2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Review: Ordinary outside, extraordinary inside | CarGurus

The most popular Mercedes in America still puts up a fight in a competitive segment.
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A new Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class may be on the way in 2022, but the 2021 model still has lots to offer amid a crowded and competitive market. Cliff Atiyeh takes a GLC 300 through its paces to see how it stacks up against the competition.
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Presenter: Clifford Atiyeh
Cinematography: www.VennCreativeMedia.com
Written review: George Kennedy
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0:00 Introducing the GLC
1:03 Exterior Overview
2:46 Cargo Space and Rear Seats
3:20 Interior Impressions
6:06 Driving Impressions
12:09 Pricing
12:43 Final Thoughts

[@NeetsGee]

‘If it doesn’t say AMG on the back of your GLC you’re not gonna say OMG’ 😂🤣

[@koji.m4014]

Great review Clifford!

[@delmarapearson674]

I just watched about 5 different reviews; and I feel like you highlighted everything I wanted and needed to hear, including features, pros, and cons that I can understand easily. Thank you!!

[@cargurus]

Glad it was helpful!

[@user-lb3xr4pt1g]

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[@ZestyLemonBoi]

Brilliant

[@blackcatsarenopussies]

Main problem of this car: no full size spare wheel, no jack, no iron. Just run flats with some useless tire repair kit foam. Other annoyance: no wireless android auto/car play. You gotta use a stupid cable instead of keeping your phone in the pocket or elsewhere. Otherwise it rides like a dream. Simple design means it will age nicely and feel actual even after 10 years. The ride and interior somehow makes you feel more special than the X3. In a way it disconnects you from the mad world outside in a better way. I have the new 220d 4matic. Diesel, 194hp

[@kristophercook6053]

I couldn’t believe how cheap these were on the used market.. And so expensive when new.

[@ascott2168]

$50k and it comes bare bones ! I built a GLC43 and with all options that should be standard at this price point (Heated & ventilated seats, wireless charging, leather interior ect), it came to $69k 🤦🏽‍♂️! What’s so special about owning one of these, aside from the three pointed star ??

[@jonothandoeser]

The three pointed star!

[@Bus_211]

That is a nice car

[@swanblake]

Great review Cliff. Surprised you wouod go BMW X3 over Alfa Stelvio for a drivers SUV. Nothing wrong with the GLC other than being a bit boring. I find the upcoming Genesis GV70 much more exciting than this. At this point I'm just happy this doesn't borrow the EQS design language.

[@northrollingacres]

I haven't driven the Stelvio on the road, only for 15 minutes on a track. Yes it's great. But I can't in good conscience recommend someone buy an Alfa given the company's very spotty reliability.

[@benoit.b9337]

Cliff is the best in the business, makes a car I'm not interested in very interesting.

[@lebonplanimmobilier2011]

Aux états unis les voitures sont bien moins chères que chez nous !

[@braetonwilson4296]

Excellent review as always, Cliff. I agree that it's just plain silly of Mercedes to charge $150 for double pane glass in a 50K luxury vehicle. Come on now!

[@ronaldwestra8735]

Typical American comment. Thinking everything is for free.. Even if you only spend $50k. Unbelievable

[@zbabyg6998]

@@ronaldwestra8735 lmao, you can get this same car more or less with a loaded VW or Mazda for 10k and more options. "Only 50k" is actually well above market.

[@findknightthesecond4317]

Agree body style is not my type but inside is nice

[@turdferguson2839]

I remember when Mercedes had the C, E and S class, C meant Cheap, E meant expensive and S meant Super expensive lol now Mercedes has 50 different models.

[@sameergarg04]

A means absolutely cheqp

[@yourfriendlycpa1595]

Mercedes just overcharges on everything. So many of the safety features should be standard. Great review, Clifford.

[@colechapman6976]

The reason why is to make the brand name hold some type of stalk in the common public. People see a Lexus and aren't that impressed, but a beautiful Mercedes, heck yeah people gobble it up. The reason why Mercedes does not include these features is to make sure budget and "ugly" cheapos can't access their cars and ruin their reputation. It's all very classist and elitist thinking but it's what they must do in order to protect their car's reputation with the public. Safety features are also always the most modern/high-tech on Mercedes and German cars and new safety features are often on these fancy cars, so they will upcharge knowing if people want the newest technology fad, they are going to have to go spend 70 grand for it. If they charge normal prices for these features then they can't differentiate from Japanese cars. The thing is though, is that if they charge less, it will ironically make their brand less desirable. Similar to how sure, a shirt from Ralph Lauren costs 90 dollars, but a shirt from JCrew costs 60 dollars. It's the same idea with Mercedes. it's not that there is much difference quality-wise, and Ralph Lauren could charge way less for a standard item, but they choose not to in order to create clout and a feeling or idea of exclusivity. And that's the whole deal with why luxury cars don't have things that should be standard.

[@yourfriendlycpa1595]

@@colechapman6976 Yeah, makes sense. I've actually noticed BMW's release of the new 2-Series has barley any options available with many previous options included in the base cost. I do know Audi certainly subscribes to the Mercedes business plan.

[@badcallsign4204]

Not quite as objective as it should be. Why would you want a “lower stance” on an SUV? SUVs should have excellent ground clearance, be 4WD or AWD and should have a full sized spare even with run-flat tires. I’m not seeing that across the board. That’s a problem. Overall a good in-depth review of this vehicle though.

[@fowlerman1993]

Bought a 2 year old Q5 Prestige with 10k on for 37. Moral of the story is don’t buy anything new German market appreciates so incredibly bad

[@orlandosnaps4723]

Why does the American glc look so different from the European version? And not in a good way

[@stephenvivian6178]

I just test drove one of these and agree with your review. The car didn’t distinguish itself in any way apart from the emblem. The fake leather sucks, the base 6 speakers makes for weak sound, and the driving dynamics are just OK. It’s a perfectly competent car but I expect more than that out of a Benz.

[@colechapman6976]

It's a Benz so you have to go to the top trims and more options to make it a true Benz. Optional extras are really important so driving around in the base model or even a trim above base is still not that great. That's why Japanese luxury vehicles are somewhat better because more things are standard, of course for good reason because they aren't as brand flashy as Mercedes

[@jonothandoeser]

The fake leather will still be looking good when your leather seats are stretched, sagging, and the color is rubbing off of the cowhide. MBTEX is BETTER than leather. Do the research!

[@yorkudegree4358]

GLC is an excellent vehicle with the best interior, but X3 is bigger has the better drive, tech and info system.

[@jonothandoeser]

Better drive = less comfortable and luxurious.

[@kevincaldwell4707]

I prefer the GLB over this GLC

[@TheJacobGZuma]

Cool car, it's biggest problem is that the BMW X3 exists. Well done, Clifford.

[@matthewdickenson142]

Lol wait till you have to sell or trade in then realise your bmw does not hold value and is not reliable 😂😂

[@smokescreen_yt1049]

@@matthewdickenson142 who cares when you’re leasing it 😏

[@matthewdickenson142]

@@smokescreen_yt1049 👏👏👏you totally missed the point 🤦🤦

[@smokescreen_yt1049]

@@matthewdickenson142 I see your point but I’m just saying you lease it and they’ll cover it all for you 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@PC4ever]

@@matthewdickenson142 A BMW is pretty reliable but are you saying that a Mercedes has a higher resale value?

[@blackcatsarenopussies]

It's a little known fact that GLC chassis is based on E Class and not on the C Class. Check, please and correct accordingly 🍺

[@reyahnking5093]

This is a suv. Why not cover its off road ability? The only reason to get an suv should be need not desire!

[@rubenbarrera7338]

Damn. This guy doesn't like nothing. Lol

[@northrollingacres]

I like Mercedes, but not every Mercedes!

[@rubenbarrera7338]

@@northrollingacres fair enough Cliff. I typed that mid view. Good review. Just every time I decide on a Mercedes model, Car guru reviews change my mind. Lol 😅🥲

[@ivanabugosova214]

You know what stop this car and take a walk

[@greef_karga6402]

This GLC really has nothing going for it tbh…The Q5 is a much better all rounder and the X3 is far more exciting to drive. The british rivals are far better looking, and the japanese are more reliable.

[@eltonmurillo1909]

Q5 interior is pretty mediocre... bought the GLC 😁

[@BrandiMorgan-us1pr]

I laughed at the interior of Q5. Boring and dated.