Mercedes-Benz first introduced the predecessor of the GLC, the GLK model, in the movie "Sex and the City" and immediately positioned it as a high-class women's car - you could say a women's SUV. Opinions about its shape and purpose have varied over the years. It was one of those cars that you either loved it or hated it. Mr. In the new version, Hollywood not only has a new name - GLC - but actually a new whole concept. And that's also why it will appeal to a larger crowd of the star's followers.
Yes, the new one GLC nobody he will not hate, and in fact, anyone slightly envious is responsible Robert Lešnik. Slovenian designer who in recent years Mercedes puts the wind in the sails and is actually partly responsible for the revival of the brand. Part of this revival is also this year's comprehensive renovation of the G segment (gelendewagen), to which they now belong GLA, GLC, LOOK, GLE coupe and Mr. The mighty is also announced GLS.
»The new GLC represents the next step in the development of the successful SUV philosophy. It combines supreme comfort with a sporty touch. It impresses on the road and, more than ever before, it also impresses off-road," he said during the presentation Thomas Weber, member of the board of Daimler AG, responsible for research and development of Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Its own somewhat coupé-like exterior
New ones You will recognize the GLC along a characteristic dynamic line that is unrivaled in its class. Namely, despite the fact that it is an SUV, it is his silhouette extremely sporty and dynamic and at times reminds of compartments. So is the rear of the GLC summarizes some of the design moves of the brothers that boast the best drag quotients.
It also indicates that 19 oddston better performance of the car than its predecessor GLK, for which he is largely responsible record low GLC resistance, which hangs only 0.31 Cd. The bumpers are now available in three versions: in addition to the basic version, an off-road version, with a larger entry angle of the vehicle and AMG sports version. The GLC has a 118 millimeter longer wheelbase, which gives the vehicle an elegant touch. Lateral falling line, often also called "dropping line" has become the hallmark of the Mercedes-Benz brand.
Rims are available up to size 20 inches. With the optional matt black trim on the sides, they emphasize the off-road character GLC class. Of course, you will also emphasize your character with a sporty one AMG package. Such a person will turn out to be downright "furious".
Inside, everything is as it should be
It is necessary to admit that new Mercedes you get the hang of it extremely quickly, because it is a car in which you conquer practically everything after a few minutes. The new GLC he sums up most matters in his class style to brother C, which is more than excellent because the interior there is practically the best in its class. The dashboard is transparent. The information system is intuitive enough to quickly master it.
It is also newly developed innovative sliding pad, which also rested for the arm at the same time. It also recognizes finger gestures, letters, numbers and special characters. It allows you to enter data in any language supported by the system Audio 20 or COMAND Online. The large information screen is partially integrated into the center console and impresses with its high resolution. Metallic-look air vents give the dashboard a look sportsmanship and create a contrast with the warm appearance of the other materials used.
At the same time, it is necessary to emphasize that GLC it is not a small car and that the feelings of space in it are at a high level. You can also put it in the luggage compartment 550 liters.
GLC also as a plug-in hybrid
The new GLC you can't get it in a version that offers drive only to the front or rear pair. You can only buy a purebred SUV, which we praise. That's right, all models are equipped with intelligent four-wheel drive 4MATIC, which this year celebrates 30 years of existence and serial automatic transmission 9G-TRONIC. The GLC is available in GLC 220d 4MATIC, GLC 250d 4MATIC and petrol GLC 250 4MATIC versions. For the first time in this class, a hybrid version of the GLC 350 e 4MATIC is also available. The plug-in hybrid will impress with its performance, as it is a real little beast with a combination of 155kW (211 HP) gasoline engine power and 85kW (116 HP) electric motor power. New, of course GLC you get with all the assistance systems it otherwise offers Mercedes-Benz and thus it is placed on the highest level of both active and passive safety.
Prices start at 46,600 euros, and from there you will only be limited by math, your imagination and your wallet.
More information:
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