Mercedes-Benz reveals limited-run GLE 300d Night Edition

Mercedes-Benz is adding to its GLE range by introducing a limited number of Night Edition versions, all based on the diesel GLE 300d 4MATIC.

Aligning with the Night moniker, the car wears a premium black gloss trim on the mirror housings and around the window lines. Black 22-inch wheels complete the theme. Mercedes' adjustable damping AIRMATIC suspension has been implemented to cater for those massive wheels.

Aluminium running boards derived from AMG also are added to the car's exterior, to heighten its presence and provide a more aggressive stance.

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For the interior, the car will feature a panoramic sunroof, head-up display, Mercedes' MBUX infotainment with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, privacy glass, and heated front seats.

An added Mirror Package includes an auto-dipping rear-view mirror, and exterior mirrors that project the Mercedes-Benz logo on the ground as puddle lights.

The Night Edition also features LED headlights with adaptive high-beam assist, a 360-degree camera, and a 'transparent bonnet' feature that provides an aerial view of the environment in front of the vehicle, helping overcome obstacles when off-road or negotiating urban carparks.

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As with the GLE 300d, the Night Edition uses the same 2.0-litre turbo-diesel engine delivering 198kW and 550Nm via Mercedes-Benz's 9G-TRONIC nine-speed automatic. This engine is claimed to deliver a 0-100km/h time of 6.9 seconds, while sipping the tank at 6.6L/100km.

While the exact number of cars produced has not been revealed, the Mercedes-Benz GLE 300d Night Edition is priced at $139,900 before on-road costs.