Sal Collaziano

Any thoughts on the new 2022 GLC? I'm in the market for a new vehicle and it's either a GLE or GLC. I do like the GLC but it's rough riding and loud - so I don't think I'd make it my daily driver. I wonder if that may change for the second generation due in about a year. The only other thing that bothers me is the lack of knee room in the front seat. I think the center console is unnecessarily wide. I could have used another three inches of leg room there. I see pictures of the new C-Class - which will probably be nearly the same for the GLC - but I can't tell if that center console is still as wide.

drwolf

If you ask me I think that the GLC will remain the same size, just an interior/exterior modification. Behind the GLE, its a very popular model. In terms of how it will look, we just gotta wait until the next auto-shows to see how it looks. If you were to ask me, coming from an ML to a GLC you definitely miss the space in the back, and hopefully I am going back to GLE once im done with this one.

Sal Collaziano

Thank you, Size-wise, the GLC is fine. I just don't like the WIDE center console. It takes up too much knee-room in the front seat. I don't need a large back seat. I love the gas mileage I get from the GLC 300 and the power is really quite adequate. Surprising, actually. It's just the NVH that could be better. I know it's not one of Mercedes' top models but I think all Mercedes vehicles should be reasonably quiet inside. It IS a luxury brand. The harshness of the ride is to be expected, but I think with AIRMATIC, it would be fine. That and perhaps non run flat tires would/could make for a very nice ride...

Sigp232

It will be a little different
https://mercedesblog.com/next-merced...-winter-tests/

mikapen

When I first got in my Wife's '19 GLC, I had the same impression about how the center tunnel crowded the leg space.
However after some long trips, I found it to be very comfortable. Especially considering that it's hard for me to find a car where some part of the console hits my knee in just the wrong place, unless I adjust the seat to a non-comfortable position. I'm 6 feet.
So I like it more than I would have thought.

And I find that 19" tires are pretty comfortable, Run-flats or Go-flats - we have both. Do the 19's.

cbebmb1

I'm sure you've done your homework but, The GLC 300 is considered to be one of the more quiet and better riding compact crossovers. I've both a 2021 GLC 300 and a 2021 BMW X3 M40i.
The ride and sound level improved quite a bit when I dumped the run flats and went to some quality all season Michelins. Being a first tme German vehicle owner I must say the BMW X3 has a more quiet ride and just feels screwed together better. All four bangers are going to be noisey. At times I think my new GLC 300 resembles the sound of a diesel. I own the GLC for its quick 4 cyl and the beautiful interior and the BMW for its driving dynamics.

ParjAS

Look at the W206 wagon and imagine it a little taller. It will also likely share the interior and tech.

dagoselma

My biggest question is when. I’m seriously considering a GLC but my current lease ends this December and I doubt they will be selling it already in the US. I did own a 2016 GLC that was replaced by the current BMW X5; loved the GLC except for the super annoying windshield wiper rattling/skipping

Sal Collaziano

Oh, goodness, don't remind me. That's very annoying. :p I'm really hoping the next generation doesn't have that problem. I know, it's a "first world" problem... Personally, I think all Mercedes products should have the same high quality but I suppose to make things more affordable, some things must be sacrificed...

decorily

In fairness MB seem to have addressed these issues. ...my 2016 GLC had these annoying problems but my 2020 300d so far hasn't shown any signs of either issue! !!!

Sal Collaziano

That's great to hear. It's very unbecoming of a Mercedes automobile...

ParjAS

First year is always the worst year and then there is a steady improvement. But by the last year, when everything seems to have been resolved, it feels outdated.

cbebmb1

Personally, from what I've gathered, I would not call the 2022 GLC a redesign but just another refresh. The exterior looks pretty much the same. The interior looks pretty much the same except for the 1.5" larger vertical infotainment screen and dash vent design. When I think redesign I would expect new powertrain, increased towing capacity, significant body style change, extended wheel base, more standard equipment, etc,etc.

ParjAS

Hold up... Look at the W205 (outgoing C class) interior/exterior and look at the W206 (new C Class) pics?
The 2022 car will (likely) get the all 4 cyl line up from C class, triangular tail lamps, new headlamps, new grill, larger (maybe?) dimensions, new tech and cluster from S Class, fully redone interior, probably more safety tech standard, all that stuff.

cbebmb1

Where are you getting all this info? From what I've seen on you tube and on the web it will be the same 2.0 litre as the 2021. The grill I saw looked like the AMG package grill and the interior looked pretty much the same except for the infotainment screen and dash vents. I also didn't see any triagular tail lamps. Maybe I'm looking at a different vehicle.

ParjAS

Take a look:
https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a3...lass-revealed/

jonpom

I just looked on MB Facebook page and it shows 2022 GLC 63 S with 2021 interior. Is 2022 C sedan alone in getting S-class interior?

W205C43PFL

Regular GLC (X254) to be revealed on Wednesday, 1 June 2022 at 5:00 p.m. (CEST). Save the time and date if interested.
MB's official teaser image as shown:
https://group-media.mercedes-benz.co...3/53285127.jpg

W205C43PFL

On a side note, just realized for some reason X254 sub-forum isn't out yet when the W206 sub-forum was out at the time the car wasn't even revealed yet (unless I am blind and don't see the X254 sub-forum), Wolfman, mind doing the honours?

edpare

My dealer affirms the GLC300 is also the best selling SUV in the USA, as well as Europe. He can't keep one in stock. (It's BS, of course, just look at the cars around you)
If it wasn't for my need for the driver's assist right now, I might have waited for the '22 because it should finally be a partial hybrid. I read M-B has the final goal of making ALL ICE engined vehicles partial hybrids but needs overcame prudence.

js_cls

Some brightened images of the teaser. Looks like colored cladding will finally be available.

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eddieo45

Thanks for doing that; I couldn't even see a car in the original photo!
that is HOT! so, my GLC Coupe is a C253, not X253?

W205C43PFL

For those who want to watch the event, it is live now.