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Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class

X253

The first-generation GLC-Class SUV replaced the GLK-Class and introduced Mercedes-Benz’s compact luxury crossover under the GLC name. In the U.S., it launched for 2016 as the GLC300 and later expanded to AMG and plug-in hybrid variants. This phase established the core GLC lineup before the 2020 facelift updated styling and equipment.

2016–2019 X253 U.S. market
Production 2016–2019
Body code X253
Body styles SUV
Modifications 8
Modification Engine Power Transmission Drive Years  
amg glc43 4matic
2017–2022
Gasoline · 3.0 L · 362 hp 9-speed automatic All-Wheel Drive 362 2017–2022 View details
amg glc63 4matic
2018–2019
Gasoline · 4.0 L · 469 hp 9-speed automatic 4-Wheel Drive 469 2018–2019 View details
amg glc63 4matic coupe
2018–2019
Gasoline · 4.0 L · 469 hp 9-speed automatic 4-Wheel Drive 469 2018–2019 View details
amg glc63 s 4matic coupe
2018–2019
Gasoline · 4.0 L · 503 hp 9-speed automatic 4-Wheel Drive 503 2018–2019 View details
glc300
2016–2024
Gasoline · 2.0 L · 241 hp 9-speed automatic Rear-Wheel Drive 241 2016–2024 View details
glc300 4matic
2016–2024
Gasoline · 2.0 L · 241 hp 9-speed automatic All-Wheel Drive 241 2016–2024 View details
glc300 4matic coupe
2017–2017
Gasoline · 2.0 L · 241 hp 9-speed automatic 4-Wheel Drive 241 2017–2017 View details
glc350e 4matic
2018–2019
Gasoline · 2.0 L · 208 hp 7-speed automatic All-Wheel Drive 208 2018–2019 View details