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2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV: What's New, Models, and Specs
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The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV lineup ranges from the 255-hp GLC 300 SUV to the new 443-hp Mercedes-AMG GLC 53 4MATIC+ SUV. The GLC 300 models continue with a turbocharged 2.0L inline-4 and 48-volt mild-hybrid assistance, while the GLC 350e 4MATIC SUV adds plug-in hybrid capability with up to 54 miles of EPA-estimated electric range. This page covers the four models currently listed in the U.S. GLC SUV lineup, their powertrains, technology, and key specifications, with a link to check current availability at Mercedes-Benz of Abilene.
What's New for 2027
The primary confirmed change in the gasoline and plug-in hybrid GLC SUV lineup for 2027 is the arrival of the Mercedes-AMG GLC 53 4MATIC+ SUV. Its AMG-enhanced 3.0L turbocharged inline-6 uses an electric auxiliary compressor and Integrated Starter-Generator and produces 443 hp and 443 lb-ft of torque, with up to 472 lb-ft briefly available through overboost. Mercedes-Benz lists a 4.0-second 0–60 mph time with RACE START.
The new AMG model also introduces two styling packages specifically identified as exclusive to model year 2027. The Golden Accents Package combines Techgold detailing with special exterior graphics, 21-inch forged wheels, black leather with contrast stitching, carbon-fiber trim with gold accents, and additional AMG exterior elements. A separate Design Package is also exclusive to 2027 and combines selected metallic paints, the AMG Night Package, matte-black 21-inch wheels, and carbon-fiber interior trim.
Digital Vehicle Key is offered through the Mercedes-Benz app for compatible devices, allowing supported smartphones or Apple Watches to unlock and operate the vehicle. Device compatibility, account setup, vehicle equipment, and applicable Mercedes-Benz Digital Extras requirements apply.
Model Lineup
Mercedes-Benz USA currently lists four models in the 2027 GLC SUV lineup.
GLC 300 SUV
The rear-wheel-drive GLC 300 SUV uses a 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 with 48-volt mild-hybrid assistance. It produces 255 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque and uses a 9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic transmission.
The GLC 300 SUV can accelerate from 0–60 mph in 5.9 seconds, delivers EPA-estimated fuel economy of 24 mpg city and 32 mpg highway, and can tow up to 3,500 lbs when properly equipped. Standard highlights include 19-inch AMG wheels, a Panorama roof, heated power front seats, wireless smartphone integration, Surround View, and DISTRONIC® adaptive cruise control.
GLC 300 4MATIC SUV
The GLC 300 4MATIC SUV uses the same 255-hp, 295-lb-ft mild-hybrid inline-4 and adds 4MATIC® all-wheel drive. Mercedes-Benz lists a 6.0-second 0–60 mph time and fuel economy of 23 mpg city and 31 mpg highway.
Its cargo capacity is 21.9 cu ft behind the rear seats and up to 56.3 cu ft with the rear seats folded. Towing capacity is up to 3,500 lbs when properly equipped.
GLC 350e 4MATIC SUV
The GLC 350e is the plug-in hybrid model. It combines a turbocharged 2.0L inline-4 with an electric motor for 313 combined hp and 406 lb-ft of combined torque.
The GLC 350e 4MATIC SUV offers up to 54 miles of EPA-estimated electric range, an EPA-estimated 60 city/70 highway MPGe, and a 0–60 mph time of 6.3 seconds. Standard DC charging at up to 60 kW can take the battery from 10% to 80% in approximately 20 minutes under suitable conditions. The model also includes self-leveling rear air suspension and fully variable 4MATIC all-wheel drive.
Mercedes-AMG GLC 53 4MATIC+ SUV
New for 2027, the AMG GLC 53 uses an AMG-enhanced 3.0L inline-6 with an exhaust-gas turbocharger, electric auxiliary compressor, and 48-volt Integrated Starter-Generator. The gasoline engine produces 443 hp and 443 lb-ft of torque, with up to 472 lb-ft briefly available through overboost.
Standard performance equipment includes AMG Performance 4MATIC+ fully variable all-wheel drive, AMG RIDE CONTROL suspension with adaptive damping, 2.5-degree active rear-axle steering, AMG DYNAMIC SELECT, and 20-inch AMG wheels. Mercedes-Benz's MY2027 U.S. quick-reference guide identifies its transmission as the AMG SPEEDSHIFT® TCT 9G.
Compare GLC models side by side
The 2027 GLC 400 4MATIC Electric is offered as a separate GLC Electric SUV model line. It is not included among the four gasoline and plug-in hybrid GLC SUV models listed on the main GLC SUV lineup page.
Performance and Powertrain
The GLC 300 SUV and GLC 300 4MATIC SUV share a turbocharged 2.0L inline-4 with a 48-volt Integrated Starter-Generator. The gasoline engine produces 255 hp at 5,800 rpm and 295 lb-ft of torque between 2,000 and 3,200 rpm.
The Integrated Starter-Generator can provide up to 23 hp and 148 lb-ft of supplemental electrical assistance under certain conditions. It also supports energy recuperation and engine-off coasting functions.
A 9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic transmission is standard. The GLC 300 SUV uses rear-wheel drive and is rated at 24 mpg city and 32 mpg highway. The GLC 300 4MATIC SUV adds all-wheel drive and is rated at 23 mpg city and 31 mpg highway. Both are rated to tow up to 3,500 lbs when properly equipped.
2027 GLC 300 SUV fuel economy data
The GLC 350e 4MATIC SUV uses fourth-generation Mercedes-Benz Plug-In Hybrid technology. Its 2.0L turbocharged engine and electric motor produce 313 combined hp and 406 lb-ft of combined torque.
The high-voltage system supports an EPA-estimated 54 miles of electric driving. Mercedes-Benz lists AC charging at up to 11 kW and standard DC fast charging at up to 60 kW, with a stated 10%-to-80% DC charging time of approximately 20 minutes under suitable conditions. Actual range and charging times vary with temperature, battery condition, equipment, driving conditions, and charging hardware.
The Mercedes-AMG GLC 53 uses a substantially different engine and chassis configuration. Its AMG-enhanced 3.0L inline-6 combines an exhaust-gas turbocharger with an electric auxiliary compressor to support throttle response, while the Integrated Starter-Generator can contribute additional short-duration electrical assistance.
Output is 443 hp and 443 lb-ft, with 472 lb-ft briefly available through overboost. AMG Performance 4MATIC+ can vary torque distribution between the axles, while the available AMG DYNAMIC PLUS Package adds an electronically controlled limited-slip rear differential, Drift Mode, a RACE drive program, dynamic engine mounts, and additional performance hardware.
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
All four 2027 GLC SUV models seat five passengers. Published dimensions for the GLC 300 and GLC 350e include 41.3 inches of front headroom, 40.7 inches of front legroom, 39.7 inches of rear headroom, 37.4 inches of rear legroom, 57.3 inches of front shoulder room, and 56.6 inches of rear shoulder room.
The GLC 300 SUV, GLC 300 4MATIC SUV, and GLC 350e 4MATIC SUV provide 21.9 cu ft of cargo space behind the rear seats and up to 56.3 cu ft with the rear seats folded.
The new Mercedes-AMG GLC 53 4MATIC+ SUV provides 21.9 cu ft behind the rear seats and up to 59.3 cu ft maximum.
Heated power front seats with memory are standard GLC features, and the cabin offers MB-Tex upholstery as standard with leather and Nappa leather choices available depending on model and equipment. The Panorama roof is standard and includes an interior power sunblind.
The GLC also continues to offer 64-color ambient lighting and fingerprint recognition for MBUX user profiles. Fingerprint recognition was already part of the current-generation GLC when it launched for MY2023 and should not be characterized as a 2027 introduction.
Available Exclusive and Pinnacle equipment packages on the GLC 300 can add features such as enhanced ambient lighting, Burmester® 3D Surround Sound, DIGITAL LIGHT with projections, Head-Up Display, and other comfort and technology equipment. Package contents vary by model and should be checked when configuring a specific vehicle.
Technology and Infotainment
The 2027 GLC SUV offers third-generation MBUX with an AI-based voice assistant and MBUX Routines. Routines can automate supported functions according to parameters such as location, vehicle conditions, or other configured settings.
Some MBUX functions and Digital Extras require a personal Mercedes me ID, agreement to applicable terms, vehicle-account pairing, cellular or GPS connectivity, and in some cases an active subscription or separate data connection.
The GLC digital cockpit uses an 11.9-inch portrait-format central touchscreen and a 12.3-inch digital driver display. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto® are available without a cable, and a wireless charging station is provided for compatible smartphones.
Mercedes-Benz Digital Vehicle Key can allow compatible Apple or Android devices to unlock and operate the GLC. The function depends on compatible hardware and software and should not be described as universally available on every phone.
Active Parking Assist can help with selected parking maneuvers, while the standard Surround View System combines camera images to provide an overhead view during low-speed driving. For the 2027 gasoline GLC lineup, these features are identified as Active Parking Assist and Surround View, rather than as a new “MB.DRIVE PARKING ASSIST 360” feature.
4MATIC models can also offer Transparent Hood functionality. It uses exterior-camera images to create a virtual view of the area immediately beneath the front of the vehicle in supported off-road modes and at specified low speeds. It is a visibility aid and does not replace checking for people, animals, obstacles, or changing terrain.
Safety and Driver Assistance
The 2027 GLC SUV includes a range of standard safety, parking, and driver-assistance technologies.
DISTRONIC® adaptive cruise control is standard in the current U.S. GLC lineup. It can adjust the selected cruising speed according to certain traffic conditions ahead and can brake the vehicle to a stop under supported circumstances. The driver remains responsible for steering, braking, watching traffic, and maintaining control of the vehicle.
Blind Spot Assist, Active Brake Assist, PRE-SAFE®, and a front-center airbag are also part of the GLC's occupant-protection and assistance equipment. The center airbag is positioned between the driver and front passenger to help reduce occupant-to-occupant contact in certain crashes; it should not be described as a “frontal collision mitigation airbag.”
The standard Surround View System assists with low-speed maneuvering. Camera views can be affected by weather, lighting, dirt, snow, or the cameras' field of view and are not a substitute for checking the area around the vehicle.
An available Driver Assistance Package expands the assistance suite with functions that can include Active Steering Assist, Active Lane Change Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active Blind Spot Assist with Exit Warning, Active Emergency Stop Assist, Active Brake Assist with Turning and Cross-Traffic Function, Traffic Sign Assist, and other supported systems depending on the model.
These are driver-assistance systems, not autonomous-driving functions. The driver must remain attentive and prepared to intervene.
Mercedes-Benz safety technology overview
Who It's For / vs the Prior Year
GLC 300 SUV
The GLC 300 SUV is configured for shoppers who want rear-wheel drive, a 255-hp turbocharged mild-hybrid engine, five-passenger seating, and published fuel economy of 24 mpg city and 32 mpg highway. The GLC 300 4MATIC SUV adds all-wheel drive with the same engine output.
GLC 350e 4MATIC SUV
The GLC 350e 4MATIC SUV is the plug-in hybrid choice. Its EPA-estimated 54-mile electric range can allow some shorter daily trips to be completed using battery power when the vehicle starts with sufficient charge, while the gasoline engine remains available for longer travel. Whether an individual trip can be completed without using gasoline depends on temperature, speed, terrain, climate-control use, driving style, and other conditions.
Mercedes-AMG GLC 53 4MATIC+ SUV
The Mercedes-AMG GLC 53 4MATIC+ SUV is the major 2027 addition for shoppers seeking the AMG performance configuration. It combines 443 hp, fully variable AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive, AMG RIDE CONTROL, active rear-axle steering, and a manufacturer-stated 4.0-second 0–60 mph time.
For shoppers comparing the 2027 GLC SUV with earlier model years, the 48-volt mild-hybrid system, fingerprint recognition, the current digital cockpit, and Transparent Hood should not be treated as 2027 introductions.
What is specifically notable for 2027 is the new Mercedes-AMG GLC 53 4MATIC+ SUV and its available model-year-exclusive Golden Accents and Design packages.
See the 2027 GLC SUV at Mercedes-Benz of Abilene
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Depending on current inventory and incoming vehicles, available models may include the GLC 300 SUV, GLC 300 4MATIC SUV, GLC 350e 4MATIC SUV, and Mercedes-AMG GLC 53 4MATIC+ SUV. Contact the dealership to confirm whether a specific model, color, drivetrain, or equipment package is currently available to view or test-drive.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is new on the 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV?
The primary confirmed addition to Mercedes-Benz USA's current GLC SUV lineup is the Mercedes-AMG GLC 53 4MATIC+ SUV. It uses a 443-hp AMG-enhanced inline-6 with AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive, AMG RIDE CONTROL suspension, and active rear-axle steering. The Golden Accents and Design packages are also identified as exclusive to MY2027. The GLC 300's 48-volt mild-hybrid system is not new for 2027; it has been standard since MY2023.
How many models does the 2027 GLC SUV offer?
Mercedes-Benz USA currently lists four models on the GLC SUV page: GLC 300 SUV, GLC 300 4MATIC SUV, GLC 350e 4MATIC SUV, and Mercedes-AMG GLC 53 4MATIC+ SUV. Mercedes-Benz markets the GLC 400 4MATIC Electric separately under the GLC Electric SUV line.
What is the fuel economy of the 2027 GLC 300 SUV?
The rear-wheel-drive GLC 300 SUV delivers an EPA-estimated 24 mpg city and 32 mpg highway. Actual fuel economy can vary based on driving conditions, vehicle condition, driving style, load, traffic, weather, and other factors.
What is the electric range of the 2027 GLC 350e 4MATIC SUV?
The GLC 350e has an EPA-estimated electric range of up to 54 miles with a fully charged battery. Mercedes-Benz lists fuel economy of 60 city and 70 highway MPGe in plug-in operation.
Does the 2027 GLC SUV come with all-wheel drive standard?
Not on every model. The GLC 300 SUV is rear-wheel drive. The GLC 300 4MATIC and GLC 350e 4MATIC use 4MATIC all-wheel drive, while the Mercedes-AMG GLC 53 uses AMG Performance 4MATIC+ fully variable all-wheel drive.
What is the towing capacity of the 2027 GLC SUV?
Mercedes-Benz lists a maximum towing capacity of up to 3,500 lbs for the GLC 300 SUV, GLC 300 4MATIC SUV, GLC 350e 4MATIC SUV, and Mercedes-AMG GLC 53 4MATIC+ SUV when properly equipped. Trailer weight, vehicle load, hitch equipment, and applicable manufacturer requirements must be observed.
How fast is the 2027 Mercedes-AMG GLC 53 4MATIC+ SUV?
Mercedes-Benz lists a 4.0-second 0–60 mph time with RACE START. Its AMG-enhanced 3.0L inline-6 produces 443 hp and 443 lb-ft of torque, with up to 472 lb-ft briefly available through overboost.
Is third-generation MBUX new on the 2027 GLC SUV?
No. Mercedes-Benz documented third-generation MBUX with Routines and biometric fingerprint recognition on the GLC before 2027. It remains an important current feature.
Is the 2027 GLC SUV available at Mercedes-Benz of Abilene?
Contact Mercedes-Benz of Abilene in Abilene, TX, to check current or incoming 2027 GLC SUV inventory and confirm when a specific model or configuration can be viewed or test-driven.
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