Mercedes-Benz sold 12,768 cars in the first half of FY2023-24, registering a growth of 11%.

According to Mercedes-Benz, deliveries of the GLA, GLC and GLS SUVs have been delayed due to supply constraints. This was revealed during the unveiling of the Mercedes-Maybach Vision 6 Concept in Mumbai.

The Mercedes-Maybach Vision 6 Concept was recently showcased at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre in Mumbai. The car will be put on display at the NMACC for the next 3 months.

The Vision 6 Concept is a futuristic 2-door coupe, measuring 5.7 meters in length. It is powered by four electric motors offering a combined output of 738 BHP. An 80 kWh battery pack powers the electric motors and it can cover 320 km on a single charge.

Mercedes-Benz also announced its sales figures for H1 of FY2023-24. During the period of January to September, the carmaker sold 12,768 units, registering a growth of 11%. 25% of sales came from its Top End Vehicle (TEV) segment.

The Mercedes-Benz GLC competes with the BMW X3, Audi Q5, Land Rover Discovery Sport and Volvo XC60.

Mercedes-Benz has announced the launch of the 2023 GLC in India. The premium SUV is available in two variants: GLC 300 4Matic and GLC 220d 4Matic, priced at Rs 73.50 lakh and Rs 74.50 lakh, respectively (ex-showroom).

The second-generation GLC is 60 mm longer than the outgoing version. Its wheelbase has also grown by 15 mm, as well as the boot space which is now 620 litres - 70 litres more than on the older model. The GLC gets a redesigned front end with reprofiled LED headlamps, a reworked grille and a front bumper. At the rear, the car gets slim LED tail lamps connected by a black insert and twin chrome exhaust tips. The car rides on 19-inch alloy wheels.

Inside, the SUV comes equipped with an S-Class-inspired dashboard featuring an 11.9-inch touchscreen running the brand’s latest MBUX infotainment system and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. Other features include a 360-degree camera, an air-purifier, 64-colour ambient lighting, a panoramic sunroof and heated front seats with memory function.

The GLC also gets a 'transparent bonnet' feature that uses a front-mounted camera to display what's underneath the car. This feature can be useful when driving over rough terrain. Besides this, the SUV also comes equipped with ADAS and active parking assist.

The GLC is available with two engine options. This includes a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol that makes 254 BHP and 400 Nm and a 2.0-litre diesel that puts out 194 BHP and 440 Nm. Both engines are paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission that sends power to all four wheels. Both powertrains also feature a 48V mild-hybrid system that adds an additional boost of 23 BHP and 200 Nm.

As expected from a German car, the Mercedes GLC's straight-line stability is excellent and occupants won't even know that the car is cruising at triple-digit speeds. Expansion joints on the highway do not unsettle it.

Driving the Mercedes GLC SUV 2.0L Petrol AT

On this drive, only the GLC 300 4MATIC was available. We will put up a post on the GLC 220d whenever we manage to get our hands on it.

2.0L petrol unit makes 255 BHP & 400 Nm:

This GLC 300 4MATIC is powered by a 1,999cc, 4-cylinder petrol engine, which generates 255 BHP and 400 Nm. The car has a kerb weight of 1,945 kg. This means it has a power-to-weight ratio of 131 BHP/ton and a torque-to-weight ratio of 206 Nm/ton.

The engine comes with a 48V mild hybrid system. The mild hybrid part of this is an integrated starter generator that sits between the engine and the transmission and takes over the role of the alternator and starter. It can also provide a power / torque boost. When quick acceleration is required, the electric motor helps by providing up to 23 BHP and 200 Nm of torque. It also helps with energy generation when it's not giving any output in terms of power / torque.

With your foot on the brake, press the engine start / stop button to fire up the engine. Immediately you'll notice the impressive refinement of the car. There is barely any noise or vibration felt upon starting or at idle.

Release the brakes and the GLC moves off the line calmly. The EQ boost (additional power / torque provided by the ISG) helps at low rpms and low speeds by adding a bit of pep. There is enough power and torque available at all times and you'll never have a problem keeping up with traffic. What's good is that the power is delivered seamlessly making the GLC a smooth and easy car to drive in the city.

On the open road, the GLC 300 4MATIC is a fast performer. Step on the accelerator and the SUV provides a good deal of excitement. Mercedes claims that the petrol can hit 100 km/h from a standstill in just 6.2 seconds! This sort of acceleration makes overtaking slower vehicles a breeze. Throttle response is good and the engine revs till 6,500 rpm, which is just short of the redline (6,750 rpm). In terms of cruisability, in 9th gear, the engine is revving at ~1,400 rpm while doing 100 km/h. This makes the GLC 300 4MATIC an effortless mile-muncher. 

The 9G-TRONIC AT does a very good job in the GLC SUV. It is very smooth while upshifting, but we found the downshifts to be a little jerky. While the gearbox is not as quick as the ZF transmissions in BMWs on kickdown, it has a fair response time. It never seems confused and is usually in the correct gear that one would need. Paddle shifters have been provided for those who want to shift manually.

Apart from the default Comfort mode, there are 3 drive modes: Eco, Sport and Individual. These 3 modes alter the throttle response.

The Comfort mode is the default mode which is in between the middle of Eco and Power modes. It works well in town and on the highway and offers a good balance between efficiency and performance.

In Eco mode, the throttle response is lazier and the gearbox shifts up earlier to maximise fuel efficiency. This mode provides the smoothest ride and honestly, with the power and torque that the engine produces, it is good enough to be used in the city as well as on the highway.

In Power mode, it's the opposite. Even with a light dab of the throttle, the engine responds. On undivided highways, this is the mode to use to pull off quick overtakes. The transmission holds a gear for a longer time and the steering firms up too. However, using this mode in the city is not advisable as power delivery can get spiky.

Individual mode gives you the option to customise your driving experience to your requirements.

Noise, Vibration & Harshness (NVH)

As mentioned earlier there is barely any noise or vibration experienced as the engine cranks or on idling. At the same time, if you stand outside the cabin, the engine is loud and we felt it sounded like a diesel. That's a testament to the sound insulation of the cabin. Even while driving around, the engine is hardly heard in the cabin. It's only when you put the engine in Sport mode and get aggressive with the throttle that some engine noise is audible in the cabin.

Wind noise and road noise are well controlled even at 100-120 km/h.

Mileage & Fuel Economy

The GLC 300 4MATIC comes with an ARAI-certified fuel efficiency is 14.72 km/l. The car has an idling start-stop system thanks to the integrated starter generator which aids fuel efficiency. During our drive, the system worked seamlessly. The car has a fuel tank capacity of 62 litres.

Suspension

Ride Comfort

The GLC’s suspension is on the stiffer side. So while the ride over small potholes and uneven roads at city speed is absorbent, it’s not plush. Even so, no bumps are transmitted hard into the cabin. As the speed increases, the ride gets better. Even larger bumps are tackled with aplomb. The suspension works silently too.

Handling & Dynamics

As expected from a German car, the straight-line stability is excellent and occupants won't even know that the car is cruising at triple-digit speeds. Expansion joints on the highway do not unsettle it.

On long curves, the car holds its line well. When you push on twisty roads, the stiff suspension shows its benefits. There is very little body roll and the car changes direction without fuss. Mercedes has narrowed the gap to BMW considerably when it comes to handling. Our test car came with 235/55 R19 Continental Contact6 tyres, which provided enough grip for the power on tap.

Steering

The GLC SUV gets an electric power steering, which is very user-friendly. It's light in the city and most owners will appreciate that. The light steering and automatic transmission make the car very easy to drive in the city. At higher speeds, the steering weighs up well. There's no nervous feeling or twitchiness at all while cruising on the highways. On the twisty roads, it relays a good amount of feedback.

Braking

The GLC is equipped with disc brakes at the front and rear. The performance is strong and the car comes to a halt without any drama. Under hard braking too, the car doesn't lose its composure. Mercedes has equipped the GLC with Active Brake Assist.

Continue reading the discussion on the Mercedes GLC SUV on our forum.

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV has scored a 5-star safety rating in Euro NCAP crash tests. Some standout safety features include 3-point seatbelts for all five occupants, 7 airbags, Blind Spot Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Car to X communication, Active Brake Assist, Active Parking Assist, 360-degree camera, Pre-Safe and Attention Assist.

Mercedes GLC SUV Pros

• Great looks matched to solid build quality
• Premium quality interiors, supportive seats, filled with technology
• Adequate interior space and 620 litres of luggage-carrying capacity
• Fast and competent petrol and diesel powerplants
• The Mercedes 9-speed AT gearbox is now very good! And smooth too
• Well-damped suspension offers mature ride quality
• Fun to drive (unlike the last-gen GLC)! Very good handling, well-calibrated steering & excellent high-speed manners
• Loaded with features such as seat kinetics, latest-gen MBUX, transparent bonnet & lots more
• Impressive 15-speaker Burmester audio system
• 5-star NCAP rating, top-notch safety kit & a suite of electronic aids to keep you safe

Mercedes GLC SUV Cons

• Expected to be even more expensive than the outgoing model! Old GLC 220d was priced between 82 – 85 lakhs on-road
• More powerful 300d tune is sadly not offered on the new GLC. Period. We hope it is introduced at a later stage
• Touch-type controls can take time to get used to. Physical buttons are gone! Even ORVM adjustment is touch-based & non-user-friendly
• Back seat is more suitable for 2 healthy adults and a child. Not 3 healthy adults
• Missing features such as cooled seats, passive keyless entry, head-up display, Level 2 ADAS, full-size spare tyre (has a space saver tyre) etc.
• Small ORVMs with limited adjustment range. Clearly, form over function here
• Heavier adults will find the front seats too snug
• Suspension has a firm edge to it. That & the 19-inch wheels make potholes felt at low speeds

Read Team-BHP's detailed 2023 Mercedes GLC SUV Review.

The Mercedes GLC will be officially launched on August 9, 2023.

Mercedes-Benz dealers have started accepting bookings for the next-generation GLC. Customers can place their orders by paying a token amount of Rs 1.50 lakh.

The Mercedes GLC will be officially launched on August 9, 2023. The SUV will be available in two variants: GLC 300 and GLC 220d, in a single Avantgarde trim. Both variants get Mercedes' 4MATIC all-wheel drive. 

The new GLC is slightly larger than the outgoing model and carries forward the clean and elegant design language. The SUV gets a redesigned front end with reprofiled LED headlamps, a reworked grille and a front bumper. At the rear, the car gets slim LED tail lamps and twin chrome exhaust tips.

Inside, the SUV comes equipped with an S-Class-inspired dashboard featuring an 11.9-inch touchscreen running the brand’s latest MBUX infotainment system and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster.

The next-gen GLC now comes with mild-hybrid powertrain options. The outgoing version was offered with 2.0-litre petrol and diesel engines paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission.

The next-gen GLC now comes with mild-hybrid powertrain options.

Mercedes-Benz has teased the next-generation GLC ahead of its official launch. The official images showcase a camouflaged test mule of the upcoming SUV.

The new GLC is longer and has wider front and rear tracks than before. While the overall width remains the same, its wheelbase has increased slightly.

The new GLC carries forward the clean and elegant design language of its predecessor. It gets a redesigned front end with reprofiled LED headlamps, a reworked grille and front bumper. At the rear, the car gets slim LED tail lamps and twin chrome exhaust tips.

Inside, the SUV comes equipped with an S-Class-inspired dashboard featuring an 11.9-inch touchscreen running the brand’s latest MBUX infotainment system and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster.

The next-gen GLC now comes with mild-hybrid powertrain options. The outgoing version was offered with 2.0-litre petrol and diesel engines paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission.

The second-generation Mercedes-Benz GLC is expected to be launched in Q3 of 2023.

Mercedes-Benz India has delisted the GLC SUV from its official website, which suggests that the model may have been discontinued.

The Mercedes-Benz GLC was launched in 2016 and received a facelift in 2019. The SUV received another update in January 2021. Meanwhile, the second-generation model went on sale globally last year and should be introduced in the Indian market in the third quarter of this year.

In India, the Mercedes-Benz GLC was offered with 2.0-litre petrol and diesel engine options. The petrol engine developed 194 BHP and 320 Nm, while the diesel packed 192 BHP and 400 Nm. Both engines were paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission.

The second-gen GLC comes with a 2.0-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder engine paired with a 48v mild-hybrid system. The GLC 300 packs 257 BHP and 400 Nm, with the mild-hybrid system providing an additional boost of 23 BHP and 200 Nm.

The 2023 Mercedes GLC now comes with a 2.0L mild-hybrid and optional all-wheel drive.

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC has been unveiled for the global market. The SUV now comes with mild-hybrid powertrains.

The new GLC is longer and has wider front and rear tracks than before. While the overall width remains the same, its wheelbase has increased slightly.

The GLC features a revised front fascia featuring a new grille and redesigned headlamp clusters. At the rear, the car gets slim LED tail lamps and twin chrome exhaust tips. The new GLC carries forward the clean and elegant design language of its predecessor.

On the inside, the SUV comes equipped with an S-Class inspired dashboard featuring an 11.9-inch touchscreen running the brand’s latest MBUX infotainment system and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster.

In the international market, the GLC is available with a 2.0-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder engine paired with a 48v mild-hybrid system. The GLC 300 and GLC 300 4Matic pack 257 BHP and 400 Nm, with the mild-hybrid system providing an additional boost of 23 BHP and 200 Nm. Both variants come with a 9-speed automatic transmission.

The car I love the most turned out to be a "lemon" in terms of the tech that's packed within it.

BHPian pradheepsr recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

Hello all,

Is anyone facing issues with the MBUX system in the facelifted GLC 220d?

Mine is a 2020 model manufactured in June. Everything was fine until 1-month post-delivery. The MBUX system hangs up for an indefinite amount of time and freezes with "Mercedes Benz" on the screen. It won't respond to any of the buttons on the central console or the steering wheel.

I did try stopping the car and switching off the ignition to restart it. It did the trick on most occasions but the problem keeps recurring often.

My service station did the necessary checks after having raised the issue and it worked fine for them whilst my GLC was in for its 1st service.

I did a google search and managed to find a hack to restart the MBUX by pressing and holding the ''RADIO & *" buttons on the central console. It's doing the trick for now but occasionally the issue does crop up.

Yet to come up with a solution from my dealer.

A quick update on this issue: This kept happening very frequently in recent times. The reverse cam, drive modes, audio, and safety assist systems won't work during this time. It's like a windows PC hanging up and then nothing works until you press the CTRL + ALT + DEL buttons to force restart.

The service head said that it's a peculiar "one-off" issue that they've never come across before. After discussion with the Mercedes service team online they then decided to replace the hard disk drive of my car's MBUX unit.

But to my agony, it failed to work and now the service head has suggested replacing the entire MBUX control head unit (thankfully under warranty)

The part in question isn't readily available in Chakan, Pune. They've placed an order from MB HQ in Germany.

This according to them might take a month at least to arrive and as of now, they don't have an ETA for that part.

Meanwhile, I did escalate the issue to MB customer care HQ including Mr Santosh Iyer in the loop (sales and marketing head) following which the local service head was kind enough to offer me a brand new GLC as a courtesy car in the interim.

Seems after spending Rs 70 lakhs on a brand that you would bet to provide excellent service and backup in times of need, the car I love the most turned out to be a "lemon" in terms of the tech that's packed within it.

Too much tech, is it a boon or bane? Only time will have to tell as my agony continues. Will keep you all updated as and when anything happens.

Fingers crossed

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The new GLC shares its platform with the C-Class sedan that was launched in India earlier this month.

Mercedes-Benz has released a teaser image of the next generation GLC. The SUV is slated to make its global debut on June 1, 2022.

The teaser partially reveals the rear of the new GLC. It features a rounded design with slim LED tail lights.

The new GLC shares its platform with the C-Class sedan that was launched in India earlier this month. Reports suggest that the car will come equipped with a digital panel for the instrument cluster and an S-Class inspired central touchscreen infotainment head-unit.

The next-gen GLC will be offered with a range of mild-hybrid powertrains. Additionally, global markets will get plug-in hybrid options. The SUV will also come in the high-performance AMG GLC 43 and GLC 63 variants.