2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43

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Rating8.1

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Compact SUV
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$57,000
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on July 30, 2022

ProsConsWhat's New

Drop-dead gorgeous interior and exterior design

Cargo space isn't its best facility

Among other standard features, the Heated front seats and a household power outlet are now standard for the model year

Supple ride quality and quiet as it is gorgeous

A fuel guzzler

Off-Road Engineering package and tri-zone climate control are now available for purchase

A perfectly paired performance capabilities

Specs & Features

$57,000

price

362 hp @ 5250 rpm

horsepower

384 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

torque

9-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.0L 6cyl AWD 9A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 is a proud member of the compact SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the Cadillac XT5, the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, and the BMW X3 M40i. Spread across a single trim, the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 starts off at a base price of MSRP $57,000. Its 3.5L twin-turbocharged V6 and 9-speed automatic transmission give the SUV 362 horsepower and 384 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 4.9 seconds and boasts a towing capacity of 3,500 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 manages to get a combined EPA rating of 21 MPG, a poor number for the class, giving its rivals an edge. It also has a ground clearance of 7 inches.

Buying Advice

Mercedez Benz has managed to make its 2019 AMG GLC 43 a stunning SUV both in the aspect of luxury and performance in one single trim. The array of optional features can help people who are if by any chance, unsatisfied with the standard features and comfort.

Trims

    Base
    $57,000 onwards
    • Engine: 3.0L 6cyl AWD 9A
    • Horsepower: 362 hp @ 5250 rpm hp
    • Torque: 384 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 4.71 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 21 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$57,000

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.07

Horsepower

362 hp @ 5250 rpm

Torque

384 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

Capacity

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Gasoline

7.66

248 hp @ 5200 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

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Gasoline

7.64

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331 lb.-ft. @ 1340 rpm

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Gasoline

7.72

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258 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

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Gasoline

6.37

310 hp @ 6600 rpm

271 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

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Gasoline

7.54

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269 lb.-ft. @ 1200 rpm

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Gasoline

7.39

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273 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

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Gasoline

8.74

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369 lb.-ft. @ 1370 rpm

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Gasoline

7.98

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Gasoline

7.35

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273 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

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2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    4.71 sec--
    4.08 sec--
    4.1 sec--
    4.13 sec--
    4.74 sec--
    5.1 sec13.7 sec-

    2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      19 mpg25 mpg21 mpg17.4 gal.330.6/435 mi.
      2019 BMW X3

      Ranked #1

      23 mpg30 mpg26 mpg17.2 gal.395.6/516 mi.
      2019 BMW X4

      Ranked #2

      22 mpg29 mpg25 mpg17.2 gal.378.4/498.8 mi.
      2019 Audi Q5

      Ranked #3

      22 mpg27 mpg24 mpg18.5 gal.407/499.5 mi.
      22 mpg27 mpg24 mpg21.7 gal.477.4/585.9 mi.
      19 mpg26 mpg22 mpg19.4 gal.368.6/504.4 mi.

      2019 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.
        196.9 in.78.1 in.73.6 in.8.7 in.115 in.
        193.6 in.78 in.66.7 in.7.4 in.113.9 in.
        191 in.76.2 in.69.4 in.7.2 in.114.8 in.
        189.5 in.75 in.66 in.7.8 in.112.5 in.
        2019 BMW X4

        Ranked #5

        187.5 in.75.5 in.63.8 in.8 in.112.8 in.

        2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          17.6 cu.ft.-56.5 cu.ft.
          27.1 cu.ft.102.6 cu.ft.60.3 cu.ft.
          33.5 cu.ft.145.4 cu.ft.94.1 cu.ft.
          38.2 cu.ft.-80.3 cu.ft.
          31.8 cu.ft.-68.6 cu.ft.
          17.6 cu.ft.102.5 cu.ft.49.4 cu.ft.

          2019 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.17.6 cu.ft.56.5 cu.ft.-
            70.7 cu.ft.38.2 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.-
            67.9 cu.ft.17.6 cu.ft.49.4 cu.ft.-
            127.5 cu.ft.27.1 cu.ft.60.3 cu.ft.-
            46.6 cu.ft.17.6 cu.ft.52.9 cu.ft.-
            2019 BMW X3

            Ranked #6

            15.5 cu.ft.28.7 cu.ft.62.7 cu.ft.-

            2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              3500 lbs.1466 lbs.4149 lbs.
              7716 lbs.1794 lbs.4974 lbs.
              7700 lbs.1862 lbs.4377 lbs.
              7200 lbs.1486 lbs.5203 lbs.
              5291 lbs.1550 lbs.3870 lbs.
              4850 lbs.1444 lbs.4475 lbs.

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