The Mercedes-AMG GLC

The Mercedes-AMG GLC petrol delivers sports car performance wrapped in a practical, muscular midsize SUV body. Highlighted by an AMG panamericana front grille, wide air intakes and quad exhaust tips, it looks born for the track. The turbocharged petrol engine delivers explosive acceleration and an intoxicating exhaust soundtrack, supported by AMG performance all-wheel drive. Inside, sports seats, carbon-look trim and AMG digital controls place dynamic performance at the centre of every drive. Visit your local Group 1 Mercedes-Benz dealership today.

Powering the AMG GLC is a handcrafted AMG four-cylinder petrol engine equipped with an electric exhaust gas turbocharger directly adapted from Formula 1 racing. An electric motor integrated onto the turbocharger shaft accelerates the compressor wheel instantly before exhaust gas arrives, eliminating turbo lag and providing instantaneous throttle response. Mated to a lightning-quick 9-speed AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT transmission, this powertrain delivers relentless acceleration, high revs, and a roaring AMG performance soundtrack.

To translate immense engine power into controlled performance, the AMG GLC is equipped with AMG Performance 4MATIC+ fully variable all-wheel drive. The system continuously distributes drive torque between the front and rear axles to optimise cornering stability and launch traction. Standard rear-axle steering turns the rear wheels up to 2.5 degrees, sharpening turn-in agility through high-speed curves while improving low-speed manoeuvrability, turning sharp mountain corners into pure driver enjoyment.

Inside, the AMG GLC features a high-tech racing ambiance complete with Nappa leather AMG Performance seats offering enhanced lateral bolster support during spirited driving. The AMG Performance steering wheel includes twin AMG drive unit dials for quick adjustments to dynamic drive modes, exhaust sound valves, and suspension firmness. AMG-specific display menus within the MBUX system display engine output telemetry, track lap times, oil temperatures, and g-force meters in real time.

Ride dynamics are governed by AMG RIDE CONTROL steel spring suspension paired with Adaptive Damping. Drivers can tailor suspension stiffness across Comfort, Sport, and Sport+ modes, minimising body roll through high-speed bends without sacrificing ride comfort over rough road surfaces. High-performance AMG braking systems ensure massive stopping power. Drivers looking for a sportier silhouette with identical AMG engineering can also explore the swept-back design of the AMG GLC Coupé Petrol.