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Mercedes-Benz GLC With EQ Technology
MotorTrend says the GLC was Mercedes-Benz's best-selling vehicle worldwide in 2024, and it's a milestone vehicle chosen to debut the automaker's all-new MB.EA electric vehicle architecture, which will underpin electric versions of all future mainstream Mercedes models up to and including the GLS SUV and S-Class sedan, offered in two-wheel-drive or dual-motor all-wheel-drive form with system outputs of up to 670 hp, and available with batteries ranging up to a 94.5-kWh nickel manganese cobalt pack that Mercedes-Benz projects at about 375 miles on the EPA test with peak charging of 320 kW. Car and Driver says an electric analogue to the GLC-Class compact luxury SUV has been in the works for years and, unlike the earlier EQC that never arrived in the U.S., America is finally getting its compact Mercedes electric SUV, riding on the dedicated MB.EA platform that lets Mercedes engineers optimize for the EV rather than compromise with the gas-fed GLC's platform, with a roughly 94.5-kWh battery, an 800-volt top offering, and charging rates of 320 kW said to be sustainable on a 350-kW charger.
A milestone vehicle for a new EV platform
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says the GLC was Mercedes-Benz's best-selling vehicle worldwide in 2024, and it's a milestone vehicle chosen to debut the automaker's all-new MB.EA electric vehicle architecture, which will underpin electric versions of all future mainstream Mercedes models up to and including the GLS SUV and S-Class sedan, offered in two-wheel-drive or dual-motor all-wheel-drive form with system outputs of up to 670 hp.
Up to 375 miles of EPA-projected range
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says the GLC will be available with batteries ranging up to a 94.5-kWh nickel manganese cobalt pack that Mercedes-Benz projects at about 375 miles on the EPA test, with high-efficiency silicon carbide anodes enabling a peak charge rate of 320 kW.
Finally, America gets its electric GLC
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says an electric analogue to the GLC-Class has been in the works for years and, unlike the earlier EQC that never arrived in the U.S., America is finally getting its compact Mercedes electric SUV, riding on the dedicated MB.EA platform that lets Mercedes engineers optimize for the EV rather than compromise with the gas-fed GLC's platform.
Questions buyers ask
How much range will the Mercedes-Benz GLC EQ have?
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) projects about 375 miles on the EPA test with the largest battery.
What platform does the Mercedes-Benz GLC EQ use?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says the dedicated MB.EA electric-only platform.
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The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC With EQ Technology is built around Electric motor(s), single or dual, rated at 369 / 483 horsepower across its compact electric luxury SUV body style.
Explore this topic →02Trims and equipmentThe 2027 U.S. lineup has 2 trims.
Explore this topic →03Towing and capabilityThe most the 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC With EQ Technology is published to tow is GLC 400 4MATIC up to 5,291 lb (properly equipped, optional hitch); GLC 300+ not rated.
Explore this topic →04Safety and ownershipNHTSA recalls, complaints and crash ratings for the 2027 GLC With EQ Technology.
Explore this topic →Current model year
2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC With EQ Technology
A distinct all-electric GLC on Mercedes' new 800-volt platform, sold alongside the gas/PHEV GLC-Class, not replacing it. GLC 300+ is single-motor RWD at 369 hp; GLC 400 4MATIC is dual-motor AWD at 483 hp with a real 5,291 lb tow rating, properly equipped. Preliminary estimates put range over 400 miles on the European test cycle.
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Background and safety record
What public sources say about the Mercedes-Benz GLC With EQ Technology.
The Mercedes-Benz GLC is a compact luxury crossover SUV introduced in 2015 for the 2016 model year that replaced the GLK-Class. According to Mercedes-Benz, it is the SUV equivalent to the C-Class. Under the vehicle naming scheme used by Mercedes-Benz, SUVs use the base name "GL", followed by the model's placement in Mercedes-Benz hierarchy.
- Safety
- The second generation GLC was unveiled in June 2022. Like the first generation, two bodystyles are available, with a traditional SUV and a coupe SUV called the GLC Coupé. Similar to the W206 C-Class, all models are equipped with four-cylinder engines with MHEV tech.
- Powertrain
- Standard features in the US include dual-zone automatic air conditioning; cruise control; Bluetooth System; 8-way power driver and passenger bucket seats; front, front side, side-curtain, and knee airbags. Petrol GLC Coupé Diesel GLC Coupé
Source: Mercedes-Benz GLC (Wikipedia); safety and recall figures from NHTSA.
Mercedes-Benz GLC With EQ Technology at a glance
- Production
- 2015–present
- Model years
- 2016–present
- Class
- Compact luxury crossover SUV (D)
- Layout
- Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive (4Matic)
- Predecessor
- Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class
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Q01How many trims does the 2027 GLC With EQ Technology come in?
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC With EQ Technology (compact electric luxury SUV) comes in 2 trims: GLC 300+, GLC 400 4MATIC.
Q02What are the 2027 GLC With EQ Technology trims?
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC With EQ Technology trims are GLC 300+, GLC 400 4MATIC, listed from the entry GLC 300+ up to the top GLC 400 4MATIC.
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2027 GLC With EQ Technology use?
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC With EQ Technology is built around Electric motor(s), single or dual, rated at 369 / 483 horsepower across its compact electric luxury SUV body style.
Q04How much horsepower does the 2027 GLC With EQ Technology have?
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC With EQ Technology is rated at 369 / 483 horsepower (Electric motor(s), single or dual).
Q05Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2027 GLC With EQ Technology?
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC With EQ Technology is offered with RWD / AWD.