2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 - POV Driving Impressions

GLC 4MATIC SUV
2.0L Inline-4 Turbo Engine (with Mild Hybrid)
255 Horsepower
295 Ib-ft of Torque
9G-TRONIC 9-Speed Automatic Transmission
23 MPG City, 31 MPG Highway
ECO Start/Stop
4MATIC® All-Wheel Drive
MSRP $49,100
Cirrus Silver Metallic $750
111 AMG Black MB-Tex
51U Black Headliner
757 Piano Black Lacquer Center Console
H04 Natural Grain Black Wood w/ Aluminum Lines Trim $200

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT AND VALUE ADDED PACKAGES
R01 Summer High-Performance Tires
RVO 20" AMG Multispoke Wheels, w/ Black Accents $850
401 Ventilated Front Seats $450
413 Panorama Roof $1500
443 Heated Steering Wheel $250
536 SiriusXM Sattelite Radio w/ 6-Month Trial $350
72B Advance USB Package $300

$1950 DA2 Driver Assistance Package: Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC®, Active
Steering Assist, Active Lane Change Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist,
PRE- SAFE® PLUS, Active Blind Spot Assist, Active Brake Assist w/ Cross-
Traffic Function, Evasive Steering Assist, Active Emergency Stop Assist,
Active Speed Limit Assist, Route-Based Speed Adaptation

$200 DC1 Night Package: High-Gloss Black Elements: Front Splitter, Grille Trim,
Rear Diffuser, Side Mirrors, Window Trim, and Roof Rails

$3450 DG3 AMG Line: AMG® Body Styling, Brushed Aluminum Sport Pedals w/ Rubber
Studs. MB-Tex Instrument Panel and Beltlines in Black Nappa look, Flat-
Bottom Multifunction Sport Steering Wheel, AMG Floormats, Perforated Front
Brake Discs w/ Mercedes-Benz Calipers, Wheel Arch Trim Painted in Body
Color

$2250 DX1 Exclusive Trim: Surround View System, GUARD 360°, Burmester® Surround
Sound System, Illuminated Door Sills, Enhanced Ambient Lighting, MB
Navigation

Destination & Delivery $0.00
Total Retail Price $61,600

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[TheTopher]

BREAKING! To turn on the heated steering wheel you have to ask it “hey Mercedes, turn on my heated steering wheel.” Also, when you turn on the heated seat, it turns on the steering wheel as well. Mystery solved. Just give us a button next time? 🥴

[AndersQ]

The fact that, in your mind, simultaneously heating and ventilating the seats equates to Total Baller Status is a big reason why I like you, TheTopher.

[nazimhenni]

It's been 4 years since I started following you, learned so much about cars thanks to you, thank you for what you do man.

[postalpancho]

I just hit 1k miles on my 2023 GLC. Love the new drivetrain. The car is very well behaved but is capable of being very playful on curvy roads if you demand it. Plenty of power for passing and dusting most cars on. Not a Supra but for a family car it gets the job done and has just enough performance to have a little fun if you want to. The build quality is very good, absolutely no rattles or squeaks unlike an Escalade.

[AtlantaGuns]

My bro just got this car he said nothing but problems so far. The rear cam stop working after each update (3x already) The window trim is coming loose after 2 weeks. Very luxurious and smooth ride though.

[gameboyttv]

My 2018 GLC 300 still going strong 81k miles! I like the rear tail lights on mine over these newer ones.

[adk]

Seems devoid of emotion or excitement but a brilliant transportation device. Thanks for taking us for the drive.

[STEELZYX]

The navigation system is like a PS vita.

[chuckskiles]

I love my fully loaded 2022, my second GLC 300. It was a lot more than $61K!

[admin-tsuv]

Another tablet for the instrument cluster, just what we needed, they wont even bother putting a shade on top of it to avoid glare.

[krevdk]

Will it squeak like all the mercedes products starting from 2012 or you have to pay a bit extra for that?

[Ddronron]

Pretty good overview but you barely mention the driver seats, a big miss in my opinion. How are the cushions, side bolsters, and headrests? Seats are critical and I am surprised how little focus they are given by many car reviewers....

[CuriousGeorge]

I'm surprised to say, I like it! I think recent Mercedes tend to be fussy and flashy and overpriced, this seems straightforward, functional, and handsome. The lack of a volume knob is the "bad" Mercedes--I mean, why? A silver knob would be sweet.
Thanks Chris, all the best.

[Darx]

Wish the trim on the dash with lines continued on the center console instead of the glossy crap

[RuPrikol]

I don't like this popular trend with touch-buttons only. This not safety and looking not good... I think, buttons for climate system and volume audio, that minimum must be mechanical. This buttons you can use not look on they

[Poltsi]

On the right panel at the bottom you can increase/decrease the volume by single step - just press at 'minus' or 'plus'

[sfeldman]

How is the comfort ? Is this a 4 cylinder ?

[bv]

I expected a wayy higher msrp than 50k. with everything being outrageously expensive nowadays I actually thought 50k is on the cheaper end for a 2024 luxury model.... still cant afford it tho lol

[nikiller]

4:01 you can press on the volume up and down on the bar below the screen.

[ARentz]

This was a nice tour of the car. Those are pretty beefy tires for a GLC 300, no? 285 in the rear is performance-car territory.