2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe

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Rating8.0

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Compact SUV
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$46,600
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Supple and composed ride

Cramped second row for tall passengers

Standard heated wipers

Blessed with handsome looks

Modest cargo space

New interior wood trim

A range of optional comfort and safety features

Final price tag takes a high jump with options

New Smartphone Integration Package included Apple Carplay and Android Auto

Specs & Features

$46,600

price

241 hp @ 5550 rpm

horsepower

273 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

torque

9-Speed Automatic w/od

transmission

2.0L 4cyl AWD 9A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe SUV is a proud member of the compact SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the Porsche Macan SUV, the BMW X4 xDrive28i SUV, and the Audi Q5 SUV. With a single trim, the GLC-Class carries a base price of MSRP $46,600. 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 6.4 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 5.7 inches.

Buying Advice

The GLC-Class Coupe SUV has a default all-wheel drive setup, unlike the GLC-Class sibling. However, it is highly customizable. Our pick is the Premium Driver Assistance Package and the Smartphone Integration Package. Furthermore, a heated steering wheel cooled, heated front seats, heated rear seats, and more are given as standalone options.

Trims

    300
    $46,600 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl AWD 9A
    • Horsepower: 241 hp @ 5550 rpm hp
    • Torque: 273 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 24 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$46,600

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.03

Horsepower

241 hp @ 5550 rpm

Torque

273 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

Capacity

5

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Gasoline

7

279 hp @ 6200 rpm

252 lb.-ft. @ 4900 rpm

5

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Gasoline

7.55

280 hp @ 5200 rpm

306 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

5

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$42,600- $57,200

Gasoline

8.55

252 hp @ 5000 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

4

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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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$34,950- $52,050

Gasoline

8.33

248 hp @ 5200 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

4

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$43,300- $60,700

Gasoline

8.51

248 hp @ 5200 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

4

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Gasoline

7.25

335 hp @ 5500 rpm

369 lb.-ft. @ 1520 rpm

4

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Gasoline

7.69

248 hp @ 5200 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

5

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Gasoline

7.02

240 hp @ 5000 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

5

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2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    6 sec--
    4.4 sec13.1 sec130 mph
    2018 BMW X3

    Ranked #2

    4.7 sec13.2 sec155 mph
    5.3 sec14.1 sec130 mph
    5.5 sec14.3 sec130 mph
    2018 Audi A5

    Ranked #4

    5.5 sec14.2 sec130 mph

    2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      22 mpg27 mpg24 mpg17.4 gal.382.8/469.8 mi.
      2018 Audi A5

      Ranked #1

      24 mpg33 mpg29 mpg15.3 gal.367.2/504.9 mi.
      21 mpg35 mpg28 mpg13.7 gal.328.8/479.5 mi.
      21 mpg34 mpg27 mpg15.8 gal.379.2/537.2 mi.
      2018 Audi Q5

      Ranked #4

      23 mpg27 mpg25 mpg18.5 gal.425.5/499.5 mi.
      22 mpg30 mpg25 mpg20 gal.440/600 mi.

      2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        186.3 in.74.4 in.64.5 in.6.1 in.113.1 in.
        189.5 in.75 in.66 in.7.8 in.112.5 in.
        189.1 in.80 in.65.5 in.8 in.113 in.
        186.3 in.81.5 in.65 in.8.4 in.113.1 in.
        2018 BMW X3

        Ranked #4

        185.9 in.74.4 in.66 in.8 in.112.8 in.
        184.6 in.74.9 in.66 in.8.1 in.111 in.

        2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          18 cu.ft.-56.5 cu.ft.
          2018 Audi A5

          Ranked #1

          11.6 cu.ft.100.6 cu.ft.79.2 cu.ft.
          17.7 cu.ft.-53 cu.ft.
          2018 BMW X4

          Ranked #4

          17.7 cu.ft.99 cu.ft.49.4 cu.ft.
          33.5 cu.ft.95.1 cu.ft.45.4 cu.ft.
          34.6 cu.ft.95.3 cu.ft.62.8 cu.ft.

          2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            56.5 cu.ft.18 cu.ft.56.5 cu.ft.-
            63.3 cu.ft.17.7 cu.ft.53 cu.ft.-
            6.9 cu.ft.13.8 cu.ft.6.9 cu.ft.122 ft.
            43.8 cu.ft.34.6 cu.ft.62.8 cu.ft.-
            2018 Audi A5

            Ranked #5

            79.2 cu.ft.11.6 cu.ft.79.2 cu.ft.-
            41 cu.ft.15.7 cu.ft.41 cu.ft.76 ft.

            2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              3500 lbs.1422 lbs.4001 lbs.
              5291 lbs.1228 lbs.4217 lbs.
              5290 lbs.1545 lbs.3880 lbs.
              4409 lbs.1560 lbs.3854 lbs.
              4409 lbs.1488 lbs.3902 lbs.
              2018 Audi Q5

              Ranked #4

              4400 lbs.1411 lbs.4045 lbs.

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