I test drove the new GLC and it was pleasant, nothing exceptional. My daughter just ordered one. The center console is impressive with the Tesla like screen, however, other aspects of the interior didn’t blow me away. For example the seat adjustment on the doors you now just touch the area you want to move, the physical button doesn’t actually move. I thought the door panels looked kind of cheap, with the glossy back finish. This GLC had a sticker of $58-59k , had the two tone seats, brown and black which I didn’t particularly care for. All of my comments are just my personal opinions, many people will disagree with my initial impression. The exterior is nice,I kind of like the 2022 more. The GLC was quick and handled well, brakes had a good feel and all around visibility was good. I’m sure my daughter will love her GLC, however, perhaps after such a long awaited arrival for this next generation GLC I was expecting too much, I was underwhelmed.

 

Aloha Bryce1023,

I currently have a 2014 ML 350 and was looking to, perhaps, downsize to a GLC 300. Have you or your daughter drive the GLC at night with the ambient lighting on? I've seen a couple of night drive videos, and there appears to be a bit of reflection on the windshield and side windows, but that may be due to the location of the camera in the vehicle itself. Have you driven an ML/GLE? I've heard comments that wind/road noise is pretty good in the GLC, but that the GLE is a bit quieter. I'm still torn between the two vehicles. I no longer have the requirement for cargo (my four nieces are all in college now and don't want to hang our with their "old" aunt and uncle , but both vehicles are worth their cost, especially when comparing either to my current ML.

 

We drove the GLC during the day however I wouldn’t worry much about the reflection of the ambient lighting. I own a GLE and it is quite different from the GLC in terms of size and comfort. It’s also different in terms of price. The GLE and the GLC are fairly quiet, however, the GLE does have a whistling noise emanating from the driver’s side mirror. Not just my GLE, many. I also have a 2022 GLC which my wife and I like very much. We drove it to Florida and it performed well. All cars have their own issues however I have no regrets. I am quite sure that my daughter will be pleased when she gets her new GLC.

 

Aloha Bryce1023,

You're correct about the difference in price and room, specifically room in the driver's footwell of the GLC, as compared to the GLE. My ML doesn't have that whistling noise - prehaps that's a GLE-specific issue. I will, hopefully, be relocating back to Tampa, FL when I retire in 2030. Being currently in Hawaii, I don't normally drive as fast as I do while on vacation, so it's nice to read that the GLC performs well. One thing I really liked from the order guide is that MB is divorcing DISTRONIC from the DA-2 Driver Assistance Package. To be honest, that was the only reason for me to even consider that package. DISTRONIC by itself is only $600, as opposed to $1,920 for the DA-2 package. I don't need the active options - I would rather have them passive. When looking at the GLE order guide, I have to get the DA-2 package to get DISTRONIC. $15K is a bit, when comparing two comparably-equipped vehicles, especially in today's economy. Thanks for the speedy reply and the information you provided.

 

Test drove a 2023 GLC today. I must say I am a bit underwhelmed - my config would be about a $62k or so car. Obviously just my personal opinion.
The interior is pretty much the same (unless one gets the AMG interior), obviously different colors and trims. Not sure if it would be much nicer with leather (but no ventilated seats, so a bit less ‘luxurious’ in my mind).

I did like the electric starter motor. No more complaints about the auto start/stop from me - car drive off the line instantaneously, no ‘shudder’ or noise because of the engine starting off a light. Also seems to have plenty of torque for accelerating and overtaking.

Also liked the space. Surprising amount of cargo space, with the seats down and having a 6 foot 1 driver. Likewise, I sat comfortably behind myself (with the driver seat being where I would normally have it). Plenty of space in doors and between seats. Sunny day, no problems reading the screens. Also no issues with my polarized sun glasses (but the car I test drove didn’t have the HUD).

Didn’t mind the capacitive buttons and non-movable seat adjusting buttons all that much. I think I would get used to all that really quick - except for during cold season when I wear gloves maybe.

On the fence whether to order one or not. It’s a lot of money for a car that I would have expected to be a bit, well, nicer - more luxurious in a way. Hard to put my finger on it.

 

The GLC grew over the years and the X254 is no exception, I think you will find the size pretty comparable to your ML.

 

My first post! We drove the '23 GLC yesterday and actually found it pretty impressive. Notably, the sound level, or lack of, inside was probably as silent as I have ever heard. We are shopping for a 2019 RDX replacement, and this is the last car on our list....primarily because it is so late getting to market. The power felt great, especially for what doesn't seem that impressive of HP/Torque numbers, the auto off/start was seamless, the screen (s) are beautiful, albeit at the expense of real buttons. The gear selector on the column would take some getting use to. The lack of USB ports was pretty bad....I think there are only 3 w/o adding an additional up-charge to get more, and none in the back for rear passengers. If there are cupholders in the back I missed them. I think the thing that surprised me the most was finding out the just released '23's are either on lots, or on transports/ship on the way to the lot., and '24 orders are now being taken. That has to be the shortest model year ever. Anyway, I am putting an order together Thursday and just pretending that it doesn't cost an arm and 2 legs. Looking forward to my new blog after 4 years of 'Acurazine' which was a huge help in learning about that car.

 

Pull down the center section in the rear seat. Pop the front and you’ll find 2 cup holders and a slot for a cell phone. A work around for more C ports you can buy a 3/4 small USB hub with a type C to add more ports.

I pick my 300RWD on 4/24. Loving it. Attached is the April order guide. Think it’s the latest. Shows all the options and prices. Your right about the 2024 and the short run for the 23 line. Chalk it up to all that has happened over the last year or so.

 

Thanks.I saw what is described as a phone holder when we looked at it (although I could not get my Apple 12 to fit into it in any way). The salesperson did not know what it was, but honestly he did not know a lot about the GLC. Perhaps it takes a double push on it to get the cup holder to come out. I looked at the '23 guide, someone else posted a '24 guide. There are some notable differences, like the AMG wheels are now $300 cheaper (wheel RVP for example), interesting the '24 Pinnacle Line price is now TBD, as is the Exclusive Trim Line', oddly the heated steering wheel option for $250 requires the $450 winter package, that already includes the heated steering wheel. In the '24 guide, the 894 Enhanced Ambient Lighting that was included in '23's 'Exclusive Trim line" now isn't, is a standalone option for $650, and has a note that it is "Limited Availability"...whatever that means. In the '24 guide, the PBG "MB Navigation option for $650 says it is "Only available with the Premium Trim (DX0). There is nothing in that guide that says anything about a DX0 trim line, but it does show in the DX1 Exclusive Trim line. The Nav is also $25 cheaper in '24, as is the trailer hitch for '24, and Advanced USB package is $80 cheaper, the Roof Spoiler is $100 cheaper...several other options are also cheaper, like "MB Star Set' was cut in half....and so on. This should be an interesting ordering process for a '24.

 

Yes, to get the cup holders you push a second time lightly on the "phone holder" thing.

Navi is standard on the DX1 trim so hence why it's only available on base cars. it doesn't show an option for DX0 Premium trim because it's standard; that's the base trim. And some of the options are different prices on the 2023 order guide then they are IRL, so that's definitely subject to change.

 

If anyone has the MY2024 order guide, please post!

 

https://mbworld.org/forums/attachmen...uide-en_us.pdf

 

Dang it! They drop the ONE color that is the finest grey in their lineup (MB). The best grey in the industry, Selenite Grey. So much for my ordering strategy...

 

That is a shame, and I agree, one of the best greys available.

 

It may not appeal to you or know if you have seen it in person, but the one we test drove was Graphite Gray (with black wheels). We ended up liking it so much that that is likely the color we will order on our '24. Normally we stick with boring old white because we live in Vegas and that color gets along with the heat the best. They did not have the Selenite when we looked so I don't know how it compares. Not sure what MANUFAKTUR paint is, but see Graphite Gray is available in that also.

 

MANUFAKTUR is the new designo I think, MANUFAKTUR first came out in the G wagen I think.

 

I second this! I guess they want people to transition to Graphite.

 

Thanks for posting your impressions of the vehicle you test drove, congrats on your order as well, look forward to it : )

 

They are dropping "older" colours like lunar blue as well and replacing it with nautical blue for example, guess they want to be the "new" Mercedes.

 

Just chatted with my friendly neighborhood MB Dealer. 2023 & 2024 will overlap. 2023’s were released last week and 2024’s will be released in October. Cars will be exactly the same. Consider the source 🤣

Kyle

 

Shake my head... Hopefully MB does better with the schedule on the coming models.

 

I’m going to see him tomorrow. He suggested that I should order a 2024 for October delivery rather than a 2023 for July delivery. Lack of MSRP on the base model and Pinnacle Trim (DX2) is a bit of a problem. Also a problem is that if I order a 2024 my 2022 trade in is now 2 model years old. $2K +/- onto their’s and off of mine, plus what ever they do the the DX2 pricing and maybe they deliver in October? Hmmm…

 

Anyone know what the additional depreciation percentage from 1 model year old to 2 model years old is?

 

Hopefully those TBD prices missing for the '24's will get filled in soon. Seems kind of odd that every option is priced, but not the base or Pinnacle. It will be interesting to see how the '24 overall price when optioned up a little compares to the '23 given that so may options are less $ in '24, and some just thrown in, like the $350 XM radio option that will now be no charge. You could think that it could make the overall price lower in '24...but with the Base and Pinnacle prices marked as TBD, that leaves that a big question mark. MB's website is of no help because the 'build it' feature is still not functioning....even for the '23, and no mention of the '24.
I'm surprised the delivery for the '24's is October. This is part of the email I received from our dealership...not from a salesperson, but someone in management of a fairly big chain. I do not get the impression the'24's will be that far out, but she didn't specifically say either. She calls out the color changes in '24, the lack of MSRP's, but not that there are a lot of reductions in option prices. And the option prices in the '23 guide match exactly what Moroney labels show for '23's. My guess is the MSRP will go up, and the option prices came down, so they will be about the same overall....but who knows.Right now, the model year 2023 GLC orders have been locked in and 2024 model year will start being produced so that is why I say we can configure a 2024 model as opposed to a 2023 model (essentially no changes from the 2023 model year with the exception of some additional color choices). When you were here, the configurator was difficult to navigate and I understand it is functioning for the model year 2024 GLC. While we do not have the official pricing and MSRP released, we can help with an estimation.

 

My biggest concern is the hit in value my 2022 will take once the 2024’s are released. I’m guessing the difference in value 1 model year behind and 2 model years behind is substantial.

I just looked at my 2022 sticker and the base was $45,850. the Base for the 2023 is $49,100. That might put the 2024 base around $52,350, maybe a little less because the car won’t be any different from the 2023.