Introducing the Mercedes-Benz GLC Electric
A staple of the luxury SUV market has undergone its most significant transformation yet. The Mercedes-Benz GLC Electric is an all-electric SUV that effortlessly melds next-generation tech with the refined elegance that the marque is known for.
Mercedes-Benz is accelerating toward a zero-emission future, and the GLC Electric forms the current vanguard of this effort. Built on a dedicated electric platform, this model isn’t just a battery-powered version of its petrol and diesel engine sibling – it’s a completely re-engineered machine that offers superior range, performance, and interior space.
This car is designed for ultimate versatility, ideal for navigating daily commutes, embarking on a long-haul holiday, or tackling an off-road adventure. And no matter where you want your GLC Electric to take you, you’ll get there immersed in unmatched luxury.
Design and Practicality
The GLC Electric is built upon a design language that Mercedes-Benz calls 'refined clarity'. Perceptive buyers will note a distinct move away from the rounded shapes of previous electric models; the new GLC Electric instead adopts a more confident, upright silhouette that feels modern and muscular.
The exterior is defined by the all-new, brand-defining chromed grille: 942 backlit dots placed in three bars that illuminate in eye-catching patterns. Either side you’ll find cutting-edge Digital Light headlamps that use micro-LED technology for precise, high definition illumination, all while using 50 percent less power.
Inside the vehicle uses bespoke EV architecture to offer an experience unlike any GLC that came before. The cabin is a sanctuary lined with high-end materials: sustainable upholstery, 'ship deck' wood inlays, aluminium accents. With a wheelbase nearly 84mm longer than the combustion model, passengers enjoy significantly more legroom. Add a 520-litre boot and 128-litre ‘frunk’, and the GLC Electric delivers exceptional class leading levels of interior space.
Technology and Safety
The showpiece of the GLC Electric's interior is the breathtaking MBUX Hyperscreen, which spans 39.1 inches across the dashboard. Its seamless glass surface integrates three HD displays: a 10.3-inch driver cluster, a 14-inch central infotainment screen and a dedicated 14-inch passenger display.
The all-electric GLC offers a level of intelligence and connectivity previously reserved for the S-Class. The upgraded tech package includes:
- Augmented reality navigation
- Transparent bonnet technology for off-road visibility
- Over-the-air (OTA) software updates
- A Burmester 4D surround sound system
- Rear-axle steering for enhanced agility
As ever in a Mercedes-Benz, safety is paramount. A comprehensive suite of sensors and cameras provide Level 2 autonomous driving, including Active Distance Assist and a brand new semi-autonomous parking system.
Range and Performance
This is a car that sets a new benchmark for electric performance in the mid-size SUV segment. The all-wheel drive system delivers instant torque and effortless acceleration, with dual electric motors producing a combined 496bhp to take you from 0 to 62mph in a jaw-dropping 4.3 seconds.
This vehicle is the rare combination of sprinter and endurance athlete. Say goodbye to range anxiety, as the 94kWh battery takes you up to 406 miles on a single charge. A clever two-speed transmission on the rear motor balances low-speed punch with high-speed efficiency, allowing the GLC Electric to deliver strong initial acceleration before settling into efficient motorway driving.
Charging
The GLC Electric is engineered for maximum convenience at home and on the road. It supports ultra-fast 330kW DC charging, adding over 180 miles of range in just 10 minutes. A 10 to 80 percent charge takes approximately 22 minutes at a high-power station.
For home charging, the GLC Electric comes with an 11kW on-board charger as standard, with a 22kW option available for even faster top-ups via an AC wallbox. With the Mercedes-Benz App you can manage the entire process remotely, and also pre-condition the cabin to your ideal temperature before you step inside.
GLC Electric Models
Sport
Key features:
- AVANTGARDE bodystyling with black wheel arch liners and roof rails in silver chrome
- Mercedes-Benz Iconic grille with surround and panel in silver chrome
- 20” multi-spoke light-alloy wheels with summer tyres
- Comfort seats with ARTICO man-made leather upholstery, black seat belts, lumbar support and electric adjustment
- Heated front seats
- Multifunction sports steering wheel in nappa leather
- 10.3” driver display, 14” central display and 14” digital trim panel
- Smartphone integration
- Wireless charging for mobile devices
AMG Line
Key features:
- AMG Line bodystyling with body-coloured wheel arch liners and roof rails in silver chrome
- Mercedes-Benz Iconic Grille with panel in Dark Chrome with partially illuminated Mercedes-Benz star
- 20” AMG 5-spoke light-alloy wheels with summer tyres
- AMG Line Sport Seat package with ARTICO man-made leather upholstery and black seat belts
- Grey open-pore fineline birch wood trim
- Multifunction sports steering wheel in nappa leather
- Memory seat package
- MBUX Superscreen: 10.3” driver display, 14” central display and 14” passenger display
- Digital AMG Line: specific features of the MBUX multimedia system, ambient lighting and sound world
AMG Line Premium
Key features:
- DIGITAL LIGHT headlamps with intelligent light modes, topographical compensation, Active Highbeam Assist Plus and Dynamic ULTRA RANGE Highbeam
- 20” AMG 10-spoke light-alloy wheels with summer tyres
- KEYLESS GO convenience package: HANDS-FREE ACCESS, flush-fitting door handles and KEYLESS-GO
- Ambient Lighting Plus
- Active ambient lighting
- Winter package: heated steering wheel and heated windscreen wiper blades
- 39.1” MBUX HYPERSCREEN
- Parking package with 360° camera
- Digital vehicle key for smartphone
AMG Line Premium Plus
Key features:
- 21” AMG Y-spoke light-alloy wheels with summer tyres
- Black open-pore fineline ship’s deck wood trim
- Illuminated pattern in the panoramic roof
- Heated rear seats
- High-end sports seats: massage, climate control function and extensive electrical adjustment options and PRE-SAFE® Impulse side
- MBUX augmented navigation head-up display
- Projection functions for DIGITAL LIGHT headlamps
- Burmester® High-End 4D surround sound system: 19 speakers, 2 exciters, 750 watts, Dolby Atmos® technology and sound personalisation
Premier Edition
Key features:
- 21” AMG multi-spoke light-alloy wheels with summer tyres
- AMG Line Plus bodystyling with body-coloured wheel arch liners and roof rails in black
- Night package
- AMG spoiler lip in high-gloss black
- Mercedes-Benz Iconic Grille with illuminated surround and illuminated panel with frame and panel in dark chrome
- Exterior mirror housing in high-gloss black
- Black / Silver metallic mixed fabric trim
- Leather upholstery in black with contrasting topstitching in red and black seat belts
- Vehicle key in high-gloss black
- Illuminated door sills with interchangeable cover in black
Experience the Mercedes-Benz GLC Electric with Stratstone
The all-new GLC Electric fuses traditional luxury with cutting-edge tech like no other mid-size SUV. Between class-leading range, a striking design and an ultra-intelligent interior, this is a car that is set to redefine expectations.
If you are interested in test driving a Mercedes-Benz GLC Electric, please get in touch with your nearest Stratsone Mercedes-Benz retailer and our team will arrange an appointment at a date and time that suits.
