How Does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV Perform?

Performance Features of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV 

With an athletic, aerodynamic, and robust exterior, the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV makes heads turn. And its state-of-the-art innovations within the cabin will make your head reel in wonder. However, what stands out is the performance of this stylish SUV. At Mercedes-Benz of Scottsdale in Scottsdale, AZ, we elaborate on the performance features of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV. 

Which Engine Powers the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV? 

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 SUV offers a choice of a rear-wheel drivetrain and a 4MATIC® all-wheel drivetrain. Both models are equipped with a 2.0-liter inline 4-cylinder engine that pushes out 255 hp at 5,800 to 6,100 rpm. It has an impressive torque rating of 273 lb.-ft. from 1,800 to 4,000 rpm. Power is sent to the wheels using a 9G-TRONIC 9-speed Automatic transmission.  

The 2022 GLC 300 SUV with the rear-wheel drivetrain reaches an acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in 6.3 seconds, while the models with the 4MATIC® all-wheel drivetrain demonstrate an acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in 6.1 seconds. Both models exhibit a top speed of 130 mph. Whether you want to tow motorcycles, a pop-up trailer, a teardrop trailer, jet skis, or snowmobiles, with a towing capacity of 3,500 lbs., the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC is up for the task.  

Read more: What’s the difference between the GLC and the G-Class? 

Is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV Fuel-Efficient? 

With a fuel tank capacity of 17.4 gallons, you could take on-the-spur decisions to travel to nearby destinations without having to worry about stopping for gas at short intervals. The 2022 GLC 300 SUV with the rear-wheel drivetrain delivers a fuel economy of 22 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway, while the 4MATIC® all-wheel-drive models achieve 21 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway. 

To learn more about the performance features of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC, visit us at Mercedes-Benz of Scottsdale in Scottsdale, AZ, or schedule a test drive! While you’re here, you could also look at the key features of the 2022 Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S.