Base GLC 300 4dr 4x2
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300
Pros: Surprisingly sharp handling; luxurious materials and lighting; better-than-average cargo space; smooth and powerful engine Cons: Busy ride; annoying touch controls; tight front seating; no plug-in hybrid The Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class was a wildly impressive compact SUV when it was first introduced, and continued to be a class leader throughout its first generation on the strength of its refined driving experience and lovely interior. The second-generation GLC, introduced last year for the SUV and this year for the Coupe model, largely carries on where its not-terribly-different predecessor left off. Really, the key upgrade is a much larger and more useful cargo area along with the latest Benz infotainment tech. The trouble with the GLC is simply that competitors have managed to catch up with it, while it’s taken only small steps to move the game forward. The generation has also picked up some bad habits in the form of annoying touch-sensitive controls on the steering wheel and a ride that’s surprisingly busy and, quite frankly, too sporty for the expectations of most shoppers in this segment. Yes, its handling is terrific, but how many would-be GLC 300 buyers intend to routinely attack a mountain road? Now, if you do, this year’s re-introduced, second-generation GLC AMG models should be just what you’re looking for. We haven’t had a chance to test them yet, but the GLC 63 S E Performance in particular sounds absolutely bonkers with its hybrid-juiced turbo-four putting out 671 horsepower and 752 lb-ft of torque. To say that’ll stand out in the segment is an understatement. And while the volume-selling GLC 300 may not stand out as it once did, with the Genesis GV60 and Volvo XC60 being among our other favorites, it’s still a top performer and worth checking out. Interior & Technology | Passenger & Cargo Space | Performance & Fuel Economy What it's like to drive | Pricing & Trim Levels | Crash Ratings & Safety Features What's new for 2024? After being completely redesigned last year, the GLC 300 SUV carries over unchanged. The GLC Coupe, however, gets its redesign this year and it not surprisingly gets its SUV sibling’s many changes along with its own signature body style. You can read about it here in our 2024 GLC Coupe first drive review. Both body styles also get a new AMG GLC 43 high-performance variant, while the SUV gets a range-topping GLC 63 S E Performance. The Coupe’s version of that arrives next year. What are the GLC interior and in-car technology like? Step into the GLC and you'll be immediately impressed by how much it takes from high-end Mercedes models such as the S-Class. The 11.9-inch touchscreen in particular is eye-catching thanks to its crisp, vibrant graphics. It's matched by a 12.3-inch instrument screen with similarly elaborate visuals and a selection of designs. The rest of the dash and interior are covered in high-end materials such as real wood and metal. Customizable 64-color ambient lighting keeps things looking exciting even when it's dark (and trust …
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Pros: Surprisingly sharp handling; luxurious materials and lighting; better-than-average cargo space; smooth and powerful engine Cons: Busy ride; annoying touch controls; tight front seating; no plug-in hybrid The Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class was a wildly impressive compact SUV when it was first introduced, and continued to be a class leader throughout its first generation on the strength of its refined driving experience and lovely interior. The second-generation GLC, introduced last year for the SUV and this year for the Coupe model, largely carries on where its not-terribly-different predecessor left off. Really, the key upgrade is a much larger and more useful cargo area along with the latest Benz infotainment tech. The trouble with the GLC is simply that competitors have managed to catch up with it, while it’s taken only small steps to move the game forward. The generation has also picked up some bad habits in the form of annoying touch-sensitive controls on the steering wheel and a ride that’s surprisingly busy and, quite frankly, too sporty for the expectations of most shoppers in this segment. Yes, its handling is terrific, but how many would-be GLC 300 buyers intend to routinely attack a mountain road? Now, if you do, this year’s re-introduced, second-generation GLC AMG models should be just what you’re looking for. We haven’t had a chance to test them yet, but the GLC 63 S E Performance in particular sounds absolutely bonkers with its hybrid-juiced turbo-four putting out 671 horsepower and 752 lb-ft of torque. To say that’ll stand out in the segment is an understatement. And while the volume-selling GLC 300 may not stand out as it once did, with the Genesis GV60 and Volvo XC60 being among our other favorites, it’s still a top performer and worth checking out. Interior & Technology | Passenger & Cargo Space | Performance & Fuel Economy What it's like to drive | Pricing & Trim Levels | Crash Ratings & Safety Features What's new for 2024? After being completely redesigned last year, the GLC 300 SUV carries over unchanged. The GLC Coupe, however, gets its redesign this year and it not surprisingly gets its SUV sibling’s many changes along with its own signature body style. You can read about it here in our 2024 GLC Coupe first drive review. Both body styles also get a new AMG GLC 43 high-performance variant, while the SUV gets a range-topping GLC 63 S E Performance. The Coupe’s version of that arrives next year. What are the GLC interior and in-car technology like? Step into the GLC and you'll be immediately impressed by how much it takes from high-end Mercedes models such as the S-Class. The 11.9-inch touchscreen in particular is eye-catching thanks to its crisp, vibrant graphics. It's matched by a 12.3-inch instrument screen with similarly elaborate visuals and a selection of designs. The rest of the dash and interior are covered in high-end materials such as real wood and metal. Customizable 64-color ambient lighting keeps things looking exciting even when it's dark (and trust …
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$47,450
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| Engine | I-4 |
| MPG | 26 City / 33 Hwy |
| Seating | 5 Passengers |
| Transmission | 9-spd auto w/OD |
| Power | 255 @ 5800 rpm |
| Drivetrain | rear-wheel |
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