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The Mercedes-Benz GLC is a compact luxury crossover SUV introduced in 2015 for the 2016 model year that replaces the GLK-Class. According to Mercedes-Benz, it is the SUV equivalent to the C-Class. Although officially considered compact, it is considered mid-size in the US market.
Under the vehicle naming scheme maintained by Mercedes-Benz, SUVs use the base name "GL", followed by the model's placement in Mercedes-Benz hierarchy. The "G" is for Geländewagen (German for off-road vehicle) and alludes to the long-running G-Class. This is followed by the letter "L" that acts as a linkage with the letter "C" to signify that the vehicle is a SUV equivalent to the C-Class.
First generation (X253/C253; 2015)
Like its predecessor, it is assembled at Mercedes-Benz's plant in Bremen, Germany. Since the main GLC production site in Bremen already runs at full capacity, Mercedes-Benz have decided to expand the production capacity by utilizing Valmet Automotiveplant at Uusikaupunki, Finland. The manufacturing of the GLC started in Finland during Q1 of 2017.
The first-generation GLC was available in a five-door body style with seating for five. Mercedes also offers a GLC Coupé, with a sloping rear roof design. In mainland Europe, it is available with three diesel engines, three petrol engines, and a plug-in hybrid. In the United Kingdom, only three diesels and one petrol AMG-model are offered.
Power comes from a choice of 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbocharged petrol (same engine combined with the electric engine in the 350e hybrid) and 2.2-liter 4-cylinder turbo diesel engines in various power stages mated to a 9-speed (7-speed for the 350e hybrid) G-Tronic automatic transmission. 4MATIC all-wheel-drive is standard in some markets and optional in others. The GLC has a track width of 63.9 in (1,623 mm) in front and 63.7 in (1,618 mm) in the rear. Trunk volume is rated at 20.5 cu ft (580 L).
In the German home market, the GLC 250 4MATIC petrol version is joined by GLC 220d 4MATIC and GLC 250d 4MATIC diesel versions along with a plug-in hybrid version called the 350e. In North America, only the GLC 300, GLC 43 AMG and GLC 63 AMG are available.
Facelift
At the 2019 Geneva Motor Show, Mercedes unveiled the refreshed GLC as a 2020 model. New features include an updated MBUX Operating System that can be activated by saying "Hey Mercedes", new engines, a new steering wheel, and a 12.3-inch digital cockpit.
The Coupé-variant was unveiled at 2019 New York International Auto Show.
GLC F-CELL
Daimler tested a fleet of fuel cell-powered GLC models, dubbed GLC F-CELL, which entered production in 2018.[11] It features both fuel cells and a battery drive which can be charged externally. Apart from electricity, it also runs on pure hydrogen.
Second generation (X254; 2022)
The second generation GLC was unveiled in June 2022. Similarly to the W206 C-Class, all models will be equipped with four-cylinder engines with MHEV tech. For those looking for better economy, there's also three PHEVs to choose from. The X254 GLC is also larger than its predecessor.
Engine and performance
A 255-hp turbocharged four-cylinder mated a nine-speed automatic transmission is the GLC300's standard powertrain. Rear-wheel drive is the default setup but all-wheel drive—called 4Matic—is optional. The GLC300 4Matic, according to Motor Trend, drove in Germany and had mostly responsive acceleration and well-behaved transmission behavior. The GLC lacks the driving verve of the Porsche Macan and other sportier rivals—see the AMG-tuned versions for maximum engagement—but the GLC300 delivers a smooth and quiet ride. The all-wheel-drive version as tested posted a brisk trip to 60 mph in 5.4 seconds. Its all-season in the test tires provided a respectable 0.87 g of cornering grip, and contributed to the compact ute's 172-foot stop from 70 mph. These results were close to the X3 xDrive30i that was compared it against.
Interior
The GLC interior delivers attractive materials, luxurious build quality, and unique passenger accommodations. Mercedes also stocks the GLC with luxurious standard equipment that includes dual-zone climate control and power-adjustable front seats with heated cushions. The SUV also can be upgraded with leather surfaces, head-up display, heated rear seats, ventilated front seats, and more. The GLC nas limited interior cubby storage and cargo capacity, which measures 19 cubic feet behind the rear seats and 57 cubes with the back seats folded. Each of those volumes are smaller than the X3, which offers 29 and 63 cubes, respectively. However, you can fit about eight carry-on suitcases behind the back seat of both.
Mercedes gives every GLC a infotainment system that benefits from a variety of control inputs and contemporary features. The standard 10.25-inch touchscreen supports the company's MBUX software that responds to voice commands. The system also can be operated by touch-sensitive controls on the steering wheel or a mostly intuitive touchpad on the center console. While Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability are standard, the fanciest audio system and wireless charging cost extra.
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