Mercedes-Benz has launched its all-new GLC SUV model in Ireland, with prices starting at €80,310.
The new GLC will be available only as a plug-in hybrid or as a mild hybrid with 48-volt technology and an integrated starter-generator.
The company says the plug-in hybrid has a range of 129 kilometres (WLTP) for electric driving.
Launched six years ago, the GLC has garnered global sales of 2.6 million units and has been the bestselling model in the Mercedes-Benz range for the past two years.
Features include 4MATIC all-wheel-drive and new rear-axle steering. The latest GLCs have a towing capacity of 2.5 tonnes.
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Power is provided by four-cylinder petrol and diesel engines. Output ranges up to 190 kW and 400 Nm of torque in the petrol models, and up to 195 kW and 550 Nm in diesel models, both with up to 17 kW and 200 Nm of electrical support from the integrated starter-generator.
Compared with the outgoing model, the new GLC has a longer body at 1,890 mm (+60mm) with increased track widths. Boot capacity has increased to 620 litres (+70 litres).
A new chrome-embellished radiator grille with ‘star’ pattern, and redesigned front end with headlamps that connect to the radiator grille emphasise the SUV’s width, according to Mercedes-Benz. The ‘star’ pattern detail is repeated on new taillight lenses.
The German manufacturer says that standard equipment has been ‘significantly upgraded’, with a specification value increase of €16,700 compared with the previous GLC model.
Optional extras include a panoramic sunroof. Ambient lighting with a choice of 64 colours and ergonomic seats with stitched covering, redesigned backrests and head restraints are among other features.
What Mercedes calls ‘an individual, subtle interior fragrancing experience’ is fed to the cabin through three dash-centred vents, to deliver improved air quality, ‘adjustable according to personal preference and mood’.
Prices start at €80,310 for the new GLC 220 D 4MATIC AMG Line Plus with the GLC 300e PHEV 4MATIC AMG Line Plus starting at €91,510.
