The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class is a premium compact SUV that has been facelifted for an edgier and sportier appeal. The designers at Mercedes-Benz have added many signature design elements to the all-new GLC-Class for an authoritative yet modern-day vehicle appeal.
While the exterior of the all-new Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class has received some minor updates, the interior offers many updated technologies along with latest convenience features to deliver an unparalleled in-cabin experience.
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class comes with three high-performance engine options and in three trim levels in the UAE. Mercedes-Benz has added a wide variety of standard and optional advanced safety features and driver-assistance technologies to make this SUV a force to be reckoned with in the luxury family SUV segment.
Here is a detailed review of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class available in the UAE with a closer look at its design, performance, safety features and more.
Design of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class has been facelifted for an edgier and more aggressive look. The exterior of the SUV boasts a new design for headlights and taillights while the grille has been updated to add to the sporty appeal of the vehicle. The interior of the SUV has been designed to be spacious and has been fitted with a wide range of advanced technologies and convenience features for the utmost comfort of the occupants.
Exterior
The exterior of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class looks exceptionally aggressive and sporty, thanks to its long wheelbase and muscular appeal. The front fascia features brand new LED headlights that are now more angular than before.
The signature Mercedes-Benz grille is now larger and wider with bold chrome accents to add to the sporty appeal of the vehicle. Below the grille is a large air dam that is flanked by larger air intakes on either side to enhance the engine cooling function and improve the performance of the vehicle.
While looking at the vehicle from the sides, one would immediately notice the muscular and wider fenders, 17-inch alloy wheels and its wide and athletic stance that accentuates the commanding look of the vehicle. At the rear of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class are wraparound LED taillights and dual chrome exhaust pipes that add to the sporty appeal of the vehicle.
The exterior of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class is available in 12 colors that are Black, Cavansite Blue, Citrine Brown, Design Citrine Brown Magno, Designo Diamond White, Designo Hyacinth Red Metallic, Diamond Silver, Iridium Silver, Obsidian Black, Polar White, Selenite Grey and Tenorite Grey.
Also read: 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class with Turbocharged Engine Options
Interior
The interior of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class has been laced with premium materials and latest technologies to ensure that all 5 occupants enjoy the ride at all times. The cabin features real wood accents, elegant aluminum trims and premium leather upholstery that add to the luxury appeal of the cabin.
The front of the cabin has been fitted with 14-way power adjustable driver seat with memory setting. The front seats come with heating setting whereas the rear of the cabin has been fitted with 40/20/40 split power folding seats that can be folded down to increase the cargo capacity of the vehicle to 56.5 cubic feet.
As for the in-cabin technologies, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class has been fitted with Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control, 7-inch Color Touchscreen, 5.7-inch Driver’s Display, Bluetooth, Navigation System, Premium Audio System, Voice Command System, HD Radio and a lot more.
Performance of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class
The all-new Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class delivers an unparalleled driving experience, thanks to its powerful drivetrain and exceptional performance-enhancing features. The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class is a front-wheel drive SUV that is also available with 4Matic All-wheel Drive System.
The SUV comes with three engine options, all of which are paired with 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission. In keeping with Mercedes-Benz’s reputation as an innovative brand, this 9-speed automatic transmission is the first in the world that can be used with longitudinally mounted engines.
One of the outstanding performance-enhancing features of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class includes the optional Air Body Control Air Suspension. Thanks to this advanced suspension, the new GLC-Class SUV offers enhanced ride comfort and improved handling to the driver, regardless of the terrain.
Spacious and stylish, the GLC.https://t.co/Umrg1wvLVJ pic.twitter.com/IErfsi85ub
— Mercedes-Benz UK (@MercedesBenzUK) August 21, 2018
Engine Options
The first engine option available is a 2.0-litre L4-Cylinder Turbo engine that is capable of producing 211 horsepower and 350Nm of torque. With this engine, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in 7.3 seconds and has a top speed of 222 Km/h.
The same engine has been tuned to generate 245 horsepower and 370Nm of torque. With this upgraded engine, the all-new Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class can accelerate from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 6.5 seconds and has a top speed of 235 Km/h.
The third and the most powerful engine option is a 3.0-litre V6 Biturbo engine that is exclusively available on the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class 43 4Matic trim. This engine is capable of producing 367 horsepower and 520Nm of torque, which enables the SUV to go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 4.9 seconds and have a top speed of 250 Km/h.
Also read: Redesigned 2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class with New Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) System
Safety Features
SUVs of modern era are considered to be the perfect family vehicles, thanks to the availability of a vast variety of latest safety features and driver-assistance technologies as standard in these vehicles. The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class is no different and comes with latest driver-assistance technologies to give a confidence boost to the driver. It also features plenty of active safety technologies to make the occupants of the SUV feel safe and confident at all times.
Some of the highlighting standard safety features of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class are:
- Anti-lock Braking System
- Advanced 10 Air Bags System
- Dynamic Stability Control System
- Active Brake Assist
- Attention Assist
- Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
- Hill Assist
- Crosswind Assist
- Adaptive Brake Control System
- Front and Rear Parking Sensors
- Rear Camera
- ISO Fix Child Seat Anchors
- Seatbelt Pretentionsers
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
- Speed Limiter
- Trailer Stability Assist
- Traction Control System
- Vehicle Stability Control
- Cruise Control System
The optional Driver-assistance technologies of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class include:
- DISTRONIC PLUS Adaptive Cruise Control System
- Collision Prevention Assist Plus
- Blind Spot Assist
- Lane Keeping Assist
- PRE-SAFE Occupant Protection System
- Head-up Display
Price of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class in the UAE
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class is a premium compact SUV that is already available in the UAE in three trim levels (250 4Matic, 300 4Matic and 43 4Matic). The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class has a starting price of AED 205,000 that can go as high as AED 285,000 with the optional features, technologies and trim level selected.
If you are looking to sell your used car to buy a new one with advanced safety features and improved performance, then don’t forget that with us, you can sell any used car in just 30 minutes while all the post-sale paperwork is handled by SellAnyCar.com’s team.
