BobinIL

Hello. I'm shopping for '23 GLC and was wondering if you guys could give me some input on the front seats. Are the seats in the AMG Line the same as in the regular model, in terms of seat and side bolsters? Both my wife and I prefer less aggressive bolstering if available in our cars. We're different shapes, so less bolstering works best for both of us.

I currently have an X3 and the seats are the same in an M Sport Model as in the regular model. BUT if you get ventilated seats, they are a different shape with smaller bolsters which works for us.

Thanks in advance for any help.

newglcdriver

Buyer beware...if you care about reliability, you may want to stick with BMW! I just switched from a '23 GLC to a BMW. Seats may be the least of your worries with the new GLC, not sure if you've ready any of the problems on here lots of folks have been having.

mhmyers55

I am not 100% fond of the AMG line seats. There is a very hard cording between the seat and the side bolsters that I feel on the side of my upper leg. But after raising the front, it is less noticeable. Otherwise I do feel nicely cradled in by the side bolsters.

BobinIL

I've read about some of the reliability issues. Hopefully, a lot of them will be sorted out. Our X3 has been pretty much problem free which is nice, but I'm in the mood to try something different. That could change though. I'm still on the fence as to what to get.

BobinIL

Thanks. So, the AMG line seats are shaped a bit different than the regular seats? It seems like dealer inventories around me are building up since the refresh and I'll be able to try both types of seats.

mhmyers55

I don’t know if they are different

js_cls

I don’t think they should be different. Granted I’ve only been in the C300, but they do share an interior. I personally found the new seats much more comfortable than the previous generation which always annoyed my upper back/shoulders.

BobinIL

Thanks. I'm anxious to try the seats in both trims before moving forward on a GLC.

Bryce1023

Have you considered buying a GLE. Reliability is a major issue with the new GLC. Perhaps a lesser equipped GLE would bring the prices closer together if that is a consideration. I have a GLE and it’s been problem free, and the seats are very comfortable. Inventory is building on the GLC perhaps because they are not flying off the shelves. I cancelled my GLC order. Good luck with whatever you decide.

BobinIL

I'll take a look at the GLE. Thanks. My preference is to get something in the compact SUV segment. GLC, X3, Q5 etc. but in the end will be flexible. Comfort, including the seats, is a high priority.

guitarplayer

Dude move on! You are annoying. You post this same crap everywhere.

mhmyers55

I have the AMG line seats though I don’t know if they are different from the standard.
what I have noticed is that the seams and the cording are very stiff and I feel it on my bony bottom.
And because it is not leather, I am not confident that it will “break in”.
I’m still trying to find a position that is not bothersome.
This is the only thing that bothers me about this amazing computer- robot of a car.

newglcdriver

I'm just trying to make unsuspecting buyers of these lemons aware that they may have a lot bigger problems than seat comfort with the new GLC and that they may want to consider a different model or brand all together.
PS- I have moved on....in my new BMW-- problem free so far! How many '23 GLC drivers can say that?! Not too many!

guitarplayer

it looks to me like you haven’t moved on. Why don’t you go hang around on the BMW forums

newglcdriver

I don't need to post on BMW forums, I've had no problems with my BMW yet. The least I can do is try to save someone here from making a potential mistake if they're thinking of purchasing a '23 GLC by sharing my experience with it.

Leowu0822

I don’t think there’s a difference between amg line seats with regular seats. But there’s different materials you can choose for the seats.

guitarplayer

I find them just as comfortable as my GLE with the standard seats.

BobinIL

Thanks everyone for you input. I'm still on the fence about what to get next. The GLC or another X3? I still haven't been able to check out the GLC seats closely with my wife, but plan to this weekend.

js_cls

A new X3 is on the horizon. If you aren’t leasing, I’d hold on to see what BMW has coming and whether you find it an improvement/upgrade or something you aren’t interested in. The changes between the pre-LCI X3 and post-LCI aren’t big enough to warrant an upgrade in my opinion.

ODB

You will be impressed for sure.

KJWLI

I’ve had my 2023 GLC300 4Matic SUV for about 3 months. I don’t put a lot of miles on it but I have had exactly ZERO problem. Submitted FYI.
Kyle

Gitzer

DITTO!

As far as problems go, if you follow other car forums you will realize problems are naturally more commonly seen than positive comments. As someone in another forum aptly said:
“… be reminded that automotive forums predominantly exist to provide resolutions to common issues and alas also to provide a Festivus-esque community airing of grievances. As such negatives far outweigh positives and therefore a cursory forum glance would lead one to think that most are dissatisfied, which is not at all the case”

mhmyers55

I have driven my 23GLC300 for 3700 miles now in about 6 weeks of ownership. It’s been in a lot of different conditions traveling up and down the US east coast.
I had some battery critical and other computer issues but they all seemed to self-correct.

This is not the car for someone who wants to have what they are “used to”. The technology is so advanced that you have to get used to /it/.

BobinIL

After a lot of research (for me anyway) yesterday I placed a custom order for a 2024 X3. I figured I couldn't go wrong with either the GLC or X3. Before long we're going to go to one car and with the order, we'll get most everything we wanted. Orders are running 4-6 weeks for delivery but that can change. Thanks again to everyone who weighed in on my questions.

schroedinger

I had a 2016 GLC that had lots of problems, but my 2021 has been problem-free. I'd stay away from the first model year of a new Merc, but they do seem to get the bugs out as time goes on. Hopefully this applies to the 2024 GLC.