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Overview
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Base is a four-wheel drive, 5-door Coupe that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970 classified as a C253. The Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class is regarded as a Suv Medium Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $99,900 before on-road costs.
This Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class is powered by a 3.0L 6-cylinder engine that has 190 kW of power (at 3400 rpm) and 620 Nm of torque (at 1600 rpm) via a Nine-speed Automatic transmission. Mercedes-Benz claims the GLC Base uses 6.3L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 172g of CO2. It has a 66L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1048km per full tank
The Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class measures 1602mm (63.1 inches) in height, 4732mm (186.3 inches) in length, 1890mm (74.4 inches) in width with a 2873mm (113.1 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1915kg (4221.8 lbs) of unladen weight. The GLC Base comes standard with 255/40 R20 front tyres and 285/40 R20 rear tyres. It requires a service every 12 months or 25,000 km, whichever comes first. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
67.75 - 99.22 kW/t
59.82 kW/t
186.57 kW/t
Boot Space
500 litres
251 litres
780 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5.8 - 7.4 L/100km
2.1 L/100km
10.9 L/100km
Vehicle Range
892 - 1,138 km
606 km
1,333 km
Price
$78,500 - $99,900
$36,990
$171,900
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 3 years
1 year
4 years
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
24 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,430 - 2,530 kg
2,160 kg
2,700 kg
Approach Angle
20.8°
17.2°
25°
Departure Angle
18.6°
18.3°
33°
Ground Clearance Unladen
155 mm
155 mm
236 mm
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Dimensions
4,732 mm
1,890 mm
1,602 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,732 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,890 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,602 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,873 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,800 mm |
| Load Capacity | 615 mm |
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Explore Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Features & Specs
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Suspension: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Front Digital Television: yes
Location: Front
Front TV: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Parking Assistance
Location: Front
Front Type: Full Auto Park & Exit
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Auto Park & Exit
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 172
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Bore Engine: 83.0
Engine (cc): 2987
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: Om 642
Engine (L): 3.0
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 92.0
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Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 17.4
Main Capacity (L): 66
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 14.5
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1048
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 651
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 15.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 45
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 37
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.3
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 6.2
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 258
Maximum Power (kW): 190
Maximum Torque (Nm): 620
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3400
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1600
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 9
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: air
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Multi-Link
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: air
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Levelling
Location: Front
Front Operation: Automatic
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Automatic
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 105
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 104
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 285
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 20
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Rear Two Tone: yes
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 49.4
Rear Seat Down (L): 1400
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 17.7
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 500
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11800
Front Track (in): 63.8
Front Track (mm): 1620
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.1
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 155
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 38.7
Overall Height (in): 63.1
Overall Height (mm): 1602
Overall Length (in): 186.3
Overall Length (mm): 4732
Overall Width (in): 74.4
Overall Width (mm): 1890
Rear Track (in): 63.7
Rear Track (mm): 1619
Wheelbase (in): 113.1
Wheelbase (mm): 2873
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.9
Front Headroom (mm): 988
Rear Headroom (in): 38.3
Rear Headroom (mm): 972
Front Hip Room (in): 59.0
Front Hip Room (mm): 1499
Rear Hip Room (in): 58.1
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1475
Rear Leg Room (in): 37.3
Rear Leg Room (mm): 948
Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.3
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1455
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 56.5
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1436
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 20.8
Departure Angle: 18.6
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: Coupe
Platform Code: MRA
Wheelbase Type: Short
Step
Step Location: Side
Side Step Type: Platform
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Active High Beam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Fog Light Function: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2530
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5578
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1915
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4222
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand: Burmester
Number of Speakers: 13
Subwoofer: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Floor Mats
Material: Textile
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
Handbrake Grip: Wood Or Wood Look
Instrument Panel: Alloy
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 9
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Brakes: yes
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Manufacturer Name: Nappa
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 25000
Distance (miles): 15534
Period (Months): 12
Variable Distance Period: yes
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