2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d REVIEW, Price, Features | Just Like A C-Class, Only Cheaper, And Handier
BENZ'S JACKED-UP C-CLASS, THE MERCEDES-BENZ GLC, IS MORE THAN JUST A ME-TOO ATTEMPT TO CASH IN ON ACCELERATING DEMAND FOR LUXURY SUVs - it is, in fact, a genuinely enticing car.
Besides nicely balanced lines (it looks very smart), this diesel model under test here, the 2016 GLC 250d, has a massive 500Nm of torque nestled under its bonnet but is remarkably fuel-efficient - even under a heavy right foot.
The interior, lifted almost straight out of the C-Class sedan, is very appealing, superbly trimmed and fastidiously put-together... just like a C-Class. And yet it's slightly cheaper.
Lots of appeal here, and the only debit a firm-ish ride.
Vehicle Style: Medium prestige SUV
Price: $69,900 (plus on-roads)
Engine/trans: 150kW/500Nm 2.1 turbo diesel 4cyl | 9sp automatic
Fuel Economy claimed: 5.7 l/100km | tested: 6.9 l/100km