2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC India Spec Model Revealed

Mercedes-Benz has released the first official teasers for the upcoming GLC SUV in India. The pictures show a lightly camouflaged car testing on Indian roads. The GLC is one of Mercedes’ best-selling models in India and the new model is expected to be even more popular.

Next-Gen Mercedes-Benz GLC: Exterior Design

The new Mercedes Benz GLC will feature cosmetic changes since it is a mid-life facelift. In the teasers, we get to see new angular LED headlights with DRLs, a wider grille and a sportier front bumper. The side profile stays similar to the outgoing model but gets all-new alloy wheels and updated ORVMs. At the rear, the SUV gets sleek new LED taillights, full-width LED lightbar, and a reprofiled rear bumper.

Next-Gen Mercedes-Benz GLC: Interior Features

Mercedes Benz is also expected to overhaul the interiors of the GLC. Instead of the dual-screen setup, the SUV will now get a 11.9-inch tablet-style infotainment system and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. Other feature highlights include connected car tech, 360-degree camera, multi-zone climate control, powered and ventilated front seats, premium audio setup by Burmester, wireless charging, panoramic sunroof, and more.

Next-Gen Mercedes-Benz GLC: Powertrain Details

Globally, the new Mercedes Benz GLC is offered with three ICE powertrain options. In India, the automaker will likely offer a diesel and a petrol engine option, both with mild-hybrid tech. The former is a 2.0-litre turbodiesel motor that makes 194 bhp with 400 Nm of peak torque. While the petrol is a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol unit is rated for maximum power output of 200 bhp and peak torque of 320 Nm. Both engines come mated to a 9-speed torque converter automatic transmission.

Next-Gen Mercedes-Benz GLC: Launch, Pricing, and Rivals

Mercedes is expected to launch the new GLC in India around the festive season. It will receive a slight price hike over the outgoing model’s range of Rs 62 - Rs 68 lakh (ex-showroom).

Upon launch, the Mercedes GLC will rival the BMW X3, Audi Q5, and the Volvo XC60.

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