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5 out of 5 stars

Love mine

QOU, 01/11/2020
2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class GLC 300 4MATIC 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 9A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

Very happy with my GLC300 4matic... its powerful and sporty, not too bulky. I almost got the BMW X3 40i and will say I prefer the handling on the MB as I found it to be more agile and comfortable. Even the interior and the craftsmanship of the upholstery I found to be slightly better than the BMW's (the leather wasn't tailored to fit the seats very well in the rear and the materials used for the dash and center console felt borderline cheap despite all of the new technology it had). I live in Colorado and must say I was so impressed with the handling in heavy snow, with ease I passed by many Subarus, trucks and other SUVs that were stuck and I had the most cozy ride! This is one of the highlights as it feels very safe, not just because it's a heavy vehicle, but also because of the way it handles on the worst type of snow: deep, wet, slushy and icey (and I haven't even put snow tires on yet!). It's like a small luxury tank... does great in off-roading terrain. I went to visit a friend's buffalo ranch in the mountains and drove through part of their range, it was such a cushy ride and handled so well on the bumpy terrain, my friend was thoroughly impressed by the way it handled. I'm very happy, though I will say the breaks do squeak when it's cold and I go in reverse... hopefully it won't become a problem. It has around 33,000 miles.

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5 out of 5 stars

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE IT

DDJ, 11/13/2017
2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class GLC 300 4MATIC 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 9A)
3 of 6 people found this review helpful

Purchased this custom ordered 2017 GLC300 4matic in April 2017. Absolutely LOVE it. I'm an avid researcher & can tell you this GLC will not disappoint. Cargo space could have been a bit bigger & I should have upgraded to the better sound system (loud music is a must for me). I shopped this car, the BMWx3, Acura MDX and Ford Explorer. No one can touch the handling & luxurious feel of this Mercedes. Oh and what STUNNED me the most? The price. Never imagined I could ever afford a Benz. Apples to apples, the GLC was the least expensive. Explorer & MDX are larger, but the handling, comfort & speed in this SUV still blew everyone away. I opted for the Garmin map pilot (GPS) vs. the "Command GPS" system. Garmin map pilot $600 (uses SD card in console). Far less expensive than command GPS ($2000+). Although map-pilot still uses voice command (from steering wheel controls) .. but you can't use all of the other functions like "send to Benz" - which is typing an address in your cell phone MB app and having it send the address from your cell phone to your car GPS. Cool feature, but was tryig to keep costs down & don't have any regrets getting map-pilot instead. Consumer Reports needs to update their facts as YES, you CAN get a heated steering wheel (a la carte for $250 & it didn't require you to chose black interior leather). Most car companies over exaggerate the fuel economy. I can tell you, in eco mode I average 32-33 miles highway and easily 27-28 city. Best part of the GLC is tons of STANDARD features (emergency break assist, back-up camera, etc). lots of a-la-carte items, too .. i.e., heated front seats and/or , heated rear seats can be purchased individually instead of being grouped into expensive packages. My husband has never liked SUV's of any kind - but swears this one drives/handles better than any car he's ever driven (Audi A4, Lincoln MKZ). Consumer reports also state rear seat is snug. It was crazy small in the old GLK .. but this GLC has more rear seat cubic feet than my GMC Envoy. Stats are online, look them up. The GLC is insanely quiet and the ride will blow your mind ... SO quiet, SO smooth. Every little detail in the car was thought through. NO cheap plastic knobs. The finishes are high-end. Cannot say enough about this car. Was able to get this AWD, heated front & rear seats, Heated steering wheel, panoramic moon roof, towing package & blind spot assist & Garmin map-pilot navigation for just under $46k. UNHEARD of.

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2 out of 5 stars

Bad tires??? Or badly designed car???

Cathy, 08/30/2018
2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class GLC 300 4MATIC 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 9A)
4 of 9 people found this review helpful

My car has 30,000 miles and I was just told 2 tires are showing wear, after already replacing all 4 tires 8 months ago!! When I replaced the original tires I went to a reputable tire dealer and replaced them. I spent a lot of money on them and the tires have a great reputation so I was shocked to learn by the MB service department today 2 of them are wearing out! Really?? Maybe it’s not the tires. Maybe something is wrong with the car design??

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1 out of 5 stars

Buzzing noise

Kim, 12/08/2016
2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class GLC 300 4MATIC 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 9A)
23 of 60 people found this review helpful

I bought a new GLC 300 2017, but there was the buzzing noise in break, park, and hold. This is not only irritating, but occurred problems in my ear. After I drove my car for a week, I had a serious problem with my ear in my daily life. Although I am not in the car, I hear the buzzing noise and my ear is hearting. I have a serious headache. The dealership tested and found that most other GLC 300 also has this buzzing noise. Particularly my car had a louder buzzing noise. I contacted the Mercedes USA and told them to recall GLC 300, but they ignored. Because I already paid and bought the car, they didn't care. DO NOT buy this default car!

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5 out of 5 stars

Our first Mercedes-Benz

Ed S., 11/18/2016
2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class GLC 300 4MATIC 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 9A)
3 of 7 people found this review helpful

This is our family's first Benz. The car itself is as comfortable as it is good looking and well design. Entertainment and overall interface are simple, user-friendly. Get Burmester sound system if you can, surround sound music in it makes the drive so much more enjoyable. Overall, a great car for utility, family, sports, outdoors and urban adventures.

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