All About the New Mercedes-Benz GLC

With bold and dynamic styling the Mercedes-Benz GLC is a great option for those looking for an SUV which does equally well off-road as well as on soft roads. With enhanced safety features and the renowned MBUX infotainment, the MB spared no expense in outfitting the GLC with comfort and luxury. All this is backed by the legendary reputation for quality and reliability one has come to expect from Mercedes Benz this is one vehicle that will not disappoint.

Mercedes-Benz’s foray into the mid-size SUV segment started in 2008, with the GLK. Its exterior design was based on the G Class, the earliest incarnation of all Mercedes-Benz SUVs. In 2015 the brand introduced its successor under the GLC title. The new introduction also impressed with the excellent safety, state-of-the-art electronic assistance systems, energy efficiency, and top-of-the-line dynamics. Since the introduction of the GLK and GLC, Mercedes-Benz has sold more than 2.6 million examples worldwide. The GLC presented now is the third generation, and effortlessly continues the success story.

The GLC design is defined by a full surface design with precise edges on the sides. This helps emphasize proportions and create a balance between elegance and toughness. The sporty, confident appearance is complemented by the wide track and flush wheels in 18 to 20-inch sizes. Several of the wheels available from the factory not only feature a modern design with a high-sheen finish and bicolor surfaces but are also aerodynamically optimized. The two-section rear lights have an interior sporting a 3D look and emphasize the width of the rear end. This too has a chrome under guard, which encases the chrome-look tailpipes. The GLC’s dynamically designed suspension system sports a new four-link suspension at the front and a multi-link independent rear suspension mounted to a subframe. This results in a quality ride with minimal noise, agile handling, and a very engaging driving experience.

Measuring 185.7 inches long, it is 2.4 inches longer and 0.16 inches lower than its predecessor. The vehicle width has remained the same at 74.4 inches. The mild-hybrid engine receives intelligent support in the low rev ranges from an integrated starter-generator (ISG). The engines start very quickly and comfortably with the help of the ISG, smoothly making the transition from “gliding” with the engine stationary to powerful propulsion with engine power. When idling, the intelligent interaction between the ISG and the combustion engine ensures outstandingly smooth running.

The GLC interior screams modern, sporty luxury. The upper section of the clearly laid out dashboard resembles the engine nacelles of an aircraft. The 12.3-inch high-resolution LCD screen in front of the driver floats before the wing profile and trim area. The 11.9-inch central display rises seamlessly from the center console and floats above the trim area. Like the dashboard, the screen surface is slightly angled towards the driver. The SUV is available with a new panoramic sunroof as an optional extra. The lined cross-strut is slimmer than in the previous version, providing an almost uninterrupted view through the larger glass roof area. If required, the panoramic sunroof can be covered with a roller blind. It’s a pleasantly quiet vehicle with a serene sound signature. This was achieved with acoustic optimization of the bodyshell and sophisticated sound insulation.

The new GLC has also been explicitly designed to support off-road driving. The GLC 300 4MATIC®, includes an off-road driving mode and DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation) as standard. In off-road mode, the GLC with a 360-degree camera offers a “transparent hood” where the central display shows a virtual view under the front of the vehicle, including the front wheels and their steering position. This enables the driver to recognize obstacles such as large stones or potholes in their path much earlier. The new off-road screen uses both displays for clearly arranged information, controls, and functions. Among other things, the driver’s display shows inclination, gradient, topographical altitude, geo-coordinates, and a compass, as well as road speed and engine speed when operating with an internal combustion engine. The central display also shows the current position of the SUV in the terrain as well as the steering angle of the front wheels. All the driving functions relevant for off-road operation can be controlled very easily on one screen.

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