the third-gen M-Class. A 2015 facelift refreshed the looks and introduced the GLE badge, bringing it into Mercedes-Benz updated naming structure. The ageing current GLE SUV plays an important role in the brand and we expect the new one to do the same.