History of the C167

Mercedes-Benz introduced the GLE Coupe variant to capture buyers seeking SUV versatility wrapped in dramatic coupe styling.

Development began in 2018 as a direct response to competitive pressure from the BMW X6 and Porsche Cayenne Coupe in the luxury performance segment.

The C167 GLE Coupe debuted at the 2019 Frankfurt Motor Show with production commencing in early 2020 at the Tuscaloosa, Alabama manufacturing facility.

Production continues through the present with multiple powertrain and trim updates maintaining market relevance against evolving competitor offerings.

• 2020Introduction
• 2024Mid-cycle refresh announced