We place the new 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC side-by-side with the old GLC to see what you’re in for once it arrives in Australia in 2023. Show  Mercedes-Benz revealed its new medium luxury SUV this week, with the new 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC likely again to become the German marque’s most popular vehicle. However, Mercedes isn’t resting on its laurels and expecting success to come to it. A whole host of changes have been made with the new-generation 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC including tweaks to its exterior styling, new interior finishes and design, better technology, and larger dimensions overall. Drive has been given images which directly pit the new 2023 GLC (codenamed X254) against its forerunner (codenamed X253). We've delved into the key dimensions to determine just how different the Mercedes-Benz GLC is between generations. Here’s how the two compare. Key dimensions
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The incoming X254-generation Mercedes-Benz GLC range will arrive in Australia in the first half of 2023. Pricing and specifications of the incoming model will be announced closer to its launch. Tom started out in the automotive industry by exploiting his photographic skills but quickly learned that journalists got the better end of the deal. He began with CarAdvice in 2014, left in 2017 to join Bauer Media titles including Wheels and WhichCar and subsequently returned to CarAdvice in early 2021 during its transition to Drive. As part of the Drive content team, Tom covers automotive news, car reviews, advice, and holds a special interest in long-form feature stories. He understands that every car buyer is unique and has varying requirements when it comes to buying a new car, but equally, there’s also a loyal subset of Drive audience that loves entertaining enthusiast content. Tom holds a deep respect for all things automotive no matter the model, priding himself on noticing the subtle things that make each car tick. Not a day goes by that he doesn’t learn something new in an everchanging industry, which is then imparted to the Drive reader base. Read more about Tom Fraser When can you buy 2023 GLC?The 2023 Mercedes GLC release date will most likely be in April 2023. If you aren't in a rush for a new crossover, you can wait for the new 2023 GLC. However, there aren't any major changes compared to the current year so you may be better off buying the 2022 GLC at a lower price.
Is Mercedes coming out with a new GLC?The all-new 2023 Mercedes GLC celebrated its world premiere on June 1, 2022. In this story, we take a look at what we know about the crossover-SUV sibling of the new C-Class which will likely arrive in the U.S. in early 2023. 9.1.
Where is 2023 Mercedes GLC made?2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC Starts Production in Bremen and Sindelfingen. Codenamed X254, the second-generation GLC has begun production at the Mercedes-Benz Bremen and Sindelfingen assembly plants. By the end of 2022, the compact luxury SUV will start production in Beijing as well.
Which GLC year is best?Recommended Trim
The 2022 GLC-Class SUV is available with three trims this year: GLC300, GLC300 4Matic, and AMG GLC43. We think the GLC300 4Matic is best, as it offers the best combination of usable practicality, capable performance, and everyday luxury.
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