Mercedes-Benz will keep its coupe SUVs, product chief Starzynski says

Mercedes-Benz will not give up its coupe SUV models. Christoph Starzynski, the brand's Senior Vice President of Product Strategy and Product Management, told Motor1 that the vehicles will remain in the lineup.

Mercedes-Benz currently offers three coupe SUVs and three four-door coupe sedans. Rumors that the brand would discontinue such models had circulated for a long time.

Starzynski on the coupe models

Starzynski said the coupes have a loyal and quite strong fan base. In his view, their generous interior space and sporty driving character appeal to buyers.

The rumors date back to 2024. That year, the German newspaper Handelsblatt reported that the brand could end production of the GLC Coupe and GLE Coupe to simplify its model range.

GLE Coupe returns

A GLC Coupe based on the new-generation GLC platform is not yet confirmed. The 2027 model year Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe, however, is coming back. A wide range will be on sale, from the entry-level GLE 350 up to the high-performance AMG 53 and AMG 63.

Rivals keep selling coupe SUVs

Luxury rivals are not leaving this segment either. Audi keeps the Q5 Sportback and Q8 in its lineup. BMW, Genesis and Porsche also continue to sell coupe versions of their popular SUVs.

Porsche offers a coupe option on almost every version of the Cayenne, including the electric model.