
Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV (X253)
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Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV (X253)

Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV (X253)

Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV (X253)

Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV (X253)
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| Model | Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d204 hp |
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| Power | 316hp236kW+112 hp | 275hp205kW+71 hp | 245hp183kW+41 hp | 204hp152kW |
| Torque | 800Nm590lb-ft+300 Nm | 700Nm516lb-ft+200 Nm | 625Nm461lb-ft+125 Nm | 500Nm369lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,770kg3,902lb | 1,770kg3,902lb | 1,770kg3,902lb | 1,770kg3,902lb |
| Gross weight | 2,500kg5,512lb | 2,500kg5,512lb | 2,500kg5,512lb | 2,500kg5,512lb |
| Top speed | 252 km/h 157 mph | 242 km/h 150 mph | 234 km/h 145 mph | 222 km/h 138 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 70.7s99% target: 249 km/h / 155 mph-16.6 s Calculated | 76.2s99% target: 240 km/h / 149 mph-11.1 s Calculated | 80.7s99% target: 232 km/h / 144 mph-6.6 s Calculated | 87.3s99% target: 220 km/h / 137 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.8s-1.8 s | 6.3s-1.3 s | 6.8s-0.8 s | 7.6s |
| 0-200 km/h | 21.0s-17.3 s Calculated | 24.9s-13.4 s Calculated | 29.1s-9.2 s Calculated | 38.3s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.5s-1.7 s Calculated | 6.0s-1.2 s Calculated | 6.4s-0.8 s Calculated | 7.2s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 6.3L/100 km37.3mpg US44.8mpg UK | 6.3L/100 km37.3mpg US44.8mpg UK | 6.3L/100 km37.3mpg US44.8mpg UK | 6.3L/100 km37.3mpg US44.8mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.1L/100 km46.1mpg US55.4mpg UK | 5.1L/100 km46.1mpg US55.4mpg UK | 5.1L/100 km46.1mpg US55.4mpg UK | 5.1L/100 km46.1mpg US55.4mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.9s-1.6 s Calculated | 14.4s-1.1 s Calculated | 14.8s-0.7 s Calculated | 15.5s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 179hp/t133kW/t81hp/1000 lb Calculated | 156hp/t116kW/t71hp/1000 lb Calculated | 138hp/t103kW/t63hp/1000 lb Calculated | 115hp/t86kW/t52hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 452Nm/t302lb-ft/ton Calculated | 395Nm/t265lb-ft/ton Calculated | 353Nm/t236lb-ft/ton Calculated | 282Nm/t189lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 909km565mi Calculated | 909km565mi Calculated | 909km565mi Calculated | 909km565mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,143cc131cu in | 2,143cc131cu in | 2,143cc131cu in | 2,143cc131cu in |
| Length | 4,656mm183in | 4,656mm183in | 4,656mm183in | 4,656mm183in |
| Width | 1,890mm74in | 1,890mm74in | 1,890mm74in | 1,890mm74in |
| Height | 1,639mm65in | 1,639mm65in | 1,639mm65in | 1,639mm65in |
| Wheelbase | 2,873mm113in | 2,873mm113in | 2,873mm113in | 2,873mm113in |
| Front track | 1,621mm64in | 1,621mm64in | 1,621mm64in | 1,621mm64in |
| Rear track | 1,617mm64in | 1,617mm64in | 1,617mm64in | 1,617mm64in |
| Trunk volume | 550L | 550L | 550L | 550L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 50L | 50L | 50L | 50L |
| CO2 emissions | 143g/km | 143g/km | 143g/km | 143g/km |
Use the estimates as comparison hints and verify exact figures before making decisions.
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | 3,800 rpm | 1,600-1,800 rpm | 4,050 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | 3,800 rpm | 1,600-1,800 rpm | 4,050 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | 3,800 rpm | 1,600-1,800 rpm | 4,050 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d204 hp | 3,800 rpm | 1,600-1,800 rpm | 4,050 rpm |
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d204 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.5 s | 6.0 s | 6.4 s | 7.2 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.8 s | 6.3 s | 6.8 s | 7.6 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 21.0 s | 24.9 s | 29.1 s | 38.3 s |
| Top speed | 252 km/h 157 mph | 242 km/h 150 mph | 234 km/h 145 mph | 222 km/h 138 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.3 s | 2.4 s | 2.4 s | 2.5 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.1 s | 6.3 s | 6.4 s | 6.7 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.1 s | 9.4 s | 9.7 s | 10.1 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.7 s | 12.1 s | 12.5 s | 13.0 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.9 s | 14.4 s | 14.8 s | 15.5 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 168 km/h 104 mph | 161 km/h 100 mph | 155 km/h 96 mph | 147 km/h 91 mph |
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | 316 hp 236 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | 275 hp 205 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | 245 hp 183 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d204 hp | 204 hp 152 kW |
Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV (X253) GLC 250d (Stage 3) 316 hp has 112 hp more than Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV (X253) GLC 250d 204 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV (X253) GLC 250d 204 hp and Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV (X253) GLC 250d (Stage 3) 316 hp: 112 hp (84 kW).
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | 800 Nm 590 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | 625 Nm 461 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d204 hp | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft |
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | 1,770 kg 3,902 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | 1,770 kg 3,902 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | 1,770 kg 3,902 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d204 hp | 1,770 kg 3,902 lb |
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | 252 km/h 157 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | 242 km/h 150 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | 234 km/h 145 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d204 hp | 222 km/h 138 mph |
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV (X253) GLC 250d (Stage 3) 316 hp and Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV (X253) GLC 250d 204 hp: 1.8 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV (X253) GLC 250d (Stage 2) 275 hp and Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV (X253) GLC 250d (Stage 1) 245 hp, separated by only 0.5 s.
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d204 hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK |
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | 179 hp/t 133 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | 156 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | 138 hp/t 103 kW/t 7.2 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d204 hp | 115 hp/t 86 kW/t 8.7 kg/hp |
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | 909 km 565 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | 909 km 565 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | 909 km 565 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d204 hp | 909 km 565 mi |
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | 316 hp 236 kW | 5.8 s | 252 km/h 157 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | 275 hp 205 kW | 6.3 s | 242 km/h 150 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | 245 hp 183 kW | 6.8 s | 234 km/h 145 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d204 hp | 204 hp 152 kW | 7.6 s | 222 km/h 138 mph |
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 3)316 hp |
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| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 2)275 hp |
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| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 1)245 hp |
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Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 3)316 hp |
| 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 2)275 hp |
| 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 1)245 hp |
| 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d204 hp |
| 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV (X253) GLC 250d (Stage 3) 316 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | 5.8 s |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | 6.3 s |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | 6.8 s |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d204 hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | 7.6 s |
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | 179 hp/t 133 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | 156 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | 138 hp/t 103 kW/t 7.2 kg/hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d204 hp | 115 hp/t 86 kW/t 8.7 kg/hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK |
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | Mercedes-BenzGLC SUV (X253)GLC 250d204 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 316 hp 236 kW | 275 hp 205 kW | 245 hp 183 kW | 204 hp 152 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 800 Nm 590 lb-ft | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft | 625 Nm 461 lb-ft | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.8 s | 6.3 s | 6.8 s | 7.6 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 252 km/h 157 mph | 242 km/h 150 mph | 234 km/h 145 mph | 222 km/h 138 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,770 kg 3,902 lb | 1,770 kg 3,902 lb | 1,770 kg 3,902 lb | 1,770 kg 3,902 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 909 km 565 mi | 909 km 565 mi | 909 km 565 mi | 909 km 565 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 143 g/km | 143 g/km | 143 g/km | 143 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 550 L 19.4 cu ft | 550 L 19.4 cu ft | 550 L 19.4 cu ft | 550 L 19.4 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 179 hp/t 133 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 156 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | 138 hp/t 103 kW/t 7.2 kg/hp | 115 hp/t 86 kW/t 8.7 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
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| Vehicle | Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV (X253) GLC 250d (Stage 3) 316 hp | Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV (X253) GLC 250d (Stage 2) 275 hp | Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV (X253) GLC 250d (Stage 1) 245 hp | Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV (X253) GLC 250d 204 hp |
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| Consumption | 5.5 L/100 km42.8 mpg US51.4 mpg UK | 5.5 L/100 km42.8 mpg US51.4 mpg UK | 5.5 L/100 km42.8 mpg US51.4 mpg UK | 5.5 L/100 km42.8 mpg US51.4 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 9.63 LC100 km | 9.63 LC100 km | 9.63 LC100 km | 9.63 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 15.49 LC100 mi | 15.49 LC100 mi | 15.49 LC100 mi | 15.49 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 825 L218 US gal181 UK gal | 825 L218 US gal181 UK gal | 825 L218 US gal181 UK gal | 825 L218 US gal181 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,444 LC/year | 1,444 LC/year | 1,444 LC/year | 1,444 LC/year |
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