Overview
Getting there on time is as easy as leaving early, but arriving in style is where the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe blossoms. This is the more dramatic presentation of the square-back GLC SUV, reviewed separately, but the two SUVs share their guts and luxury appointments and are smitten with standard features such as heated seats, wireless smartphone charging, a great sound system, and a panoramic sunroof. The GLC Coupe uses a 255-hp turbocharged four-cylinder engine with an overboost function that punches out an additional 23 horsepower for short periods. All-wheel drive and a nine-speed automatic transmission are also standard. Interior commands are controlled by a massive infotainment display, which is only somewhat outdone by the large gauge cluster behind the GLC’s thick steering wheel. The interior is finely stitched and adorned with enough LED ambient lighting to turn the cockpit into a Miami nightclub. While the GLC Coupe’s style comes at the sacrifice of cargo space versus its more SUV-esque sibling, there’s no arguing which one will make you look cooler behind the wheel.
What’s New for 2024?
The GLC Coupe is all-new for 2024 with fresh duds and more horsepower from a 48-volt hybridized powertrain. Its suspension has been updated to increase the GLC Coupe’s agility and even the standard panoramic sunroof has grown for the new model year.
Pricing and Which One to Buy
The GLC300 is rich with standard amenities. Every GLC has LED headlights and taillights, a plush interior, and a wide array of driver-assistance features. For 2024, Mercedes-Benz has included the previously optional AMG Line package as standard equipment. That adds wireless smartphone charging, heated seats, and a Burmester 3D Surround system.
Engine, Transmission, and Performance
All 2023 GLC Coupes use a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. A 48-volt hybrid system helps augment the powertrain, which is good for 255 horsepower and 250 pound-feet of torque. A nine-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive are standard. While we haven’t yet subjected the new GLC Coupe to our extensive testing routine, Mercedes estimates the GLC will get to 60 mph in 6.2 seconds. The new GLC Coupe also sports an updated suspension—a new four-link front-axle system and a multi-link rear setup—to help keep all that mass comfortably in place. We’ll update this space with driving impressions after we test the new GLC Coupe.
Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG
The EPA hasn’t released fuel economy estimates for the new GLC Coupe yet, but we expect to see similar numbers to the outgoing model and the Benz’s key rivals. The 2023 model was rated for 20 mpg city and 26 mpg highway. When we get a chance, we’ll take the GLC300 4Matic on our 75-mph highway fuel economy test route and publish its results here. For more information about the GLC-class’s fuel economy, visit the EPA’s website.
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
Comfort is a dust that can’t be cleaned from the GLC Coupe’s interior. A mix of beautifully-stitched leather and high-quality plastics surround a swath of impressive standard niceties like heated seats and a 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround system. The new GLC Coupe replaces the old SUV’s center-console-mounted gear selector with a column shifter behind the steering wheel, which is also updated for this year. Much of the space on the dash that was once exposed has been draped in high-definition touchscreen displays that configure more parts of the vehicle than ever using the most recent MBUX infotainment software.
Infotainment and Connectivity
Much of the GLC Coupe’s interior space is dedicated to entertainment and interactive interfaces. A giant 11.9-inch infotainment display handles climate as well as nearly all vehicle controls, but there’s also wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. A wireless smartphone charger is tucked under the center console’s lid. The infotainment display is also central to the GLC’s parking camera, which can rotate its view to check for curbing or other obstacles.
Safety and Driver-Assistance Features
The GLC Coupe has a handsome list of standard and optional driver-assistance technology that is designed to help avoid accidents and make the driving experience easier. For more information about the GLC300’s crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:
- Standard forward-collision warning and automated emergency braking
- Standard blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert
- Available adaptive cruise control
Warranty and Maintenance Coverage
The Mercedes-Benz GLC coupe offers warranty coverage that equals the protection offered by rival SUVs from brands such as BMW and Audi. However, Acura and Lexus offer longer powertrain warranties.
- Limited warranty covers four years or 50,000 miles
- Powertrain warranty covers four years or 50,000 miles
- No complimentary scheduled maintenance
