What is it?
The X254 GLC launched in Australia in 2023 as the second generation of the brand's medium luxury SUV, with a top to bottom electrified range. 4Matic AWD is standard, the 300e PHEV leads the segment on EV range, and the AMG 43 and 63 S E Performance flagships push into supercar pace.
The lineup runs from GLC 300 4Matic at $108,500 plus on-roads, through to AMG GLC 63 S E Performance at $200,000 plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 5 years, unlimited km.
Interior and Technology
Class leading 130 km WLTP PHEV range from the GLC 300e, the longest of any rival. 4Matic AWD is standard across the range.
PHEV boot drops to 470 L due to battery packaging. MBUX touchscreen requires more glances than the physical switches it replaced.
Should you buy the GLC?
Reasons to buy
- Class leading 130 km WLTP PHEV range from the GLC 300e, the longest of any rival. 4Matic AWD is standard across the range.
- Warranty: 5 years, unlimited km. EV/PHEV battery: 8 years, 160,000 km.
- 5-star ANCAP (2023), full driver-assist suite.
- 620 L boot, segment-competitive cargo space.
Reasons to wait
- PHEV boot drops to 470 L due to battery packaging. MBUX touchscreen requires more glances than the physical switches it replaced.
- You want a full electric SUV (EQE SUV is the separate path), or your budget tops out below $108,500 plus on-road costs.
- GLC 63 S E Performance is $200,000 plus on-road costs before options, ambitious pricing for a four cylinder PHEV AMG. Test drive the 300e first if PHEV efficiency is the goal.
- Top trim climbs to $200,000 plus on-roads.
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