The all-new Mercedes-Benz GLC Electric brings together the latest technology, safety and design thinking, while offering buyers a choice, as the current combustion-powered GLC remains available alongside the new all-electric model.
Dedicated EV Architecture.
The new GLC Electric may share a name with the existing GLC SUV and have a somewhat similar appearance, but the GLC Electric is based on the same new, dedicated EV architecture as the latest C-Class Electric. Shared technology includes an 800-volt electrical system for ultra-rapid charging capability, with a 10% - 80% charge possible in 22 minutes and, according to Mercedes-Benz, the capacity to add over 300km range in around 10 minutes.
Distinctive Exterior.
The new GLC Electric offers a distinctive presence with its signature EQ front design – featuring the iconic Mercedes-Benz grille, optionally illuminated to create a captivating glow around the panel and star. The grille is especially eye-catching at night, with animations when opening and closing the vehicle. The GLC Electric’s sculpted wheel arches and LED tail lights - in the unmistakable star design - give the 5-seat SUV a confident and modern identity.
MBUX Hyperscreen.
The most eye-catching highlight in the new GLC Electric’s cabin is the new MBUX Hyperscreen – a seamless 56-inch continuous curved glass surface spanning the entire width of the dashboard. The Hyperscreen combines three screens in one – a 12.3-inch driver instrument cluster, a large 17.7-inch central OLED touchscreen, and a 12.3-inch passenger display. An expansive fixed panoramic roof maximises headroom and fills the cabin with natural light, offering a spacious, airy feel.
Car on Review.
My Mercedes-Benz GLC 400 4MATIC Avantgarde Plus review car looked amazing in its Plain Black solid paintwork (a no-cost option), and upgraded 20-inch 5-spoke light-alloy wheels. The GLC 400 4MATIC comes with two electric motors – one at each axle – for all-wheel drivability, while a large 94kWh battery delivers a WLTP range of up to 664km. The dual electric motors produce 483bhp and a substantial 800Nm of instant torque, delivering a 0-100km/h sprint time of just 4.3-seconds. The standard 2-speed automatic transmission offers a shorter ratio for spirited acceleration and a longer ratio for cruising efficiency, providing a meaningful real-world advantage over rivals relying on fixed-ratio single-speed systems. The car is supremely refined, even at motorway speeds, and its highly comfortable ride quality and effortless performance are qualities that provide a sense of occasion on every journey. It is, in one word, exceptional.
Price.
Pricing starts from €72,085 for the GLC 250, with my review car specification priced from €79,615.
