2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 63

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$73,750
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Updated on October 24, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Big Burly AMG V8 engine

Low cargo volume

No many major updates

Well-appointed interiors

Limited headroom due to sloping roofline

Composed and smooth ride

Swift acceleration

Specs & Features

$73,750

price

469 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

479 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

torque

9-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

4.0L 8cyl AWD 9A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Amongst a range of luxury and performance SUVs, Mercedes strikes with its AMG variant of the GLC-Class with upmost luxury and power packed performance alongside sporty driving dynamics. With the 2020 Mercedes AMG GLC 63, the marque shows why it's one of the oldest surviving manufacturers in the world. With the most opulent and powerful SUV of the GLC class, right below 63 S, the AMG GLC 63 comes fully loaded up with features and stands as a power packed performer.

Buying Advice

With the list of features of luxury, safety, and performance offered in the AMG GLC 63, the SUV holds credible on all fronts. From a list of packages available, you could take a look and decide which bundle of features entices you.

Comparative Analysis against Competition

At a base price of $70,800, the heavy duty is powered by a 4.0L V8 Biturbo engine mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission and drives with the marque's 4Matic system and limited-rear slip differential.

In its competition, the Mercedes sees stiff rivalry along the likes of Jaguar F-Pace SVR, Range Rover Sport, and the Maserati Levante. Read on the review to find out if the German packs enough arsenal from Stuttgart to take on these powerful SUVs.

Features
8.0/10

Priced at $70,800, the 2020 Mercedes Benz AMG GLC 63 comes in a single configuration. The luxury SUV houses an extensive list of plush features and advanced safety tech. Along with the heavy duty, the marque also offers incredible driving dynamics partly thanks to the its 4Matic system and comes with limited-slip rear differential.

Trims

AMG GLC 63 4Matic SUV

MSRP

$70,800

Key Features

Blind Spot Assist

 

Power Liftgate

 

Handcrafted AMG V8 Engine

 

4Matic All-Wheel drive

 

AMG Dynamic Select

 

AMG Sport Suspension based on AirMatic

 

Aluminum Shift Paddles

 

AMG Body Styling

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With the list of features of luxury, safety, and performance offered in the AMG GLC 63, the SUV holds credible on all fronts. From a list of packages available, you could take a look and decide which bundle of features entices you.

Fuel Economy
5.0/10

Like its previous iteration, sticking by its fuel guzzling philosophy is the powerful and brawny GLC 63 that gives an economy of 16 MPG in the city and 22 MPG on the highway, thus making up an average combined economy of 18 MPG.

Model

Mercedes AMG GLC 63 4MATIC

Jaguar F-pace SVR

Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR

Maserati Levante GTS 3.8L

2018 BMW X5 M

MPG (city)

16

16

15

N/A

14

MPG (highway)

22

22

20

N/A

19

MPG (combined)

18

18

16

N/A

16

Tank Capacity (gal)

17.4

21.7

27.6

21.1

N/A

Despite being an average power-packed performer, the GLC 63 is on par with the rest of the competition. In fact, it leads the field alongside the F-Pace SVR.

Interior
7.5/10

“The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class uses a plush ride and a lush cabin to captivate crowds—and trumps it all with the AMG card.” -thecarconnection

Seating and Comfort

Inside the cabin of the GLC 63, the interior houses lush features as well as comfort that help the driver all through the ride. Its trim and design has luxury abound while built with upmost quality material. It has a headroom of 41.1 inches in the front and 38.3 inches in the back, a shoulder room of 57.3 inches in the front, and 55.8 inches in the back and a spacious leg room of 40.8 inches in the front and 37.2 inches in the back. However due to the sloping roofline of this SUV, headspace is a bit limited.

Model

Mercedes AMG GLC 63 4MATIC

Jaguar F-pace SVR

Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR

Maserati Levante GTS 3.8L

2018 BMW X5 M

Passenger capacity

5

5

5

5

5

Front (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)

41.1/57.3/40.8

37.8/57.7/40.3

38.7/60.7/42.2

N/A

39.8/60.5/40.4

Second

(Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)

38.3/55.8/37.2

37.5/55.8/37.2

39.1/59.5/37

N/A

38.8/58.3/36.6

With such dimensions, this 5-seater is quite spacious than most of its competitors and can easily fit in 5 people without making them cramped.

Infotainment features

The GLC 63 comes with the COMAND infotainment system with a touch pad controller and an 8 inch display screen. This system is quite responsive and eases the job of the driver while driving without getting distracted. Some of the other infotainment and multimedia features in this are:

  • COMAND with touchpad controller
  • 8-inch high-resolution color screen
  • COMAND navigation
  • Dual USB audio ports
  • HD Radio receiver
  • SiriusXM Radio with 6-month All Access trial

Interior Features

Some interior features included in the GLC 63 are –

  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • 3 years of Mercedes me connect services
  • Mercedes me Assist Services
  • Remote Start via Mercedes me Mobile App
  • Heated front seats
  • 40/20/40-split rear seats with power folding
  • Power-folding side mirrors
  • MB-Tex/DINAMICA upholstery
  • KEYLESS-START
  • KEYLESS-GO
  • Refined cargo compartment
  • Retractable luggage cover
  • Storage Package
  • HomeLink garage door opener
  • Brake HOLD feature

Cargo volume

At the trunk, the 2020 GLC 63 provides you with subpar cargo volume to load it up with all the necessities you require. It has a cargo volume of 17.6 cubic feet with the seats up and 49.4 with seats down. However its rivals easily outperform this SUV .

Model

Mercedes AMG GLC 63 4MATIC

Jaguar F-pace SVR

Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR

Maserati Levante GTS 3.8L

2018 BMW X5 M

Cargo Volume (ft.3)

17.6

33.5

24.8

19.4

35.8

Cargo Volume (ft.3) (second row folded)

49.4

N/A N/A N/A

76.7

Exterior
7.0/10

“The 2020 GLC-Class fits a gorgeous cabin in a crisp shape.” -thecarconnection

Going into the new iteration and year, nothing much has changed in the GLC 63’s aesthetic over the past couple of years. Being a part of the first generation, the 2020 Mercedes AMG GLC 63 SUV remains quite identical to its predecessors. It weighs 4500 pound and is 187 inches in length, 76 inches in width and 62.2 inches in height. Off-roading is not this SUV’s forte for it sits just 6.2 inches from the ground.

Model

Mercedes AMG GLC 63 4MATIC

Jaguar F-pace SVR

Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR

Maserati Levante GTS 3.8L

2018 BMW X5 M

Curb weight (lbs.)

4511

4395

5093

4649

5260

Length(in)

186.8

186.5

192.2

197

192.7

Width(in)

76

81.5

81.6

77.5

78.1

Height(in)

62.2

65.0

71.0

66.1

67.6

Ground clearance (in)

6.2

8.4

8.4

N/A

8.1

Wheelbase (in)

113.1

113.1

115.1

118.3

115.5

Track width (in) F/R

66.3/65.7

64.6/65.1

66.5/66.3

63.9/66

65.6/65.6

Exterior Features

  • AMG body styling
  • Aluminum roof rails
  • 20-inch AMG 5-spoke wheels
  • Side-mirror logo projectors
  • AMG-specific grille
  • Muscle on every surface
  • Privacy glass

Safety
7.0/10

The Mercedes AMG GLC 63 is quite filled up with advanced features, and that list of features include quite a good number of Safety features to keep you safe while driving. They are:

  • Active Brake Assist
  • Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call
  • ATTENTION ASSIST
  • Crosswind Assist
  • LED Daytime Running Lamps
  • LED headlamps and taillamps
  • Blind Spot Assist
  • Rearview camera
  • PRE-SAFE
  • Seat belt technology
  • 7 air bags
  • Adaptive braking technology
  • Antilock Braking System (ABS)
  • Brake Assist (BAS®)
  • Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
  • 4-wheel Electronic Traction System (4-ETS)

IIHS and NHTSA have not yet rated this car yet.

Competition
8.0/10

2020 Mercedes Benz AMG GLC 63 SUV vs Jaguar F-Pace SVR

The 2020 Jaguar F-Pace SVR is the topmost performance of the Jaguar’s SUV class. It comes with a supercharged V8 engine which has been well tuned to perform like a hellcat that just got unleashed from the hell. Now on the other hand when we look at the in the 2020 Mercedes AMG GLC 63, it gives a cut throat competition to this Jaguar in all aspects. But what turns the tables is that the F-Pace is way more economic than the GLC 63.

2020 Mercedes Benz AMG GLC 63 SUV vs Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR

The 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR comes from a family of one of the most power-packed heavy duties that has existed in the market for quite some time. The Land Rover has made this Range rover to be a total package that any SUV can offer. When compared to the GLC 63, it is quite a power-packed performer and has an upper hand in most of the other aspects too. So spending a $10,000 more for a better product seems to be quite a justifiable option.

2020 Mercedes Benz AMG GLC 63 SUV vs Maserati Levante GTS

The 2020 Maserati Levante GTS makes its debut into the market of midsize power-packed Luxury SUVs this year. Well it’s quick, comfortable and quite updated. But still after looking at what what the GLC provides at a lesser price, the price that you pay for this Levante might not feel so justified. Going for the 63 S seems like a better option here than going for the Levante.

Final Verdict

Having existed in the market for a while now, Mercedes still has the GLC Class’ in its infancy and requires a few miles to go before it perfects its craft and dynamics. There are still some drawbacks that they have to work on with the 2020 AMG GLC 63 such as design change, improving its performance, etc. as the competition has excellent alternatives to the Silver Arrow.

Trims

    Base
    $73,750 onwards
    • Engine: 4.0L 8cyl AWD 9A
    • Horsepower: 469 hp @ 5500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 479 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 4.11 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 18 mpg

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Price

$73,750

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

6.81

Horsepower

469 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

479 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

Capacity

5

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Gasoline

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469 hp @ 5500 rpm

479 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

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2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 63 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    4.11 sec--
    4.13 sec-114 mph
    4.51 sec13.8 sec-
    4.53 sec12.1 sec-
    2020 Audi SQ5

    Ranked #5

    5.1 sec13.8 sec155 mph
    6.4 sec15.0 sec135 mph

    2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 63 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      16 mpg22 mpg18 mpg17.4 gal.278.4/382.8 mi.
      2020 BMW X3

      Ranked #1

      25 mpg29 mpg27 mpg17.2 gal.430/498.8 mi.
      22 mpg27 mpg24 mpg21.7 gal.477.4/585.9 mi.
      18 mpg24 mpg21 mpg17.4 gal.313.2/417.6 mi.
      18 mpg24 mpg21 mpg17.4 gal.313.2/417.6 mi.
      2020 Audi SQ5

      Ranked #4

      18 mpg23 mpg20 mpg18.5 gal.333/425.50 mi.

      2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 63 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        184.3 in.76 in.64 in.6.4 in.113.1 in.

        2020 BMW X4 M

        Ranked #1

        187.5 in.75.9 in.63.7 in.8 in.112.8 in.
        186.9 in.76 in.62.4 in.6.4 in.113.1 in.
        186.3 in.76.2 in.65 in.8.4 in.113.1 in.

        2020 BMW X3 M

        Ranked #4

        186.2 in.74.7 in.65.6 in.8 in.112.8 in.
        186.1 in.76 in.62.5 in.6.7 in.113.1 in.

        2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 63 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          17.6 cu.ft.-40.6 cu.ft.
          33.5 cu.ft.145.7 cu.ft.95.4 cu.ft.
          2020 Audi SQ5

          Ranked #2

          25.1 cu.ft.63 cu.ft.53.1 cu.ft.
          17.6 cu.ft.-56.5 cu.ft.
          17.6 cu.ft.-49.4 cu.ft.
          17.6 cu.ft.-36.1 cu.ft.

          2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 63 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            40.6 cu.ft.17.6 cu.ft.40.6 cu.ft.-
            95.4 cu.ft.33.5 cu.ft.95.4 cu.ft.-
            2020 Audi SQ5

            Ranked #3

            57.5 cu.ft.25.1 cu.ft.53.1 cu.ft.76 ft.
            2020 BMW X3

            Ranked #4

            15.5 cu.ft.28.7 cu.ft.62.7 cu.ft.-
            49.4 cu.ft.17.6 cu.ft.49.4 cu.ft.-
            56.5 cu.ft.17.6 cu.ft.56.5 cu.ft.-

            2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 63 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              3500 lbs.1142 lbs.4546 lbs.
              5291 lbs.1550 lbs.3870 lbs.
              2020 Audi SQ5

              Ranked #2

              4400 lbs.1036 lbs.4321 lbs.
              2020 BMW X3

              Ranked #2

              4400 lbs.893 lbs.3931 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1283 lbs.4235 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1189 lbs.4579 lbs.

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