Mercedes’ athletic GLC nameplate returns in a 2024 generation guise showcasing an electrified four-cylinder power plant and muscular frame. Here’s all you need to know about the 2024 Mercedes GLC Coupe.
The latest model year lineup of the GLC nameplate features three distinct hybrid variants namely: the GLC 300e 4MATIC (petrol); GLC 400e 4MATIC (petrol) and a diesel-powered GLC 300de 4MATIC. Each model is powered by an electrified 2,0-litre four-cylinder capable of 150kW, 185kW and 145 kW respectively. All three models claim to have an all-electric driving range of roughly 119 km to 130km.
Standing slightly taller and having grown a few mm compared to its latest iteration, the GLC Coupe is positioned as an ever-ready utilitarian luxury SUV endowed with sultry on-road manners and a tolerance for off-roading. The exterior is punctuated by aesthetic elements such as the broad wheel arches housing 18-inch wheels (19-inch and 20-inch wheels are an option for the AMG line), a seamless headlight and a grille array aiding the aggressive appearance. Two-part trial lights serve to contour and accentuate the exterior which is added by black and red-coloured aesthetic elements, which are curtailed by the chrome under-guard.
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The interior is akin to the sultry exterior. Featuring many commonalities found across different Mercedes lineups. The GLC’s interior is punctuated by a central portrait-oriented touchscreen display which utilizes the latest MBUX software, avant-garde seat and door design and a sweeping segmented horizontal dashboard. Although bearing a macho front, the deriving experience is claimed to be even more serene compared to the previous model.
The skeleton of the latest GLC has been specially designed to provide a highly rigid passenger cell, improved crash deformation zone and improved passenger protection/restraint features. The suspension components materialise in this generation as a four-link front suspension element complimented by a multi-link rear suspension system. All hybrid models are equipped with air suspension and level control, which aid in the refined ride.
Availability and a South African arrival is yet to be announced.
