2016 Mercedes Benz GLC 300 FIRST DRIVE REVIEW

MotoMan drives the all new Mercedes Benz GLC 300 in a very rainy Atlanta, Georgia to demonstrate the rather sizable changes in going from Mercedes GLK to Mercedes GLC SUV –along the way comes up with a rather unusual example to showcase one of the biggest changes that lead to wholly revised driving dynamics . . .

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[DeepPurpleAreKings]

I'm surprised that this channel doesn't have two million subscribers already. High-quality videos, I enjoy them very much. Thank you!

[MrJosefK]

One of the best car reviewers I have come across, in-depth, intelligent and thoughtful! Congratulations!!

[dustinmorris]

I would pick this one hands down! The interior, exterior and fit and finish is like no other. Audi is dated and the Lexus is rough around the edges with polarizing styling. There is simply nothing like the feeling of slipping into the seats of a Mercedes, it makes you feel like you are in a vehicle that should cost you $20k more than it does. I live in Canada, and near the mountain here we can go from hot to cold with snow in a matter of hours. This vehicle has what it takes to do the job for most people here! Very good review as always!!

[ur]

The way you review cars is the best I've seen. Keep up the good work!

[christopherfugle]

I bought a used 2011 GLK because I loved the aggressive looks, interior practicality but in the end the rattle free, high quality fit and finish and the superbly smooth ride won me over. Previously a new top end 2012 Kia Sportage. It was better than I expected but came with every bell and whistle and the clearest rear view camera. I drove a 2007 BMW X3 which handles amazing well, had more get up and go, but drove hard, Hard steering, hard suspension, hard plastic interior. Before that a Element box which was the polar opposite of the X#, soft suspension, no guts, loud, noisy and really ugly. It's only advantage was it could hold a washer and a dryer inside with the back seats removed. So looking back each SUV I drove was good at one thing only. The Kia (good gadgets included) and a fair price, the BMW X3 for handling, the Honda Element for hauling big and bulky stuff....but the MB GLK can haul a lot, it's ride is smooth and refines, it's quiet inside, it handles very well and it's 4Matic system is outstanding in snow and on solid ice where I'm from. It just does so much well. I look forward to driving the GLC in a few years, once the initial fixes come in and they offer a similar V6 that hopefully will be as silky my GLKs is. Location: Northern ski hills in Quebec.

[TallBlondeAU]

Purchased the GLC 300 2 weeks ago. Southeast region of the US. Love it!!

[DeletedSceneZ]

I live in Russia. I had my test drive of the ne GLC 300 (249 hp-hp may differ in other countries). This car is an amazing example of urban-premium crossovers. GLC 300 4matic shocked me(in a good way).
First of all this merc has beatifull interior design which combines retro style details with high tech so called Tron legacy high tech design.
Secondly - car handling, dynamics, suspension systems leaves audis and bmws in the past. Ride comfort is outstanding-like you`re driving S-class(no really I`m not joking.GLC accelerates very confident.
This car gives you the feeling of total control and confidence.

[cratra]

This guy is pretty damn good at doing car reviews. Love all his metaphors. Subscribed straight away.

[vighneshramesh]

I love this SUV's looks. Fabulous interior and compact interior. By far the best looking SUV out there. I think the c class interior works better in this car than the C series.

[Vietboy]

I just did a test drive yesterday and yes it's impressive for a 4 cylinder, we parked on a very steep hill and when I step on the gas hard it just get go quickly no problems, this because the engine’s has 273 lb-ft of torque and come out at just 1, 300 rpm. The driver modes was very responsive in each mode, I can feel the difference reacted of the transmission in each mode.
The style is good looking, no crazy aggressive here, but this is how it style will last longer. I currently drive the 2014 MDX so it make me feel a little small in the GLC but im sure i can get used to it. It's may be a little loud if you step on the gas aggressive but other than that it's fine over all.

[wayfarerza]

Excellent review. I just purchased this vehicle. It's way better than either the X3 or the Q5. Lexus styling too aggressive for me. I have the 250D and I am based in South Africa

[giovanidiamonds]

I thought it was a great review. Some people dont understand high attention to detail and categorize intellectual information as "rambling on". You sold me on this vehicle choice. Returning my 2015 GLK 350 in December.

P.S. I too wish it had a v shaped larger engine & any new updated feedback would be appreciated. Thanks!

[florianberger]

We already bought the GLC250d! It's such a great car!! Pretty expensive here (costs around 60000€) but we love it! Greetings from Austria!

[rampworxriders]

by far for me this is the best looking and elegant 4x4 in the uk. I would have this hands down over any competition even a G63 it's perfect!

[shakesnbake]

How do you not have more subscribers Motoman? I only discovered you a couple of weeks ago and am hooked!! I'm from the UK (where we know about cars lol) and I think you've become my face car guy after Chris Harris!! Brilliant! In answer your question, the Lexus would not feature at all! Would have GLC followed by a tie between X3 and Q5: the beemer for driving dynamics but the Q5 for looks and perceived quality - the GLC is the best of both 😃
Looking forward to the next video 👍🏾

[TXrapidracer]

We just purchased the introductory edition of the GLC 300. It is supposed to come with extras compared the the rest of the line of vehicles, plus there is only 300 of these made. it is amazing. So far we are still learning to play with all the stuff in it and more or less test driving it.

[GlobeTrot]

To answer your question about which between the new GLC, and the Q5, RX, and NX I'd choose, the answer is simple - GLC. Although my reasons are many, I'll surmise it like this:

The three-pointed star on the GLC has lineage that VAG and Toyota simply lack. Not only that, I trust the engineering that has gone into the GLC more so than the flashier cousins of the RAV4, Highlander and the VW Tiguan.

The difference between these cars is the same difference a buyer of a fine timepiece may find when looking at a Rolex. Sure, the fellow in his office that wears a Fossil watch can tell then time just as well as his Rolex can. But at the end of the day, he knows the engineering, know-how, history that went into the Rolex is something you just won't get in a Fossil or Casio watch.

[contractkier]

"Pansy drink you people drink" Ha! love it, I always look forward for your reviews.

[bartosullivan]

Thanks for sharing your insights and an obvious wealth of knowledge with a splash of levity. It's nice when one knows how not to take themselves so seriously. i enjoyed the video drinking my black coffee.

[mariokajin]

As always a very good review not based on burnouts but on technical notes and reasons why and how. Thanks. Keep it CLAssy. I'm from southern EU.