Spy Shots: Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class

Mar 18, 2015 | 06:21 PM

C Moe

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Spy Shots: Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class

The Mercedes GLK is dying. In its place we are getting the new GLC-Class. Now don't be alarmed if you are a fan of the smaller SUV -- the name may be disappearing, but the new GLC is the same GLK you have grown to love, just with a new badge on the back.

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Mar 18, 2015 | 08:04 PM

ningster

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From: bay area, CA

2013 GL350

if I wanted an SUV that looks like a dinner roll, I would've gotten the Q5.....

Mar 19, 2015 | 01:17 AM

volkvin

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From: Calgary, AB

2014 GLK 250 BlueTEC

ML and R class mix? Weird rear hump and the headlights ugly as hell. Reminds me of the new Jeep with thin lights that look terrible... Oh well, I'm happy with my GLK.

Mar 19, 2015 | 05:08 AM

swatty

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Quote:

Originally Posted by volkvin

ML and R class mix? Weird rear hump and the headlights ugly as hell. Reminds me of the new Jeep with thin lights that look terrible... Oh well, I'm happy with my GLK.

There is camouflage tape on the lights

Mar 19, 2015 | 09:07 AM

sblvro

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2020 C8, 2020 defender 110X, 2019 720S, 2014 GLK 350 4matic, 2015 escalade platinum, 2013 RRS HSELux

It looks like a small MDX:[

Mar 19, 2015 | 11:02 AM

bop11

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From: Philly area

350 GLK, C280

Is that a Ford emblem covered up on the center of the hood? Or maybe Hyundai? It ain't the GLK I loved!

Mar 19, 2015 | 02:12 PM

Nachtsturm

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Quote:

Originally Posted by ningster

if I wanted an SUV that looks like a dinner roll, I would've gotten the Q5.....

Couldn't have said it better myself. Not a fan of the looks. Hopefully the AMG variant will help.

I miss the edgy design of MB, not really digging this whole melted look.

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Mar 20, 2015 | 05:16 PM

ningster

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2013 GL350

Here's what MB is thinking... People that like the square/edgy look have already bought GLKs... now let's make a rounder SUV to appeal to the Q5/MDX buyers....

Mar 21, 2015 | 09:50 PM

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ashwats

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slk

release date - any idea?

I am waiting for GLC to come out. Like the new C class interior. Even though I like the boxy GLK don't want to get a end of cycle product. Current car won't handle one more winter, any idea when the GLC expected ?

Mar 24, 2015 | 01:39 PM

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DameMD

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From: GA

X3 M40i

Ok so what are the engine choices for NA? Will MB be marketing the same engines like they are doing for the W205? 4cyl turbo GLC250 and a GLC450 Amg Sport line? Or will they have a GLC400?

Mar 24, 2015 | 03:03 PM

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Alex Bel

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From: Michigan

2014 GLK250BT, Polar White; 2016 GLE 300d, Polar White

Mercedes-Benz GLC to debut in June 2015

http://www.worldcarfans.com/11503239...-debut-in-june

A new report coming from Germany indicates Mercedes-Benz will unveil the GLC compact crossover in June.

http://blog.mercedes-benz-passion.co...ben-gle-coupe/

Whoever know German could help translate:" Die Weltpremiere des GLE erfolgt am 01. April auf der New York Autos Show 2015, die Weltpremiere des GLC wird im Juni 2015 erfolgen."

Mar 24, 2015 | 04:23 PM

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boylston

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From: Boston and SWFlorida

2025 GLC300 white, 2023 Taycan RWD black

"The world premiere of the GLE on 01 April on the New York cars show 2015, the world premiere of the GLC will take place in June 2015.”

Mar 30, 2015 | 06:49 PM

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Sincity

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From: Vegas and Vancouver, BC

Looks like a W163 ML in size.

Apr 6, 2015 | 11:23 AM

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Rascally Wabbit

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2010 Mercedes GLK 350, 2001 BMW Z3 3.0 Roadster, 1997 Cherokee XJ

Saw the pictures of the new GLE from the auto show. It continues with the distinctive roof & C post design as in the earlier models. It is so disappointing to see the GLK replacement with the Honda-esque roof style on the new GLE. Not for us! Wife has already given it the thumbs down. Something was muttered like "if I want a jelly bean car I will buy a Hyundai or a Lexus."