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.
Gallery: 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe new renderings
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.
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