Mercedes Benz GLC 2016

Mercedes-Benz officially launched GLC 2016. Shown models with new designs, GLC is actually the change of nomenclature of the GLK. The aim is to provide alignment between the model SUV with the C-Class sedan.

Not surprisingly, the exterior design influenced the new C-Class sedan. Because, basically, GLC is the expansion of the C-Class in the SUV class. Similarities can be seen from the front face, including twin grille and LED lights like "eyebrow" eye.

While at the back, the stern reminder form GLE Coupe although in some more sporty side GLC. Overall, GLC much slimmer but longer because wheelbase stretched 118mm come from GLK.

Besides proportions were little changed, GLC 2016 is also lighter than the GLK. A strict diet is applied using a smart mix of aluminum and high-strength steel. The result weight of the car managed to cut 80 kg or 176 pounds of GLK.

GLC 2016 is available in different ranges of power options. GLC 220 d 4MATIC powered 167 hp, GLC 250 d 4MATIC powered 236 hp, GLC-powered 208 hp 250 4MATIC and E 350 4MATIC GLC plug-in hybrid-powered 236 hp.

The power is a combination of a gasoline engine-powered 208 hp, and 114 hp electric engine. This arrangement allows the car to accelerate from 0-100 km / h in 5.9 seconds, reaching a top speed of 235 km / h and around 34 km on electricity alone.