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2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The 2016 Mercedes GLC-Class comes to America with a mission. Simply put, the GLC is intended to make us forget the GLK-Class, which it replaces. The new GLC is based loosely on the Mercedes C-Class cars, which is a very good place to start--the outgoing GLK was a little too small and its styling didn’t hit the right tone, so its sales were kaput. Audi and Lexus are basically printing money with their Q5 and NX crossovers and Mercedes needs to do better if it wants to stay relevant in this very important segment. By all appearances, the new GLC-Class will give those number one and two sellers a run for their money.
The first thing Mercedes-Benz fixed on its crossover offering was its size: the new 2016 GLC-class crossover is 5 inches longer and 2 inches wider than the outgoing GLK, spot-on the same size as the Audi and Lexus. These dimensions are also about the same as those of the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, and Nissan Rogue. Crossovers of this size now constitute the largest of all automotive segments, even surpassing the mid-size sedan segment, if you can believe that. The reasons are simple: this size is the smallest a crossover can be while still comfortably moving 5 passengers, and tends to be the perfect size for gear such as hockey bags as well. Sedans, it seems, are going away.
Mercedes-Benz also fixed the crossover's look. The outgoing GLK was boxy, looking a little like a sedan with a raised roof. The new GLC conforms more to its segment’s style and is a little more like the new GLE-Class, the larger 5-passenger Mercedes tasked with taking on the Lexus RX350 (the number one selling premium SUV). Side by side, the new GLC and GLE will be a formidable pair, perhaps finally gaining Mercedes some additional market share.
The 2016 GLC-Class will be only available with the GLC300 drivetrain, a 4-cylinder 2.0-liter turbo--the same as the Lexus, Audi, and BMW X3 (and the Land Rover Discovery Sport...we could keep going). This choice is not a bad one. These engines are tuned for torque at very low RPMs and are almost diesel-like in their performance, but more economical and powerful. Expect 241 hp and about 270 ft-lb of torque from the GLC300, just a tad more than what the competitive vehicles offer--the coming 2.0-liter “horsepower war” should be fun to watch. The engine is mated with a 9-speed automatic transmission; thankfully, Mercedes is not trying out anything new (like a constantly variable transmission) or overtly sporty (like a dual clutch transmission), as a conventional automatic is the best match for these types of vehicles. Mercedes is also planning a plug-in hybrid model and a diesel, though not for the coming model year.
So far we have focused on how similar the new 2016 GLC300 will be to its peers in the luxury compact crossover segment. But the Mercedes' interior should make all the difference (other than in the base trim, which won’t even have leather seats). Upscale GLC300 trims will have a higher level of refinement and employ costlier materials in the cabin as Mercedes improves its game in order to separate itself from the pack.
Infotainment will be the same as in the Mercedes C-Class, and similar overall to other Mercedes vehicles. A large screen will be affixed on top of the center dash, rather than the integrated display screen you'd see elsewhere, and Mercedes’ remote interface will control the infotainment, rather than a simple touchscreen.
Mercedes will also offer a magnetic shock-equipped suspension system on the new GLC-Class, which smooths out bumps without compromising handling. An air suspension will be optional as well. Keep in mind that these options are expensive ways to do a job that competitors are doing well already, particularly the BMW X3.
All the high-tech safety equipment we expect from Mercedes will be offered on the GLC-Class, of course: Cross-wind stabilization, DISTRONIC adaptive cruise control, and forward collision mitigation and prevention. We would be stunned if the new GLC300 isn’t a Top Safety Pick Plus-rated vehicle, but the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has not yet tested it. Check in before you buy.
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class will be advertised as starting near $40K, and one should expect a well-equipped model to be about $50K, approaching $60K with most of the available technology included.
User reviews for 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC
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by Anonymous
Jan 20, 2023
I think this a luxury vehicle. Great for first time suv buyers. Jas alot of class but also can go decently fast..not as zippy as C300 smaller cars but I was impresses for suv. Glad I made this choice. Now it does hold less gas and its premium gas so pay bit more..no regrets!Jan 20, 2023
by Lester M
Nov 29, 2022
Good features,complicated learning systems onstar, spare tire and jack Nov 29, 2022
by Margaret G
Dec 30, 2021
I used to own one and enjoyed it very muchDec 30, 2021
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by Anonymous
Jan 20, 2023
I think this a luxury vehicle. Great for first time suv buyers. Jas alot of class but also can go decently fast..not as zippy as C300 smaller cars but I was impresses for suv. Glad I made this choice. Now it does hold less gas and its premium gas so pay bit more..no regrets!Jan 20, 2023
by Lester M
Nov 29, 2022
Good features,complicated learning systems onstar, spare tire and jack Nov 29, 2022
by Margaret G
Dec 30, 2021
I used to own one and enjoyed it very muchDec 30, 2021
by Thomas W
Dec 15, 2021
Beautiful nice ride cant help with my favorite color
Love this carDec 15, 2021
by David C
Nov 13, 2020
Excellent SUV, great handling lots of power and very smooth ride make this the best choice for sport and comfort.Nov 13, 2020
by Alex D
Nov 07, 2020
Awesome car, small on the outside and big on the inside.Nov 07, 2020
by Cheryl J
Sep 14, 2020
Looking for a GLC with 6cyl in black
Sep 14, 2020
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2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC Pricing
Original MSRP
$38,950 to $40,950Price range
$14,615 to $15,295Average price on CG
$14,618YoY price change
$15,295 to $14,618Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.5 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Memorized settings: steering wheel · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 14
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.27
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: Halogen · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Roof rails: chrome
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Automatic emergency braking: front · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: battery disconnect · Pre-Collision Warning System: audible warning · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front and rear · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: 4-way power lumbar · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leatherette
Stability and Traction
Traction control: with trailer stability control
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: multi-link · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: mbrace · Smart device app function: maintenance status
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Touch screen display radio · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.5 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Memorized settings: steering wheel · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 14
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.27
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Roof rails: chrome
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Automatic emergency braking: front · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: fuel cut-off · Pre-Collision Warning System: audible warning · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leatherette
Stability and Traction
Traction control: with trailer stability control
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: mbrace · Smart device app function: maintenance status
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent