2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43

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Rating8.3

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Compact SUV
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$56,250
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on August 2, 2022

ProsConsWhat's New

One of the fastest accelerating SUVs in its class

The infotainment interface takes some to get used to

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are available in the smartphone integration package

The interior looks elegant and solid in terms of quality

More expensive than some of its rivals

Heated wipers are available as standard

The rear seats offer plenty of room for adult passengers

Specs & Features

$56,250

price

362 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

384 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

torque

9-Speed Automatic w/od

transmission

3.0L 6cyl AWD 9A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2018 Mercedes Benz AMG GLC 43 SUV SUV is a proud member of the compact SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the BMW X3 M40i, the Audi SQ5, and the Jaguar F-Pace S. With just one trim, the AMG GLC 43 starts off at a base price of MSRP $56,250. Its 3.0L twin-turbocharged V6 engine and 9-speed automatic transmission give the SUV 362 horsepower and 384 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 4.8 seconds and boasts a towing capacity of 3,500 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the AMG GLC 43 manages to get a combined EPA rating of 20 MPG, which is just average for the class, with most of its rivals reaching similar numbers. It also has a ground clearance of 6.7 inches.

Buying Advice

Despite offering a single trim level, you almost get all the features you’d want in a German premium SUV which includes, a sport steering wheel, a sport-tuned air suspension, 20-inch wheels and simulated-suede seat inserts, heated front seats and more. In addition to that, you can opt for the Advanced Lighting package which has automatic high-beam control, interior ambient lighting, adaptive LED headlights, and illuminated door sills to make it more convenient to drive.

Trims

    Base
    $56,250 onwards
    • Power seats

Compare to similar cars

Price

$56,250

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.33

Horsepower

362 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

384 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

Capacity

5

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$41,500- $52,100

Gasoline

7.58

252 hp @ 5000 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

5

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$54,300- $58,500

Gasoline

8.41

354 hp @ 6000 rpm

346 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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$47,600- $59,250

Gasoline

7.02

240 hp @ 5000 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

5

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$39,995- $62,995

Gasoline

6.93

310 hp @ 6600 rpm

271 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

5

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$42,065- $63,200

Gasoline

7.99

247 hp @ 5500 rpm

269 lb.-ft. @ 1200 rpm

5

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$60,400

Gasoline

7.97

362 hp @ 5250 rpm

384 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

5

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$73,150- $80,750

Gasoline

7.4

469 hp @ 5500 rpm

479 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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$69,900

Gasoline

7.6

469 hp @ 5500 rpm

479 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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$60,600- $161,600

Gasoline

7.56

300 hp @ 6300 rpm

295 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

5

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2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    5.36 sec--
    3.6 sec-115 mph
    2018 Audi SQ5

    Ranked #2

    5.1 sec13.8 sec155 mph
    5.36 sec-155 mph
    5.7 sec14.1 sec142 mph
    2018 BMW X4

    Ranked #5

    6 sec15.2 sec130 mph

    2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      18 mpg24 mpg20 mpg17.4 gal.313.2/417.6 mi.
      2018 Audi Q5

      Ranked #1

      23 mpg27 mpg25 mpg18.5 gal.425.5/499.5 mi.
      22 mpg27 mpg24 mpg16.6 gal.365.2/448.2 mi.
      2018 BMW X4

      Ranked #3

      20 mpg28 mpg23 mpg17.7 gal.354/495.6 mi.
      20 mpg25 mpg22 mpg19.8 gal.396/495 mi.
      19 mpg26 mpg22 mpg19.4 gal.368.6/504.4 mi.

      2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        183.5 in.76 in.64.1 in.6.7 in.113.1 in.
        191.1 in.78.7 in.67.4 in.8.5 in.114 in.
        189.5 in.75 in.66 in.7.8 in.112.5 in.
        186.3 in.81.5 in.65 in.8.4 in.113.1 in.
        186.1 in.76 in.62.4 in.6.7 in.113.1 in.
        2018 BMW X4

        Ranked #5

        184.3 in.74.1 in.63.9 in.8 in.110.6 in.

        2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          --56.5 cu.ft.
          17.7 cu.ft.-53 cu.ft.
          23.6 cu.ft.100 cu.ft.62.9 cu.ft.
          18 cu.ft.-56.5 cu.ft.
          20.5 cu.ft.-56.5 cu.ft.
          2018 BMW X4

          Ranked #4

          17.7 cu.ft.99 cu.ft.49.4 cu.ft.

          2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            56.5 cu.ft.-56.5 cu.ft.-
            45.4 cu.ft.33.5 cu.ft.45.4 cu.ft.-
            56.5 cu.ft.20.5 cu.ft.56.5 cu.ft.-
            56.5 cu.ft.18 cu.ft.56.5 cu.ft.-
            63.3 cu.ft.17.7 cu.ft.53 cu.ft.-
            2018 BMW X4

            Ranked #6

            51.8 cu.ft.17.7 cu.ft.49.4 cu.ft.-

            2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              3500 lbs.1466 lbs.4145 lbs.
              7716 lbs.1707 lbs.4488 lbs.
              5290 lbs.1545 lbs.3880 lbs.
              4850 lbs.1444 lbs.4462 lbs.
              4409 lbs.1488 lbs.3902 lbs.
              2018 Audi SQ5

              Ranked #5

              4400 lbs.1334 lbs.4321 lbs.

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