Standard equipment in the Mercedes-AMG GLE63 S includes metallic paintwork, dusk-sensing lights, rain-sensing wipers, power-folding side mirrors with heating, side steps, soft-close doors, roof rails (wagon only), keyless entry, rear privacy glass and a power-operated tailgate.

Inside, push-button start, a panoramic sunroof, satellite navigation with live traffic, digital radio, a 590W Burmester surround-sound system with 13 speakers, a head-up display, a power-adjustable steering column, power-adjustable front seats with heating, cooling and massaging functionality, heated front armrests and outboard rear seats, four-zone climate control, stainless-steel pedals and an auto-dimming rearview mirror feature.

The Mercedes-AMG GLE63 S stands out with its flat-bottom steering wheel with Dinamica microfibre accents, and multi-contour front seats, which are upholstered in Nappa leather alongside the armrests, dashboard and door shoulders and inserts.

The GLE63 S’ black headliner acts as another reminder of its performance focus, and while it makes for a darker cabin, metallic accents feature throughout, while the trim adds some variety alongside the ambient lighting.

The GLE63 S comes with plenty of new technology, including two 12.3-inch displays, with one the central touchscreen and the other a digital instrument cluster.

Both use Mercedes’ MBUX multimedia system and feature Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support.

The Mercedes-AMG GLE63 S is only available as a five-seater, regardless of body-style. As such, both the wagon and coupe have two front multi-contour seats and a three-row rear bench.

The Mercedes-AMG GLE63 S sprints from a standstill to 100km/h in 3.8 seconds, no matter the body-style.