The Mercedes-Benz GLC is a midsize luxury SUV that slots in between the entry-level GLA and the larger GLE in the German carmaker’s SUV lineup The Mercedes GLC price in India starts at ₹77.00 lakh and goes up ₹77.00 lakh, (ex-showroom). At this price point, it rivals the likes of the BMW X3, Audi Q5, Lexus NX and the Volvo XC60. The GLC is one of Mercedes’ best-selling SUVs in India.
The Mercedes GLC is available with both petrol and diesel engine options in India. The petrol engine is a 2.0-litre unit thar produces 258hp and 400Nm of torque. Meanwhile, the diesel is also a 2.0-litre unit that produces 197hp and 440Nm. Both engines get a mild-hybrid system that give an addition 23hp and 200Nm, and come mated to a 9-speed automatic gearbox. 4Matic all-wheel drive system is standard on the Mercedes GLC.
In terms of features, the India-spec Mercedes GLC comes in a single, fully-loaded Avantgarde trim. It gets a 12.3-inch instrument panel display, and 11.9-inch central touchscreen, wireless Andriod Auto and Apple CarPlay, ‘Hey Mercedes’ digital assistant, 360-degree camera, wireless charger, onboard air purifier, 64-colour ambient lighting, a 15-speaker Burmister sound system, rear sun blinds and a large panoramic sunroof. The front seats get a heating, ventilation and memory function.
In terms of safety features, the GLC comes equipped with 7 airbags, active parking assistant, adaptive high beam assist, TPMS and an ADAS suite with active brake assist, active lane keep assist and blind spot assist.
Mercedes Benz GLC Highlights
- The Mercedes Benz GLC is locally assembled in India at the brands Chakan Plant in Pune.
- The Mercedes GLC has a claimed mileage of 14.72kpl for the petrol engine and 19.47kpl for the diesel engine.
- The GLC has a boot space of 620 litres and fuel tank of 62 litres.
- The GLC has not been tested by Bharat NCAP. However, it has been crash tested by Euro NCAP, where it has secured a full 5-star safety rating.
- The GLC’s length, width and height measurements are 4,716mm, 1,890mm and 1,640mm, respectively. It has a wheelbase of 2,888mm.
- All-wheel drive is standard fitment with both engines on the Mercedes GLC.
- The GLC is available in a single, fully-loaded Avantgarde trim in India.
- Mercedes offers 5 exterior colour options and 3 interior themes to choose from on the GLC.
- As standard, the GLC rides on 19-inch wheels that come wrapped in 235/55 section tyres.
