Used 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class SUV Trims Comparison
Trim level differences
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC is a five-passenger small SUV available in four trim levels: GLC 300, GLC 300 4Matic, AMG GLC 43 and AMG GLC 63. They come with different engines but otherwise have similar standard and optional features. Highlights include:
Which GLC-Class trim does Edmunds recommend?
The entry-model GLC 300 offers everything most drivers will want in a small luxury SUV, especially when you add some of the many technology, comfort and safety upgrades. If you need an SUV with more zest, the AMG GLC 43 is solid middle ground. Either way, look to get a GLC with the Driver Assistance package — it adds some desirable advanced safety features.
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Columbus, OH
Vehicle | GLC-Class GLC 300 | GLC-Class GLC 300 4MATIC | GLC-Class AMG GLC 43 | GLC-Class AMG GLC 63 |
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Section Title | Features | Features | Features | Features |
Bluetooth | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Navigation | optional | optional | optional | standard |
Satellite radio | Not Available | Not Available | standard | standard |
Keyless Ignition | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Cruise control | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Adaptive cruise control | optional | optional | optional | optional |
Parking assistance | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Upholstery | leatherette | leatherette | leatherette/sueded microfiber | leatherette/sueded microfiber |
Heated seats | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Cooled/Ventilated seats | optional | optional | optional | optional |
Folding rear seats | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Sunroof | optional | optional | standard | standard |
Section Title | Specifications | Specifications | Specifications | Specifications |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
Engine power | 255 hp @ 5,800 rpm | 255 hp @ 5,800 rpm | 385 hp @ 6,100 rpm | 469 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
Engine torque | 273 lb-ft @ 1,800 rpm | 273 lb-ft @ 1,800 rpm | 384 lb-ft @ 2,500 rpm | 479 lb-ft @ 1,750 rpm |
Engine displacement | 2.0 l | 2.0 l | 3.0 l | 4.0 l |
Engine configuration | inline 4 | inline 4 | v6 | v8 |
Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
Tire size | 235/60R18 | 235/60R18 | 255/45R20 (FRONT)
285/40R20 (REAR) | 265/45R20 (FRONT)
295/40R20 (REAR) |
Wheel size | 18 X 8.0-in | 18 X 8.0-in | 20 X 8.5-in (Front)
20 X 9.5-in (Rear) | 20 X 9.5-in (Front)
20 X 10.0-in (Rear) |
Wheel type | alloy wheels | alloy wheels | alloy wheels | alloy wheels |
Run flat tires | standard | standard | standard | Not Available |
Section Title | Fuel economy | Fuel economy | Fuel economy | Fuel economy |
City/Hwy/Combined MPG | 22 / 29 / 25 MPG | 21 / 28 / 23 MPG | 18 / 24 / 20 MPG | 15 / 22 / 17 MPG |
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 17.4 gal. |
Driving Range (city/hwy) | 383 / 505 miles | 365 / 487 miles | 313 / 418 miles | 261 / 383 miles |
Fuel Type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
Section Title | Dimensions | Dimensions | Dimensions | Dimensions |
Turning circle | 38.7 ft. | 38.7 ft. | 39.7 ft. | 39.7 ft. |
Curb weight | 3,889 lb. | 3,977 lb. | 4,191 lb. | 4,546 lb. |
Ground Clearance | 5.0 in. | 5.0 in. | 6.7 in. | 6.4 in. |
Overall Width with Mirrors | 82.5 in. | 82.5 in. | 82.5 in. | 82.5 in. |
Overall Width without Mirrors | 74.8 in. | 74.8 in. | 76.0 in. | 76.0 in. |
Height | 64.7 in. | 64.7 in. | 64.0 in. | 64.0 in. |
Length | 183.3 in. | 183.3 in. | 183.5 in. | 184.3 in. |
Wheelbase | 113.1 in. | 113.1 in. | 113.1 in. | 113.1 in. |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Cargo Space | 19.4 cu. ft. | 19.4 cu. ft. | 17.6 cu. ft. | 17.6 cu. ft. |
Front Head Room | 37.8 in. | 37.8 in. | 37.8 in. | 37.8 in. |
Front Leg Room | 40.8 in. | 40.8 in. | 40.8 in. | 40.8 in. |
Front Shoulder Room | 57.3 in. | 57.3 in. | 57.3 in. | 57.3 in. |
Rear Head Room | 38.5 in. | 38.5 in. | 38.5 in. | 38.5 in. |
Rear Leg Room | 37.3 in. | 37.3 in. | 37.3 in. | 37.3 in. |
Rear Shoulder Room | 56.5 in. | 56.5 in. | 56.5 in. | 56.5 in. |
Section Title | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs |
True Cost to Own® | $54,902 | $58,262 | $72,833 | $82,814 |
Average Cost Per Mile | $0.73 | $0.78 | $0.97 | $1.1 |
Depreciation | $12,777 | $13,918 | $20,011 | $24,973 |
Financing | $4,682 | $5,086 | $6,697 | $9,224 |
Taxes & Fees | $1,721 | $1,854 | $2,385 | $3,218 |
Fuel | $13,316 | $14,468 | $16,644 | $19,573 |
Insurance | $4,820 | $4,895 | $4,895 | $4,895 |
Maintenance | $9,247 | $9,247 | $13,407 | $12,137 |
Repairs | $8,339 | $8,794 | $8,794 | $8,794 |
Section Title | Colors | Colors | Colors | Colors |
Interior | AMG Line Saddle Brown, leather Magma Grey/Black, leather Silk Beige/Black, leatherette Silk Beige/Black, leather Black, leatherette Black, leather designo Platinum White Pearl/Black Nappa, premium leather AMG Line Black, leather AMG Line Cranberry Red/Black, leather AMG Line Saddle Brown, leatherette AMG Line Cranberry Red/Black, leatherette Magma Grey/Black, leatherette AMG Line Black, leatherette | AMG Line Saddle Brown, leather Magma Grey/Black, leather Silk Beige/Black, leatherette Silk Beige/Black, leather Black, leatherette Black, leather designo Platinum White Pearl/Black Nappa, premium leather AMG Line Black, leather AMG Line Cranberry Red/Black, leather AMG Line Saddle Brown, leatherette AMG Line Cranberry Red/Black, leatherette Magma Grey/Black, leatherette AMG Line Black, leatherette | Cranberry Red/Black, leather Saddle Brown, leather Black, leather Magma Grey/Black, leather designo Platinum White Pearl/Black Nappa, premium leather Black DINAMICA w/Red Accents, leatherette/sueded microfiber Black w/Red Stitching, leather | Red Pepper/Black Exclusive Nappa, premium leather Black Exclusive Nappa, premium leather Platinum White Pearl/Black Exclusive Nappa, premium leather Black DINAMICA, leatherette/sueded microfiber Magma Grey/Black Exclusive Nappa w/Yellow Accents, premium leather designo Platinum White Pearl/Black Nappa, premium leather |
Exterior | Cirrus Silver Metallic Mojave Silver Metallic Selenite Grey Metallic Black Lunar Blue Metallic Brilliant Blue Metallic Polar White Obsidian Black Metallic Graphite Grey Metallic designo Selenite Grey Magno designo Cardinal Red Metallic designo Diamond White Metallic | Cirrus Silver Metallic Mojave Silver Metallic Selenite Grey Metallic Black Lunar Blue Metallic Brilliant Blue Metallic Polar White Obsidian Black Metallic Graphite Grey Metallic designo Selenite Grey Magno designo Cardinal Red Metallic designo Diamond White Metallic | Cirrus Silver Metallic Mojave Silver Metallic Selenite Grey Metallic Black Lunar Blue Metallic Brilliant Blue Metallic Polar White Obsidian Black Metallic Graphite Grey Metallic designo Selenite Grey Magno designo Cardinal Red Metallic designo Diamond White Metallic | Cirrus Silver Metallic Mojave Silver Metallic Selenite Grey Metallic Black Lunar Blue Metallic Brilliant Blue Metallic Polar White Obsidian Black Metallic Graphite Grey Metallic designo Selenite Grey Magno designo Cardinal Red Metallic designo Diamond White Metallic |