- The next-generation 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC-class will be revealed online to the world on June 1, 2022.
- The new compact luxury SUV looks similar to the current model but should include new features.
- The base GLC300 model will share its 255-hp turbo 2.0-liter inline-four with the C-class sedan.
UPDATE 5/16: Mercedes announces that the next-generation GLC-class will make its world debut online at 11 a.m. ET on Wednesday, June 1. The digital reveal will be broadcast on the company's "me media" online platform as well as Mercedes social channels including YouTube and Twitter.
The Mercedes C-class sedan's SUV sibling is slated to get a redesign soon, and these are the first official photos of the new 2023 GLC-class compact luxury crossover. This prototype seen undergoing winter testing still has a bit of camouflage, but we can clearly see its overall shape and proportions, and Mercedes has revealed some specs about this new X254-generation model that should arrive in the U.S. later this year.
The new model appears to be a bit larger than before, with a wider stance and more bulbous rear fenders. The five-spoke wheels on this prototype have an interesting triangular design, and the slim headlights and taillights look similar to the C-class sedan's. Mercedes hasn't released photos of the interior yet but says it will have a new steering wheel, the latest MBUX infotainment software, and large screens including a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and an 11.9-inch central infotainment screen.
We anticipate the base model to again be called the GLC300, as it will share the C300 sedan's turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four and 48-volt hybrid system. This combination will produce 255 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. 4Matic all-wheel drive will likely be optional, with rear-wheel drive standard, as the new GLC once again shares its platform with the C-class. More powerful AMG variants will follow and may use the same hybrid four-cylinder powertrains expected for the C43 and C63 AMG, with the latter expected to produce over 500 horsepower.
Look for more information following the online reveal of the new GLC, which is expected to arrive in the U.S. near the end of the year.
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Following the introduction of the redesigned C-class sedan, Mercedes-Benz has performed a similar makeover on the 2023 GLC-class SUV. Mechanically similar to the sedan—and like the sedan equally hard to tell from its predecessor—the 2023 GLC shares the C-class's standard turbocharged four-cylinder engine, 48-volt hybrid system, and nine-speed automatic transmission; a plug-in hybrid model will join the lineup later on. The GLC’s interior gains the same tech upgrades as the C-class sedan’s, including the large, vertically-oriented touchscreen infotainment display and advanced driver-assistance features. The styling makeover has resulted in subtle visual differences between the new GLC and the old one, but a longer wheelbase and slight stretch in overall length is said to improve cargo and passenger space, albeit only slightly. We expect to see the 2023 GLC-class SUV on sale in early 2023.
What's New for 2023?
The GLC-class is all-new for 2023 and although the outgoing model was offered in both a squareback and fastback “coupe” body style, so far Mercedes has only showed the former.
Pricing and Which One to Buy
GLC300
$45,000 (est)
GLC300 4Matic
$47,000 (est)
Mercedes-Benz hasn't released pricing for the 2023 GLC-class lineup yet, but we expect it to be offered in both rear- and all-wheel-drive variants. When we learn more about the SUV's pricing and features, we'll report that information here.
Engine, Transmission, and Performance
All 2023 GLC-class models will wear the GLC300 badge and are powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. A 48-volt hybrid system helps augment the powertrain, which is good for 258 horsepower. A nine-speed automatic transmission is standard as is rear drive, and Mercedes’s 4Matic all-wheel drive system is optional.
Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG
The EPA hasn’t released fuel economy estimates for the 2023 GLC-class SUV yet, but we expect to see similar numbers to the outgoing model and the Benz’s key rivals. The 2022 model was rated for 22 mpg city and 29 mpg highway. When we get a chance, we’ll take the GLC300 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
The GLC-class’s cabin wears nicely chosen upscale materials and a modernized design with more interestingly-shaped air vents on the dashboard and heavily digitized control of the infotainment and HVAC systems. A new steering wheel features touch-sensitive control buttons, which didn’t work particularly well in the C300 sedan, and all models come standard with heated front seats with memory settings and adjustable lumbar support. Ambient lighting, a power-operated sunroof, and a power rear liftgate are also standard. Like other Mercedes models, the GLC-class can be heavily optioned with a host of luxurious features, including a panoramic sunroof, illuminated door sill plates, ventilated seats, a heated steering wheel, and leather upholstery.
Infotainment and Connectivity
Mirroring the offerings in the new C-class sedan, the GLC comes standard with Mercedes-Benz’s latest MBUX infotainment setup. A 12.3-inch digital gauge display is relays the important mechanical and speed information. An 11.9-inch infotainment touchscreen swoops up from the center console and is canted ever so slightly toward the driver. The system can recognize voice commands and features standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. In-dash navigation is optional and it comes with an augmented reality feature that overlays directions via an image of the road ahead on the display. Other notable optional features include a head-up display and a Burmester premium stereo system. There are no physical buttons for the HVAC system nor a knob for the audio volume; the systems are controlled though the touch screen, which in our view is a step backwards in user-friendliness.
Safety and Driver-Assistance Features
The GLC-class will offer a host of optional driver-assistance features, but only basics such as automated emergency braking and blind-spot monitoring are standard. Going for the optional Driver Assistance package adds more advanced tech. For more information about the GLC-class’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 automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection
- Standard blind-spot monitoring
- Available adaptive cruise control with a lane-centering feature
Warranty and Maintenance Coverage
Mercedes-Benz provides competitive warranty coverage compared with premium rivals. However, the German automaker doesn't offer the complimentary maintenance that BMW and Jaguar do.
- Limited warranty covers four years or 50,000 miles
- Powertrain warranty covers four years or 50,000 miles
- No complimentary scheduled maintenance