Mercedes-Benz GLC, a Mid-Size SUV Combining Advanced Driving Performance and Rugged Exterior

Mercedes-Benz 'GLC Family'

The New GLC Coupe (Photo by Mercedes-Benz Korea)

[Asia Economy Reporter Woo Su-yeon] The Mercedes-Benz GLC family continues its reputation as the best-selling imported sports utility vehicle (SUV) by recording sales of 1,400 units just over two months after the launch of its facelifted model.

The GLC 300 4MATIC and GLC 300 4MATIC Coupe models, officially launched in the domestic market last January, sold 582 and 818 units respectively by February. Combined, the GLC family’s domestic sales total 1,400 units, making it the highest-selling imported SUV in Korea this year.

The new GLC and GLC Coupe are mid-size SUVs equipped with Mercedes-Benz’s next-generation infotainment system MBUX and advanced driving assistance systems, offering enhanced convenience, sporty driving performance, a robust exterior, and a luxurious interior. The domestic launch prices for the GLC and GLC Coupe are 70.8 million KRW and 75.1 million KRW respectively, including VAT.

The GLC emphasizes a sporty design with chrome trim applied from front to rear, featuring distinct lines and muscular surface treatments that create a dynamic and strong impression. The GLC Coupe showcases a more stylish exterior by highlighting the coupe’s unique sensuous and fluid lines. Both models apply the high-performance AMG Line exterior and interior packages across the entire lineup to further emphasize the sporty feel.

The engine is an inline 4-cylinder M264 turbocharged gasoline engine. This engine delivers powerful performance with a maximum output of 258 horsepower and peak torque of 37.7 kgf·m, while reducing carbon dioxide emissions and improving fuel efficiency. The combined fuel efficiency is 9.8 km/l for the GLC and 9.7 km/l for the GLC Coupe.