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Prices are up on the Mercedes-Benz GLC, which is now approaching the end of its life. A new model is coming soon

There’s a new Mercedes-Benz GLC just around the corner, but the current model still has some life left in it.

As has been the case since the facelifted model’s launch in 2019, the range is petrol-only and offers a choice of SUV and Coupe body styles. There are also AMG 43 and AMG 63 S performance versions on offer.

The GLC goes head-to-head with the BMW X3, Audi Q5, and Lexus NX in one of the luxury market’s most popular segments.

To the end of May 2022, the GLC wagon and coupe range has outsold all its rivals with 2513 deliveries reported in VFACTS.

All prices exclude on-road costs

Power in the GLC200 comes from a 2.0-litre turbo four making 145kW and 320Nm. Drive is sent to the rear wheels exclusively through a nine-speed automatic.

Moving to the GLC300 4Matic keeps the same displacement but ups outputs to 190kW and 370Nm. Being a 4Matic model, drive is sent to all four wheels via a nine-speed auto.

The GLC300e 4Matic plug-in hybrid combines a 2.0-litre turbo with an electric motor and 13.5kWh lithium-ion battery.

Outputs for the petrol engine are 155kW and 350Nm, essentially the same tune as the old GLC250. The electric motor offers an extra 90kW/440Nm, for system outputs of 235kW and 700Nm.

Drive again is sent to all four wheels via a nine-speed auto, with 0-100 claimed to take 5.7 seconds and EV range quoted at 43 kilometres (WLTP) on the combined cycle.

Further up the range is the AMG GLC43 4Matic, which swaps in a 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 with 287kW and 520Nm. A nine-speed auto drives all four wheels.

Finally, the AMG GLC63 S gets the company’s famous 4.0-litre bi-turbo V8, pumping out a meaty 375kW and 700Nm. A nine-speed auto drives all four wheels.

Combined fuel economy figures by variant are as follows:

All models require 98 RON premium unleaded fuel, and all engine variants feature idle stop/start technology as standard.

Fuel tanks across the line-up are 66 litres, except for the GLC300 e which has a 50L tank.

The GLC SUV measures 4658mm long, 1890mm wide and 1644mm tall, with a 2873mm wheelbase.

The GLC Coupe is slightly longer at 4731mm, and shorter at 1600mm tall. Otherwise, its width and wheelbase are identical to the SUV.

In terms of luggage space, GLC SUV models offer 550L (VDA), though the GLC300 e is less at 395L due to the battery being mounted under the boot floor. GLC Coupe models offer 500L across the board.

Kerb weight varies from 1790kg (GLC200) to 2025kg (AMG GLC63 S).

All variants of the Mercedes-Benz GLC wear a five-star ANCAP safety rating based on tests conducted by Euro NCAP in 2015.

The GLC managed 95 per cent for adult occupant protection criteria, 89 per cent for child occupant protection, 82 per cent for pedestrian protection and 71 per cent for safety assist. These scores are based on older criteria.

From the base GLC200, all models feature:

Optional on the GLC200 and standard on the GLC300 4Matic and up is the Driver Assistance Package which adds:

The GLC range is covered by Mercedes-Benz Australia’s five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty.

Servicing for Benz and AMG 43 models is required every 12 months or 25,000km – whichever comes first.

The AMG 63 range shortens distance intervals to 20,000km.

Three- to five-year service packages are available, costing $2150 and $4560 for the GLC, $2250/$4600 for the AMG GLC43, and $4050/$6850 for the AMG GLC63 S.

AMG GLC63 S 4Matic+ adds:

There’s a vast range of single-item options and option packages available, with specific pricing and contents depending on variant.

For the full options list, check the Mercedes-Benz website or speak with your preferred dealer.

Scott Collie is an automotive journalist based in Melbourne, Australia. Scott studied journalism at RMIT University and, after a lifelong obsession with everything automotive, started covering the car industry shortly afterwards. He has a passion for travel, and is an avid Melbourne Demons supporter.

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