Australian pricing and specifications for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 have been announced ahead of its local arrival in June 2023. Just one model will be available initially, with Mercedes-Benz Australia electing to import only the ‘300’ variant of the range so far. Priced from $104,900 plus on-road costs, the new generation GLC is priced $12,600 more than the last-generation model, which is offset by more standard equipment and a mild-hybrid system for greater efficiency, according to the company – though it’s not a fully electric model like the EQC or EQA.
Under the bonnet of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 is a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine that’s mated to a nine-speed automatic transmission and an all-wheel drive system. It’s accompanied by a 48V mild-hybrid system that adds 17kW/200Nm of grunt for total system outputs of 190kW of power and 400Nm of torque. Its claimed 0-100km/h sprint time is 6.2 seconds, while the claimed combined fuel consumption is rated at 7.7L/100km. This is the only engine option available in the GLC in Australia for the time being.
[google_add_1}Measuring 4,716mm long, 1,890mm wide, 1,640mm tall and with a 2,888mm long wheelbase, the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 is 60mm longer overall and has a 15mm longer wheelbase, as well as the same width and 4mm less height, than the previous-generation GLC. Its 620-litre boot (with the seats up) is 50L larger than the previous GLC.
Standard equipment on the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 includes 20-inch alloy wheels, the sportier looking ‘AMG Line’ exterior package, a panoramic sunroof, aluminium-look running boards, keyless entry and start with a hands-free tailgate, ‘Artico’ synthetic leather upholstery with powered (with memory) and heated front seats, an 11.9-inch touchscreen with the brand’s latest ‘MBUX’ operating system, inbuilt satellite navigation, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 12.3-inch digital driver’s display, a wireless phone charger, a heads-up display and premium paint.
Just one option package is available for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC300: the $6,900 Plus Package, which adds digital light headlights with matrix adaptive high beam, heat- and noise-insulating glass, a Burmester 3D surround sound system, augmented reality navigation and an upgraded alarm system.
2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC pricing (plus on-road costs):
- GLC300: $104,900
- Plus Package: $6,900
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 will go on sale in Australia in June. Stay tuned to DiscoverAuto for the latest automotive news and reviews.
I’m really excited to see the 2023 GLC300 hitting the market! The updates in design and technology look impressive. Can’t wait to test drive it and see how it handles on the road. Thanks for the detailed info!