2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class

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Rating8.1

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Compact SUV
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$38,950 - $40,950
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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Balance between price and value

No alternative powertrain is on offer

New model in the Mercedes-Benz family

Minimal outside noise in the cabin

Some competitors have more intuitive tech interface

Premium interior layout

Specs & Features

$38,950

price

241 hp @ 5550 rpm

horsepower

273 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

torque

9-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

2.0L 4cyl RWD 9A

engine

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basic warranty

Overview

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class SUV is a proud member of the compact SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the BMW X3 sDrive28i SUV, the Lexus NX 200t SUV, and the Audi Q5 SUV. With standalone trim, the GLC-Class carries a base price of MSRP of $38,950. Its 2.0L Turbo Inline-4 engine and a 9-speed automatic transmission give the SUV 241 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 6.3 seconds and boasts a maximum towing capacity of 3,500 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the GLC-Class manages to get a combined EPA rating of 24 MPG, which is just average for the class, with most of its rivals reaching similar numbers. It also has a ground clearance of 5.9 inches.

Buying Advice

Among a range of optional packages, we are picking the Driver Assistance Package for additional driving aids such as speed limit assist, Distronic Plus with steering assist, and more. We are also selecting the Interior Package for heated and cooled front seats, ambient lighting, and more.

Trims

    300
    $38,950 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl RWD 9A
    • Horsepower: 241 hp @ 5550 rpm hp
    • Torque: 273 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6 sec
    • Top Speed: 93 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 24 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$38,950- $40,950

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.09

Horsepower

241 hp @ 5550 rpm

Torque

273 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

Capacity

5

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Gasoline

7.73

279 hp @ 6200 rpm

252 lb.-ft. @ 4900 rpm

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Gasoline

7.8

290 hp @ 6200 rpm

252 lb.-ft. @ 4900 rpm

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Gasoline

9.34

354 hp @ 6000 rpm

346 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

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Gasoline

8.2

220 hp @ 4450 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

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Gasoline

7.82

300 hp @ 5800 rpm

300 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

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Gasoline

8.63

300 hp @ 5800 rpm

300 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

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Gasoline

8.7

240 hp @ 5000 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

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Gasoline

8.59

240 hp @ 5000 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

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Gasoline

8.49

252 hp @ 5500 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

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2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    6 sec-93 mph
    2016 Audi SQ5

    Ranked #1

    5.1 sec14.0 sec155 mph
    5.1 sec13.6 sec156 mph
    5.3 sec--
    2016 BMW X4

    Ranked #3

    6 sec15.2 sec130 mph
    2016 BMW X6

    Ranked #4

    6.2 sec14.8 sec124 mph

    2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      22 mpg28 mpg24 mpg17.4 gal.382.80/487.20 mi.
      22 mpg28 mpg25 mpg15.9 gal.349.8/445.2 mi.
      2016 BMW X3

      Ranked #2

      21 mpg28 mpg24 mpg17.7 gal.371.7/495.6 mi.
      21 mpg30 mpg24 mpg18.5 gal.388.5/555 mi.
      20 mpg29 mpg23 mpg16 gal.320/464 mi.
      20 mpg29 mpg23 mpg15.5 gal.310/449.5 mi.

      2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        183.3 in.74.4 in.64.5 in.7 in.113.1 in.
        193.6 in.77.2 in.67.6 in.5.6 in.111 in.
        192.5 in.74.6 in.67.7 in.8.2 in.109.8 in.
        2016 BMW X5

        Ranked #3

        192.4 in.76.3 in.69.4 in.8.2 in.115.5 in.
        2016 BMW X6

        Ranked #4

        192 in.78.1 in.66.5 in.8.3 in.115.5 in.
        190 in.76.1 in.66.2 in.7.8 in.112.2 in.

        2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          20.5 cu.ft.-28.5 cu.ft.
          37.2 cu.ft.108.3 cu.ft.97.1 cu.ft.
          26.9 cu.ft.100.6 cu.ft.57.3 cu.ft.
          18.6 cu.ft.96.8 cu.ft.47.4 cu.ft.
          36.3 cu.ft.105.4 cu.ft.68.3 cu.ft.Jeep USA
          30.8 cu.ft.98.6 cu.ft.67.4 cu.ft.

          2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            28.5 cu.ft.20.5 cu.ft.28.5 cu.ft.-
            51 cu.ft.20.3 cu.ft.51 cu.ft.-
            54.6 cu.ft.17.7 cu.ft.54.6 cu.ft.-
            41.3 cu.ft.26.1 cu.ft.76.9 cu.ft.-
            2016 BMW X3

            Ranked #5

            15.5 cu.ft.27.6 cu.ft.15.5 cu.ft.-
            2016 BMW X6

            Ranked #6

            15.6 cu.ft.26.6 cu.ft.59.7 cu.ft.91 ft.

            2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              3500 lbs.1466 lbs.3892 lbs.
              6200 lbs.1180 lbs.4545 lbs.Jeep USA
              2016 BMW X6

              Ranked #2

              6000 lbs.1110 lbs.4630 lbs.
              2016 BMW X5

              Ranked #3

              5952 lbs.1110 lbs.4680 lbs.
              5291 lbs.1510 lbs.4112 lbs.
              5000 lbs.1464 lbs.4213 lbs.

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