Mercedes-Benz revealed on Wednesday a new electrified option for its Best-selling GLC class in the form of the 2025 GLC 350e plug-in hybrid. It is expected to launch in US showrooms in the second half of 2024 and pricing information will be announced closer to the on-sale date.
The latest GLC-Class has arrived for the 2023 model year, initially with a single GLC 300 powered by a 258-hp 2.0-liter turbo-4. The GLC 350e builds on the GLC 300 by adding a 134 hp electric motor for a combined output of 313 hp.
A large battery, whose capacity is 24.8 kWh, means that a decent electric range is possible. Mercedes estimates an electric range of 81 miles on the WLTP test cycle used overseas, although this is less when using the more stringent EPA cycle. A full charge using a DC fast charger will take about 30 minutes, Mercedes said.
In electric mode, the maximum speed is limited to 140 km/h. The driver can select Electric mode using a drive mode selector. Also included is an Off-Road mode that allows the vehicle to travel on electric power alone, even in off-road terrain.
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class (GLC 350e)
Standard equipment includes all-wheel drive, 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, 11.9-inch infotainment screen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless smartphone charging pad, 16-way heated front seats with memory, auto-dimming rearview mirror, ambient lighting, power tailgate and a host of electronic driver assistance features.
The latest GLC class is also available with a coupe-like body stylebut Mercedes has not said whether this option can be combined with the GLC 350e version.
AMG’s latest GLC 63 is also a plug-in hybrid. Known as GLC 63 SE Performanceit delivers up to 671 hp with a 2.0-liter turbo at the front and a powerful electric motor at the rear.
And buyers willing to wait can wait a GLC Class electric. Prototypes of this model are currently undergoing testing ahead of its scheduled debut next year.