The second generation Mercedes-AMG GLC is following in the footsteps of its C-Class sibling in adopting an electrified four-cylinder powertrain.
The GLC’s V6 and V8 engine options are finally gone, with the GLC 43 and GLC 63 SE Performance now available in versions with the M139 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder.
Scope will arrive in Australia in 2nd quarter of 2024.
Mercedes-AMG has revealed its fitted GLCs in wagon guise.
Both AMG models have double wishbone front and rear suspension, along with AMG Cruise Control with adaptive damping, active roll stabilization and rear axle steering.
Both use a nine-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
The flagship GLC 63 SE Performance plug-in hybrid version, like the C63, features a 6.1 kWh lithium-ion battery and a 150kW/320Nm rear-axle electric motor, integrated with a two-speed electric convertible transmission and microprocessor. Electronically controlled slip limiter. .
An electric actuator engages the second gear at the slowest speed of about 140km/h, which corresponds to the electric motor’s maximum speed of about 13,500rpm.
The electric motor can also control traction to the wheels when slip is detected via the rear-wheel-drive limited-slip differential, rather than brake intervention from the electronic stability program – although ESP can be toggled between on and off. , off and Sports.
The battery features direct cooling and can be charged through recovery or using the 3.7 kW integrated charger, with a claimed electric range of 12 km.
Also thanks to the larger turbocharger, this engine produces 350kW and 545Nm, enough for Mercedes-AMG to claim it is the most powerful series-production four-cylinder in the world.
The total system output is 500kW power and 1020Nm torque and claims 0-100 km/h is 3.5 seconds.
The flagship model features a fully variable AMG Performance 4Matic+ all-wheel drive system, which transmits up to 100% of torque to the rear axle.
Braking comes in the form of six-piston fixed brake calipers at the front and single-piston floating brake calipers at the rear.
The GLC 43 is also equipped with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, but with a total capacity of 310kW And 500kW and 0-100km/h time in 4.8 seconds.
It lacks the plug-in hybrid system of its pricier brother, although it has a belt-driven starter generator that adds 10kW/150Nm at lower speeds. This 48V mild-hybrid system is said to smooth out the automatic stop/start system and allow for skidding.
The GLC 43 has a different all-wheel drive system, with 39/61 front/rear torque distribution, but like the 63, it has adaptive damping, active roll stabilization and rear-wheel steering.
It has four-piston fixed brake calipers at the front and single-piston floating brake calipers at the rear.
Rear-wheel steering, standard on both AMG GLC models, can turn the rear wheels in the opposite direction of the front wheels at up to 100km/h, while above this speed the rear wheels can turn parallel to the front wheel is a maximum of 0.7 degrees.
The result is quicker cornering and less steering effort at lower speeds, and more stability at higher speeds.
There are eight selectable driving modes in the GLC 63 and five in the GLC 43.
All models feature more aggressive styling than the Benz-badged GLC, with a unique grille and front fenders featuring larger wings and air intakes.
At the rear, the GLC 43 has a diffuser-like rear spoiler and twin exhaust pipes; The GLC 63 has an additional diffuser panel plus a trapezoidal exhaust.
Inside, the seats are upholstered in Artico leatherette and Microcut microfiber upholstery; Leather and Nappa leather upholstery is optional, as are AMG Performance seats.
The flat-bottomed steering wheel has drive mode buttons and is wrapped in Nappa leather in the GLC 43, and Nappa leather and Microcut in the GLC 63.
Also, distinguishing AMG models from the regular Benz GLC inside is an AMG-specific display for the instrument cluster and infotainment system.
The AMG Track Speed data logger is standard on the GLC 63 and optional on the GLC 43, and can record data like speed, acceleration, and steering angle if you’re driving your AMG to the track.
Various packages will be available, although Mercedes-Benz Australia has not confirmed local specifications.
Some of these include: AMG Night Exterior Package (black chrome exhaust and gloss black exterior trim); Exterior package AMG Night Package II (chrome grille fins and badging); and the AMG Carbon Exterior Package adds, you guessed it, carbon trim.
The GLC 63 will launch as Edition 1, with a choice of high-tech silver or graphite gray exteriors, standard 21-inch matte black wheels and yellow brake calipers.
Inside, the seats and steering wheel are wrapped in black Nappa leather with yellow stitching; There are also yellow seat belts and other yellow accents.
