Launched in Malaysia in April this yr, the second-generation Mercedes-Benz GLC is obtainable in a sole fully-imported (CBU) variant known as the GLC300 4Matic AMG Line that retails for RM429,888 on-the-road with out insurance coverage.
At that value, the most recent GLC is costlier when in comparison with rivals just like the BMW X3 and Volvo XC60, each of which don’t cross the RM400,000 mark even of their highest trim ranges. Is it nonetheless price it, then? That’s what Hafriz Shah makes an attempt to reply in his video evaluation, so tune in to search out out what it’s wish to drive and reside with the GLC.
The brand new GLC is bigger than its predecessor, measuring 4,716 mm lengthy (+60 mm), 1,890 mm large (unchanged), 1,640 mm tall (-4 mm) and with a wheelbase that now spans 2,888 mm (+15 mm). These revisions end in a slight change to the inside area, however boot area has been elevated by 70 litres to 620 litres.
Energy comes from an M254 2.0 litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine that serves up 258 PS (255 hp or 190 kW) at 5,800 rpm and 400 Nm of torque from 2,000 to three,200 rpm. The mill is paired with a 9G-Tronic nine-speed computerized transmission and a 4Matic all-wheel drive system that permits a 0-100 km/h time of 6.2 seconds and a prime pace of 240 km/h.
A brand new addition for the GLC is a 48-volt gentle hybrid system that options an built-in starter-generator (ISG) which may present a lift of 23 PS (23 hp or 17 kW) and 200 Nm, whereas offering capabilities equivalent to coasting and extra refined engine start-stop. The SUV additionally will get Agility Management suspension with selective damping and Dynamic Choose drive modes as commonplace.
The AMG Line bundle can be a part of the package checklist, together with 20-inch AMG multi-spoke light-alloy wheels, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, an 11.9-inch central touchscreen, the Mercedes-Benz Person Expertise (MBUX) infotainment system, Thermatic dual-zone local weather management, Nappa leather-based upholstery and autonomous emergency braking.
After watching the video, wanting on the gallery images beneath and going by our complete launch story, would you decide the GLC over its rivals? Share your ideas with us within the feedback beneath.
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