The new Mercedes‑Benz GLC goes on sale with prices starting at 57,631.70 euros.
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The completely newly developed model series impresses with modern design and technology, sporty performance and efficiency as well as comfort and agility. All GLC models have an electrified drive system. Whether on- or off-road, the GLC is at home on any terrain. The new rear axle steering also makes it even more agile and dynamic. With all its features and equipment, the new GLC defends its top position in the Mercedes‑Benz passenger car portfolio: it has been the best-selling vehicle for more than two years.
The GLC also sets standards in aerodynamics and aeroacoustics: its minimum drag coefficient in the best aerodynamic configuration is cd = 0.29, which is significantly better than its predecessor (cd = 0.31) – a notable advance for an SUV with a conventional powertrain. Acoustically, the GLC is a pleasantly quiet vehicle with a commanding sound and very low rolling and wind noise. All the acoustic measures jointly contribute to the “welcome home” atmosphere that is a Mercedes‑Benz hallmark.
The new GLC is systematically designed for hybrid drive, and sets standards in efficiency. The engine range has four-cylinder petrol and diesel units combined with an electric motor. The mild hybrid units use a second-generation integrated starter-generator (ISG), while the plug-in hybrids (market launch around December 2022), with a system output of up to 280 kW (381 hp) and a system torque of up to 750 Nm, use a permanently excited 100 kW synchronous machine.
All plug-in hybrids have an electric range of more than 100 kilometres (WLTP). This allows everyday journeys to be covered mostly in all-electric mode. The improved hybrid drive programme provides the electric driving mode for the most appropriate sections of the route. Electric driving is prioritised on journeys in urban areas, for example. But even on rough terrain, the GLC can be driven in all-electric mode upon request thanks to a new off-road programme. ■
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