2023 C254 Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe launched – 48V mild hybrid, PHEV with up to 131km electric range
The new Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe debuts eight months after its launch. The second generation GLC SUV appeared on stage for the first time. Evolved rather than radically changed, the C254 has a more organic, flowery exterior and slightly larger dimensions.
Measuring 4,763 mm long, 1,890 mm wide and 1,699 mm high, the new GLC Coupe is 31 mm longer and 5 mm taller than the previous generation. predecessor, while the width remains the same as the old car. Track width has also been increased, adding 6 mm at the front (now 1,627 mm) and 23 mm at the rear (now 1,640 mm).
The longer size has translated into a slightly larger boot. An extra 45 liters increases trunk space to 545 liters on mild hybrids and 390 liters on plug-in variants, while folding the rear seats down increases capacity to 1,490 liters and 1,335 liters respectively.
As standard, the car gets an Avantgarde exterior with 18-inch light-alloy wheels and a chrome package. Selecting the AMG Line specification offers a choice of 19-inch or 20-inch wheels with mixed-configuration tires and matching wheel arch linings. Optional extras include easily accessible skateboards and Night packages from the AMG Line specification onwards.
Inside, the presentation mirror seen on the GLC, so you’ll find the same dashboard layout and standalone 12.3-inch high-resolution digital instrumentation display and touchscreen. center 11.9 inches in portrait orientation, the following screen runs on the dashboard. the latest MBUX infotainment system.
Just like the exterior, the interior comes standard with the Avantgarde range’s specifications. As usual, a variety of trim options are available for the car, including brown, anthracite and black open-wood veneers, with aluminum trims. Going the AMG Line route adds a leather-wrapped dashboard with nappa-looking straps.
Like SUVall variants in the GLC Coupe line-up at the time of launch were electrified, in the form of a mild hybrid with 48-volt technology and a second-generation integrated starter generator (four variants, two petrol) , two diesel) or plug-in hybrid (three variants) offering an all-electric range of more than 100 km (WLTP).
The mild hybrid lineup includes the GLC 200 4Matic, GLC 300 4Matic, GLC 220d 4Matic and GLC 300d 4Matic, while the PHEV range includes the GLC 300e 4Matic, GLC 400e 4Matic and GLC300de 4Matic. As indicated by their suffix, all versions get the automaker’s all-wheel drive system, with a 9G-Tronic nine-speed automatic transmission.
The gasoline-powered mild hybrid is equipped with a 2.0-liter in-line 4-cylinder petrol engine, delivering 204 hp at 6,100 rpm and 320 Nm of torque from 2,000 rpm to 4,000 rpm. rpm on the GLC 200. The electric powertrain adds 23 hp and 200 Nm of torque. The GLC 300 has a different output adjustment state, so it has a capacity of 258 hp at 5,800 rpm and 400 Nm of torque from 2,000 rpm to 3,200 rpm.
Petrol PHEV versions also have the same 2.0-liter engine. On the GLC 300e, 204 hp/320 Nm from the factory is supported by a 136 hp/440 Nm electric motor, delivering a total system output of 313 hp and 550 Nm of torque. On the GLC 400e, the engine makes 252 hp and 400 Nm, and with the same power from the electric motor, the combined system output is 381 hp and 650 Nm.
All PHEVs are powered by a 31.2 kWh battery and are fully charged, providing an all-electric driving range of 119 km to 131 km for the petrol version and from 113 km to 130 km for the dynamic variant. diesel engine. As standard, the plug-in has an 11 kW three-phase AC charger, although an optional 60 kW DC charger can be specified – this takes the battery from zero in about 30 minutes.
Standard equipment for the GLC Coupe includes LED High Performance headlights, sport suspension (on PHEV, air suspension and level control on the rear axle), variable ratio steering, and Easy tailgate. -Pack, smartphone integration and wireless phone charger.
The option box includes Airmatic air suspension (with rear-wheel steering) and a new panoramic sunroof, 6 cm longer than the new GLC SUV. As for driver assistance systems, the GLC Coupe has the latest Driver Assistance Plus package, which delivers improved adaptive cruise control, among other things. There is also a new Parking package with a 360° camera, available as an additional option.
