Mercedes Defends the Coupe SUV Formula
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Mercedes isn’t ready to abandon coupe SUVs, despite years of debate over their practicality. Christoph Starzynski, the brand’s product-strategy chief, says demand remains strong, with buyers attracted to the mix of interior room and sporty character.
The company’s confidence comes as the 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe returns, following 2024 reports that it might be dropped during a model-range overhaul.
The concept still divides drivers. A sharply sloping roof sacrifices some cargo capacity, but not every buyer needs maximum storage. And let’s be honest: people don’t choose cars based on practicality alone.
Still, does a sportier silhouette justify losing useful space? Can a taller vehicle really deliver the appeal its design promises?
Mercedes believes enough customers answer yes. The real question is whether you’d make the same compromise.
