2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC Standard Features and Engine Lineup

April 29 2021,

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC Standard Features and Engine Lineup

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC is one of the most popular compact luxury SUVs on the market, and certainly one of the most appealing from a features standpoint. It delivers a range of standard technology and comfort features along with multiple engine options that ensure that buyers get exactly what they want from their Mercedes-Benz GLC. Here’s an overview of the standard features that come with the new 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC.


Engines


  • 0-litre turbocharged inline-4 with 255 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque
  • 0-litre turbo + electric with 41 kilometres of range and 315 horsepower
  • 0-litre V6 with 385 horsepower and 384 pound-feet of torque
  • 0-litre V8 turbo with 503 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque

 

Standard Performance Features


  • 0L inline-4 turbo engine
  • ECO Start/Stop system
  • 4MATIC permanent all-wheel drive
  • 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission with shift paddles
  • DYNAMIC SELECT
  • 4-wheel multilink suspension
  • Agility Control suspension
  • Torque Vectoring Brake
  • Electromechanical power steering
  • Direct-steer system

Standard Design Features


  • Seriously sensual design
  • The class standard in cabin style
  • Spaciousness and solidity
  • Anodized roof rails
  • 19-inch 5-spoke wheels
  • Privacy glass

Standard Safety Features


  • Active Brake Assist
  • In-vehicle, one-touch calling features
  • ATTENTION ASSIST
  • Crosswind Assist
  • LED Daytime Running Lamps and taillamps
  • LED High Performance Lighting System
  • Blind Spot Assist
  • Rearview camera
  • PRE-SAFE
  • PRE-SAFE Sound
  • Seat belt technology
  • 7 air bags
  • Adaptive braking technology
  • Antilock Braking System (ABS)
  • Brake Assist (BAS)
  • Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
  • 4-wheel Electronic Traction System (4-ETS)
  • Aluminum and high-strength steel body structure
  • Tire Pressure Loss Warning System
  • SmartKey with KEYLESS-START
  • Antitheft alarm system with remote panic feature
  • Rain-sensing windshield wipers
  • Electric parking brake

Standard Luxury Features


  • Power front seats with memory
  • Heated front seats
  • THERMATIC dual-zone automatic climate control
  • 3 years of Mercedes me Connect Services
  • Mercedes me Assist Services
  • Remote Start via Mercedes Me Mobile App
  • 40/20/40-split rear seats with power folding
  • Heated, power-folding side mirrors
  • Illuminated entry system
  • Retractable luggage cover
  • Storage Package
  • Brake HOLD feature

Standard Multimedia Features


  • Analogue gauges with high-resolution multifunction display
  • Steering wheel with Touch Control Buttons
  • 7-inch touchscreen centre media display
  • Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX)
  • LINGUATRONIC Voice Control with Natural Language Understanding
  • "Hey, Mercedes" keyword activation
  • Touchpad controller
  • FrontBass system
  • Bluetooth audio streaming
  • Five USB-C ports
  • HD Radio receiver
  • Hands-free Bluetooth interface
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