2015-2022 GLC-Class OverviewMercedes GLC-Class Overview (2015 - 2022)
C253 / X253
Tech Specs Summary
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- 127 - 174 mph
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- 3.8 - 8.9 seconds
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- 160 - 503 hp
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- 18.4 - 94.1 mpg
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- 3,825 - 4,497 lbs
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- 12.4 - 56.5 ft3
This generation of the Mercedes GLC-Class (C253 / X253) was produced by the German manufacturer Mercedes between 2015 - 2022. It's a front engined all-wheel drive SUV and came in 2 body styles, for example the GLC 300 e 4MATIC and GLC Coupé 300 e 4MATIC. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 160 hp 2.1 L Inline 4 Bi-Turbo diesel engine all the way to a 503 hp 4 L V8 Bi-Turbo gasoline engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the GLC-Class is the Mercedes AMG GLC Coupé 63 S 4MATIC+ which scores 3.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 503 hp and a power/weight ratio of 8.91 lb/hp it has a top speed of 174 mph and gets to 62 mph in 3.8 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Mercedes GLC 350 e 4MATIC is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 1,242 miles and can store 17.8-56.5 cubic feet of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 1,653 lbs and a braked towing capacity of 4,409 lbs.
Euro NCAP Results
