Mercedes GLC

mercedes glc 2019

From 51.400 euros
  • Bodywork suv
  • Puertas 5
  • Plazas 5
  • Power 163 - 510 hp
  • Consumer goods 5,9 - 13l/100km
  • Trunk 550 liters
  • Assessment 4,5

History Mercedes GLC It started years ago, in the middle of 2008. The first years of the new century began to show that SUVs would quickly dominate the market, and all brands began to release their first units, including Mercedes, which in that year put its first compact SUV on sale.

What happens is that model they decided to call it Mercedes GLK, where the K stands for Kompaktclasse. This model barely survived a generation, because in 2015 it underwent a radical change that introduced a new design philosophy and a new name. It is since then that we speak of the GLC, where the C only means the range to which the model belongs, in this case as the Mercedes C-Class.

Be that as it may, the point is that such a radical change has made the German SUV wonderful. Since 2015 it has become one of the firm's best-selling models. To keep you fresh and attractive to buyers, in 2019 a small facelift is introduced. A mid-life update that ends in the summer of 2022 following the release of a new generation of the Mercedes GLC.

Technical characteristics of the Mercedes GLC

Mercedes Benz GLC 2019

As we have already mentioned, the Mercedes GLC is located within the same family as the C-Class. Both share the platform, and in turn it is the same one that is used in other models of the house such as the Mercedes EQC. But in this case it has undergone minor modifications to adapt to its status as an SUV. That implies a change in external measures.

The GLC belongs to the D-SUV segment as its dimensions show. 4,66 meters long, 1,89 meters wide and 1,64 meters high. To these dimensions must be added a wheelbase of 2,87 meters. Battle more than enough for five passengers to fit inside with some comfort. The Mercedes GLC cannot have two additional seats, in that case you will have to go to a Mercedes GLB.

Regarding its cargo volume, according to official data, the minimum boot capacity is 550 liters, expandable to 1.600 liters when the second row of seats is folded down. Finally, we must add some very discreet off-road dimensions that do not allow you to venture into the field with complete peace of mind. 19,9 degrees of entry angle, 14,1 degrees of departure angle and 12,1 degrees of breakover angle.

Mechanical range and gearboxes of the Mercedes GLC

Mercedes Benz GLC 2019

When it comes to mobilizing the GLC, Mercedes has opted for an offer that includes blocks of four or six cylinders in line and a V8. The range is made up of three diesel versions, five gasoline versions and two plug-in hybrids, one diesel and one gasoline.. The GLC 300 e 4MATIC enjoys a combined power of 320 horsepower and an electric range of 50 kilometres. The 300MATIC GLC 4 has 306 horsepower and 45 kilometers of 100% electric autonomy. Both are certified with the DGT CERO label.

The branch of diesel engines offers in its access level, the GLC 200 d 4MATIC, 163 horsepower and an approved average consumption of 5,9 litres. The next to be offered is the 220 horsepower GLC 4 d 194MATIC, and finally the GLC 300 d 4MATIC 245 hp and combined consumption of 6,4 liters per 100 kilometers travelled. All units come standard with all-wheel drive and a 9G-TRONIC nine-speed automatic gearbox.

The portfolio of gasoline mechanics is more varied. access units, the GLA 200 4MATIC with 197 hp and the GLA 300 4MATIC with 258 hp, benefit from a low hybridization MHEV system with which they manage to certify the ECO label of the DGT. The most radical of the range is the Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S 4MATIC+ that raises performance to 510 horsepower. All units come with all-wheel drive and a nine-speed automatic gearbox.

Equipment of the Mercedes GLC

Mercedes Benz GLC 2019

From the inside, the Mercedes GLC is shown as a quality and well-equipped SUV. Thanks to well-chosen materials and a careful assembly process, the perceived quality sensation is high.. All passengers will enjoy the premium experience, although it is the front occupants who will enjoy more comfort. In the 2019 renewal, small improvements are introduced, mainly in technology and systems.

Despite not being an excessively long-lived model, Mercedes currently has a different interior format than the GLC. The range is structured in several packages or lines of design and equipment: Basic. Exclusive, AMG Line and Off-Road Line. At each step we take on that scale, we not only improve the technological load, we also modify the external appearance of the model, going from base or elegant finishes to more country or sporty ones.

As far as equipment is concerned, the GLC can enjoy many systems, but not as many as more updated models, such as the Mercedes S-Class. Despite this, it is worth noting the presence of: digital instrument panel, MBUX system with 10,25-inch touch panel, keyless entry and start, sunroof, LED matrix headlights, 360-degree camera, connectivity for mobile devices and a wide range of driving aids and safety elements.

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The Mercedes GLC according to Euro NCAP

In 2015, the independent safety body Euro NCAP tested the safety of the GLC in its usual crash tests. After completing all the exercises, the Mercedes GLC got five stars for safety, the highest possible score. It showed high safety indices in protection of adult and child passengers, 95 and 89 out of 100 respectively, optimal pedestrian protection, 82 out of 100, and correct assessment of driving assistants, 71 out of 100. These values ​​remain valid in the edition of 2019.

The Mercedes GLC of Km 0 and Second hand

Despite not having been on sale for many years, let us remember that since 2015, the Mercedes GLC has a high number of units available in secondary sales channels. In these years it has earned a well-deserved fame in terms of quality, behavior and durability. The high prices of new units make used units more attractive. That is why we observe a low depreciation percentage, very similar to that of its closest rivals.

If we take a look at the second hand market we see how the cheapest units for sale date from 2016 and 2017. Prices start at around 23 or 24 thousand euros for diesel units with more than 180.000 kilometers. The Km 0 market is also less popular, and all the units for sale are after the restyling of 2019. In this case, we see how the prices become considerably higher, always above 50.000 euros.

Rivals of the Mercedes GLC

Mercedes Benz GLC 2019

The Mercedes GLC is a model belonging to the SUV-D segment, and within that market niche its rivals are found within the premium category. That means that he has to stand up to a select list of models. Undoubtedly the most outstanding: Listen Q5, Alfa Romeo Stelvio, BMW X3, Land Rover Discovery Sport, Lexus NX y Volvo XC60. We could also add Porsche Macan, although in that case we go to a higher rank in price and performance.

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Mercedes-Benz GLC prices

It is the turn of prices, and this is where it is shown that the GLC is considered a premium model. The starting price of the Mercedes GLC is 51.400 euros, without offers or promotions. That value corresponds to a 200 horsepower GLC 4 d 163MATIC unit with automatic transmission and base finish. The gasoline mechanics start at 53.600 euros for the 200-horsepower GLC 4 197MATIC. The most expensive of the family is the Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 s 4MATIC+ with 510 horsepower with a starting price of 124.800 euros.

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