The second-generation 2024 Mercedes-Benz has arrived in Australia, with AMG variants to follow soon.

Snapshot

  • 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC: Everything you need to know
  • Next-gen luxury SUV available with one powertrainu2026 for now
  • Priced from $104,900 plus on-road costs
  • AMG variants confirmed for Q2 2024

UPDATE: Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe priced, and GLC 300 wagon driven

Mercedes-Benz Australia has confirmed pricing and features details for the GLC Coupe, which is due in local showrooms imminently.

We’ve also driven the new-gen GLC 300 petrol on local shores! Hit the link below to read Alex Inwood’s thoughts on Benz’s new mid-sizer.

This story, first published in April, has been updated to reflect the latest information.


Mercedes-Benz GLC priced for Australia

At launch, it is available in GLC 300 form, with the entry-level GLC 200 and plug-in hybrid GLC 300e axed from the local line-up.

Mercedes-Benz Australia said AMG GLC 43 and GLC 63 S E Performance models will follow in the second half of 2024.

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The new-generation GLC 300 is priced from $104,900 before on-road costs, representing a $12,600 jump over the previous GLC 300 – and a $24,100 rise compared to the preceding GLC 200 base model.

Meanwhile, the GLC Coupe is priced from $113,900 before on-road costs – up $10,430 over the previous GLC 300 Coupe.

However, as with the related C-Class sedan, both variants feature a stronger mix of standard equipment than the previous model, with new inclusions previously limited to option packages.

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This includes a panoramic sunroof, a head-up display, heated and power-adjustable front seats, and the AMG Line styling package.

Code-named X254 and C254, the second-generation Mercedes-Benz GLC is built on the latest MRA2 vehicle architecture that underpins the C-Class, E-Class and S-Class sedans.

While it appears to be a low-risk makeover of the current model from the outside, the cabin has been overhauled in line with the C-Class, with a portrait-orientated 11.9-inch MBUX infotainment system and a freestanding digital instrument cluster.

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2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC pricing

Price excludes on-road costs.

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2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC features

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 features

AMG Line exterior package (new)Electric tailgate
11.9-inch MBUX infotainment system (new)Nine-speaker, 225-watt audio system
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (new)Wireless phone charger
Panoramic sunroof (new)DAB+ digital radio
Head-up display (new)Leather-accented upholstery
360-degree camera system with u2018transparent bonnetu2019 (new)Keyless entry and push-button start
Heated front seats (new)Heated, power-folding side mirrors
Front seat electric adjustment with memory (new)LED headlights, tail-lights and daytime running lamps
20-inch AMG alloy wheelsAdaptive suspension
12.3-inch digital instrument clusterRear privacy glass

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Coupe features

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Option packages

Plus Package – $6900

15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D surround-sound audio systemHeat and noise-insulating glass
Digital LightDriver Assistance Package
Adaptive high-beamAugmented reality satellite navigation
Remote theft protection system

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Engine, drivetrain, and fuel economy

The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, with 48-volt mild-hybrid assistance. It produces 190kW and 400Nm – up 30Nm over the previous GLC 300.

Power is sent to all four wheels via a nine-speed torque-converter automatic. A 0-100km/h sprint time of 6.2 seconds is claimed.

Mercedes-Benz claims the 48-volt mild-hybrid system saves fuel, with an estimated combined fuel consumption of 7.7L/100km – down from 8.2L/100km. It supports ‘gliding’, ‘boost’ and ‘recuperation’ functions, and can provide a 17kW and 200Nm boost.

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC fuel economy
GLC 3007.7L/100km175g/km

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Safety

The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC is covered by a five-star ANCAP safety rating, based on testing conducted in 2022.

It scored 92 per cent for adult occupant protection, 92 per cent for child occupant protection, 74 per cent for vulnerable road user protection, and 84 per cent for safety assistance.

As with the related C-Class, the new GLC features a front-centre airbag.

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC active safety features
Autonomous emergency braking (vehicle, pedestrian, cyclist, reverse)Rear cross-traffic alert
Lane-keep assistTraffic sign recognition
Lane departure warningDriver attention monitoring
Blind-spot alertAdaptive cruise control

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Dimensions

The new Mercedes-Benz GLC measures 4716 mm long, 1890mm wide and 1640mm tall, with a 2888mm wheelbase.

The GLC Coupe is 47mm longer than the wagon at 4763 millimetres and 31mm more than the previous GLC Coupe.

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC boot space

With all seats in place, luggage capacity has increased by 50 litres over the previous GLC to 620 litres. The second row can be controlled remotely from the boot, with a 40:20:40 split.

The GLC Coupe has 545 litres of luggage space, expanding to 1490L with the rear seats folded

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Warranty and servicing

As per the wider Mercedes-Benz range, the GLC is covered by the brand’s five-year/unlimited-kilometre warranty.

A complimentary roadside assistance program during the vehicle’s warranty period. The program can be extended for $149.60 per year.

Service pricing can be pre-purchased, consisting of three-, four- or five-year packages with 12-month/25,000km intervals.

Mercedes-Benz has yet to announce pricing for the new GLC; however, service pricing for the previous model can be found below:

Three-yearFour-yearFive-year
$2850$3850$5800

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