Mercedes GLC Coupe 2023 interior

Oct 31, 2022 at 6:34am ET

In June this year, just a few days after the official debut of the new Mercedes-Benz GLC, our friends and colleagues from Kolesa.ru made an early rendering showing a potential look for the coupe version of that model. Now, following a number of GLC Coupe prototypes spied testing on public roads, the publication’s renderers present an updated version of their digital drawing showing the vehicle with what we believe is a design that is very close to the actual production design.

The last time we spied the GLC Coupe, our photographers caught an AMG-branded trial vehicle testing around the Nurburgring. This rendering doesn’t depict the range-topping version but instead shows a more regular variant. This can be best seen at the front, where the grille doesn’t have the AMG’s aggressive pattern and the large air openings in the bumper. At the back, this visualization proposes a design without a cost-to-coast LED strip connecting the taillights as seen in the earlier rendering.

With the new GLC out, it’s not really difficult to predict what the Coupe version will feature in terms of hardware. Since its launch, the 2022 GLC has been available only with four-cylinder engines and the US market has the GLC 300 and the GLC 300 4Matic variants on sale. Both come with a 2.0-liter mill, producing 258 horsepower (192 kilowatts) and 295 pound-feet (400 Newton-meters) of torque. An integrated starter-generator system provides an additional 23 hp (17 kW) and 148 lb-ft (200 Nm) of torque boost. Regardless if you go for the FWD or AWD version, you always get a nine-speed automatic as standard.

New GLC Coupe Spied:

Even the range-topping AMG GLC 63 models – both in standard in coupe form – will feature a 2.0-liter engine. We believe the powertrain will be shared with the new C63, which means a four-cylinder unit with an electrically assisted turbo and a rear-mounted electric motor will generate a peak output of 671 hp (500 kW) and 752 lb-ft (1,020 Nm) of torque. Unlike the new C-Class, the GLC and GLC Coupe will both receive a six-cylinder engine – a new diesel mil for the 400d model, though it won’t be available in the United States.

We were expecting the new GLC Coupe to arrive before the end of the year but so far there have been no signs of an imminent debut. Still, we believe the full and official debut of the coupe-SUV from Stuttgart is not far off.

Angel Sergeev

EPA Classification

Small SUV 4WD

Drivetrain

All Wheel Drive

Engine Type and Required Fuel

Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4

Displacement (liters/cubic inches)

2.0 L/121

Fuel System

Gasoline Direct Injection

Maximum Horsepower @ RPM

255 @ 5800

Maximum Torque @ RPM

273 @ 1800

Cooling System Capacity (quarts)

NA

Transmission Order Code

NA

Transmission Description

Automatic w/OD

Number of Transmission Speeds

9

First Gear Ratio (:1)

5.35

Second Gear Ratio (:1)

3.24

Third Gear Ratio (:1)

2.25

Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.64

Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.21

Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.00

Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)

0.86

Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.72

Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

3.27

Transfer Case Gear Ratio, high (:1)

NA

Transfer Case Gear Ratio, low (:1)

NA

EPA Greenhouse Gas Score

NA

CO2 Emissions, 15K mi/year (tons)

8.1

Range, city/highway (miles)

348.00 / 452.40

EPA Fuel Economy, combined/city/highway (mpg)

22 / 20 / 26

EPA Fuel Economy Equivalent (for hybrid and electric vehicles), combined/city/highway (MPGe)

N/A / N/A / N/A

Fuel Capacity / Gas Tank Size

17.4

Aux Fuel Tank Capacity (gallons)

NA

Width, without mirrors (inches)

74.4

Front Track Width (inches)

63.9

Rear Track Width (inches)

63.7

Minimum Ground Clearance (inches)

5.1

Rear Door Opening Height (inches)

NA

Rear Door Opening Width (inches)

NA

Liftover Height (inches)

33.4

Passenger / Seating Capacity

5

Total Passenger Volume (cubic feet)

NA

Front Head Room (inches)

38.9

Front Leg Room (inches)

40.8

Front Shoulder Room (inches)

57.3

Front Hip Room (inches)

59

Second Row Head Room (inches)

38.3

Second Row Leg Room (inches)

37.2

Second Row Shoulder Room (inches)

56.5

Second Row Hip Room (inches)

58.1

Cargo Space/Area Length Behind First Row (inches)

59.5

Cargo Space/Area Length Behind Second Row (inches)

39.3

Cargo Space/Area Length Behind Third Row (inches)

NA

Cargo Space/Area Width at Beltline (inches)

NA

Cargo Bed Width Between Wheelhousings (inches)

NA

Cargo Bed Height (inches)

22.1

Cargo Space/Area Behind Front Row (cubic feet)

49.4

Cargo Space/Area Behind Second Row (cubic feet)

18

Cargo Space/Area Behind Third Row (cubic feet)

18

Turning Diameter / Radius, curb to curb (feet)

38.7

Turning Diameter / Radius, wall to wall (feet)

NA

Front Suspension Type

Multi-Link

Rear Suspension Type

Multi-Link

Front Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)

NA

Rear Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)

NA

Front Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)

NA

Rear Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)

NA

Anti-Lock-Braking System

4-Wheel

Front Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

13.5

Rear Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

12.6

Rear Drums, diameter x width (inches)

NA

Front Wheel Size (inches)

19 X 8

Front Wheel Material

Aluminum

Front Tire Size

P235/55HR19

Rear Wheel Size (inches)

19 X 8

Rear Wheel Material

Aluminum

Rear Tire Size

P235/55HR19

Spare Wheel Size (inches)

NA

Maximum Towing Capacity (pounds)

3500

Maximum Trailer Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)

3500

Maximum Tongue Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)

350

Maximum Trailer Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)

3500

Maximum Tongue Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)

350

Base Curb Weight (pounds)

3968

Total Option Weight (pounds)

0.00

Maximum Payload Capacity (pounds)

NA

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F

NA

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

150

Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe Specs for Other Model Years

  • 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 Coupe
  • 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 Coupe
  • 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 Coupe
  • 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 Coupe
  • 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 Coupe

Engine: 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo -inc: eco start/stop system

Transmission: 9G-TRONIC 9-Speed Automatic -inc: DYNAMIC SELECT

Axle Ratio: TBD

GVWR: TBD

Transmission w/AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT Sequential Shift Control w/Steering Wheel Controls

Full-Time 4MATIC All-Wheel

60-Amp/Hr Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection

150 Amp Alternator

Towing Equipment -inc: Trailer Sway Control

Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers

Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars

Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering

17.4 Gal. Fuel Tank

Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher

Permanent Locking Hubs

Multi-Link Front Suspension w/Coil Springs

Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs

4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake

Brake Actuated Limited Slip Differential

Wheels: 8J x 19" 5-Spoke w/Grey Accents

Tires: 235/55R19

Wheels w/Machined w/Painted Accents Accents

All-Season Tires

MOE Extended Mobility Tires

Clearcoat Paint

Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass 1st Row Sunroof w/Sunshade

Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Chrome Rub Strip/Fascia Accent

Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Chrome Bumper Insert

Black Wheel Well Trim

Chrome Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim

Chrome Door Handles

Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Driver Auto Dimming, Power Folding and Turn Signal Indicator

Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster

Deep Tinted Glass

Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Jets

Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels

Chrome Grille

Power Liftgate Rear Cargo Access

Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks

Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Auto High-Beam Daytime Running Lights Preference Setting Headlamps w/Delay-Off

Rear Fog Lamps

Perimeter/Approach Lights

LED Brakelights

Headlights-Automatic Highbeams

Radio: AM/FM/HD -inc: 10.25" center touchscreen display, Frontbass audio system, MBUX intelligent vehicle assistant (Hey Mercedes), Bluetooth technology for handsfree phone use/audio streaming and 2 USB ports

Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Aux Audio Input Jack, Steering Wheel Controls, Radio Data System and External Memory Control

6 Speakers

Window Grid Antenna

SiriusXM Satellite Radio -inc: 6-month trial

2 LCD Monitors In The Front

Heated Front Bucket Seats

Power Front Seats w/Driver Memory

10-Way Driver Seat

8-Way Power Passenger Seat -inc: Power Recline, Height Adjustment, Fore/Aft Movement and Cushion Tilt

40-20-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat

Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Turbo/Supercharger Boost, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer

Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows

Leather/Metal-Look Steering Wheel w/Auto Tilt-Away

Illuminated Front Cupholder

Rear Cupholder

Front Cigar Lighter(s)

Ashtray

3 12V DC Power Outlets

Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start

Valet Function

Power Fuel Flap Locking Type

Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button

Remote Releases -Inc: Hands-Free Access Power Cargo Access

HomeLink Garage Door Transmitter

Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls

Voice Activated Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning

HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts, Residual Heat Recirculation and Console Ducts

Illuminated Locking Glove Box

Driver Foot Rest

Full Cloth Headliner

Leatherette Door Trim Insert

Urethane Gear Shifter Material

MB-Tex Upholstery

Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Interior Accents

Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror

Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror

Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 3 12V DC Power Outlets

Front And Rear Map Lights

Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting

Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats

Carpet Floor Trim

Trunk/Hatch Auto-Latch

Locking Cargo Area Concealed Storage

Cargo Net

Roll-Up Cargo Cover

Cargo Space Lights

FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access, Windows and Sunroof/Convertible Roof

Tracker System

Memory Settings -inc: Door Mirrors and Steering Wheel

Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins

Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down

Delayed Accessory Power

Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature

Systems Monitor

Redundant Digital Speedometer

Trip Computer

Outside Temp Gauge

Digital/Analog Appearance

Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest w/Storage

2 Seatback Storage Pockets

4-Way Lumbar Support

Seats w/Leatherette Back Material

Power (driver Only) w/Tilt Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints

Perimeter Alarm

Immobilizer

Air Filtration

ESP w/Crosswind Assist Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

ABS And Driveline Traction Control

Side Impact Beams

Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags

eCall Emergency System Emergency Sos

PARKTRONIC w/Active Parking Assist Automated Parking Sensors

Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot

Active Brake Assist with Autonomous Emergency Braking

Aerial View Camera System

Collision Mitigation-Front

Driver Monitoring-Alert

Collision Mitigation-Rear

Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning

Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags

Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags

Airbag Occupancy Sensor

Driver Knee Airbag

BabySmart Child Seat Sensor and Rear Child Safety Locks

Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners

Back-Up Camera

Front Camera

Left Side Camera

Right Side Camera

4 Basic Years / 50,000 Basic Miles

4 Drivetrain Years / 50,000 Drivetrain Miles

4 Corrosion Years / 50,000 Corrosion Miles

4 Roadside Assistance Years / 50,000 Roadside Assistance Miles

Will there be a GLC 2023 Coupe?

The Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe has been spied during testing at the Nurburgring with its sleek-looking sloping roofline. The upcoming, sleeker 'coupe SUV' version of the Mercedes-Benz GLC has been spied once again – this time at the Nurburgring.

Is there a new GLC coupe coming out?

The all-new 2023 Mercedes GLC celebrated its world premiere on June 1, 2022. In this story, we take a look at what we know about the crossover-SUV sibling of the new C-Class which will likely arrive in the U.S. in early 2023. 9.1.

When can I order the 2023 GLC?

The 2023 Mercedes GLC release date will most likely be in April 2023. If you aren't in a rush for a new crossover, you can wait for the new 2023 GLC. However, there aren't any major changes compared to the current year so you may be better off buying the 2022 GLC at a lower price.

How much will the 2023 GLC cost?

We expect pricing for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class to start at about $44,000. That's similar to this SUV's chief rivals like the BMW X3 and Audi Q5, which both go up to around $57,000.