2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 63

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Rating8.1

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Compact SUV
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$73,900
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on June 4, 2022

ProsConsWhat's New

Engine delivers thrilling performance

Sub-par cargo room compared to rivals

Standard front and rear parking sensors

Standard list of features and equipment

Ground clearance could be a concern

Standard 360-degree exterior camera system

Competent fit and finish

Added one new color -Cirrus Silver

Specs & Features

$73,900

price

469 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

479 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

torque

9-Speed Automatic w/od

transmission

4.0L 8cyl AWD 9A

engine

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basic warranty

Overview

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 63 SUV is a proud member of the compact SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio, Porsche Macan Turbo, and the BMW X3 M. Spread across one single trim, the AMG GLC 63 starts off at a base price of MSRP $74,950. Its 4.0L twin-turbocharged V8 engine and 9-speed automatic gearbox give the SUV 469 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 3.6 seconds and boasts a towing capacity of 3,500 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the AMG GLC 63 manages to get a combined EPA rating of 17 MPG, which is just average for the class, with most of its rivals reaching similar numbers. It also has a ground clearance of 6.2 inches.

Buying Advice

With just one trim on offer, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 63 SUV hits right at the spot for those who seek performance without any faded luxury. It also tries to justify the price tag with the decent standard features and equipment along with the MB’s quality. 

Trims

    Base
    $73,900 onwards
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • Front passenger Lumbar support
    • Heated mirrors
    • Mb Navigation
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers
    • Rear Fog/driving lights

Compare to similar cars

Price

$26,850- $42,450

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.59

Horsepower

191 hp @ 6100 rpm

Torque

181 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

Capacity

5

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$25,000- $37,500

Gasoline

6.75

170 hp @ 5600 rpm

203 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

5

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$52,900- $64,700

Gasoline

8.55

349 hp @ 5400 rpm

369 lb.-ft. @ 1370 rpm

5

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$25,370- $37,505

Gasoline

7.63

187 hp @ 6000 rpm

186 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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$26,795- $39,945

Gasoline

7.33

182 hp @ 5800 rpm

176 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

5

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$24,885- $36,155

Gasoline

7.26

181 hp @ 6000 rpm

190 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

5

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$38,400- $51,000

Gasoline

7.2

272 hp @ 6500 rpm

280 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

5

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$52,100- $84,600

Gasoline

7.57

248 hp @ 5000 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

5

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$84,500

Gasoline

8.17

503 hp @ 5500 rpm

516 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

5

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$27,210- $38,975

Gasoline

6.13

180 hp @ 6250 rpm

171 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

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2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 63 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    4.15 sec--
    3.97 sec--
    4.17 sec--
    4.52 sec--
    4.56 sec--
    2021 Audi SQ5

    Ranked #6

    4.7 sec13.6 sec155 mph

    2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 63 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      15 mpg22 mpg17 mpg17.4 gal.261/382.8 mi.
      27 mpg35 mpg30 mpg14.5 gal.391.5/507.5 mi.
      26 mpg33 mpg29 mpg18.5 gal.481/610.5 mi.
      25 mpg31 mpg28 mpg14.8 gal.370/458.8 mi.
      2021 BMW X3

      Ranked #4

      23 mpg29 mpg27 mpg17.2 gal.430/498.8 mi.
      25 mpg28 mpg27 mpg18.8 gal.-

      2021 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.
        204.3 in.78.8 in.69.9 in.7.7 in.120.9 in.
        191.3 in.73 in.66.4 in.8.7 in.108.1 in.
        188.8 in.75.9 in.68.3 in.8 in.112.2 in.
        188.4 in.74.8 in.66.3 in.8.2 in.108.9 in.

        2021 BMW X4 M

        Ranked #5

        187.5 in.75.9 in.63.7 in.8 in.112.8 in.

        2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 63 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          17.6 cu.ft.-56.5 cu.ft.
          39.2 cu.ft.113.9 cu.ft.73.4 cu.ft.
          32.5 cu.ft.109 cu.ft.75.7 cu.ft.
          31.6 cu.ft.105.4 cu.ft.74.1 cu.ft.
          12 cu.ft.123.9 cu.ft.65.7 cu.ft.
          29.7 cu.ft.103 cu.ft.63.3 cu.ft.

          2021 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
            56.5 cu.ft.17.6 cu.ft.56.5 cu.ft.-
            75.7 cu.ft.32.5 cu.ft.75.7 cu.ft.-
            13 cu.ft.36.4 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.-
            54.7 cu.ft.-54.7 cu.ft.-Jeep USA
            2021 Audi SQ5

            Ranked #5

            57.5 cu.ft.25.8 cu.ft.54 cu.ft.76 ft.
            34 cu.ft.17.6 cu.ft.36.1 cu.ft.-

            2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 63 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              3500 lbs.-4546 lbs.
              5500 lbs.-3638 lbs.
              5000 lbs.1814 lbs.4359 lbs.
              4409 lbs.1435 lbs.4099 lbs.
              2021 BMW X3

              Ranked #4

              4400 lbs.1019 lbs.3931 lbs.
              2021 Audi SQ5

              Ranked #4

              4400 lbs.1036 lbs.4288 lbs.

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