AMG GLC 53 SUV AWD
What the AMG GLC 53 SUV adds over the GLC 400 4MATIC Electric (full guide) (+$6,400)
| Spec | GLC 400 4MATIC Electric (full guide) | AMG GLC 53 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Front brake diameter | 371 mm | 391 mm |
| Front brake type | 14.6" Discs, Internally Ventilated | 15.4" Discs with 4-Piston Fixed Calipers |
| Rear brake type | 14.2" Discs, Internally Ventilated | 14.2" Discs with 1-Piston Floating Calipers |
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 61.4 cu-ft | 59.3 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 20.1 cu-ft | 21.9 cu-ft |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 5578 lbs | 4685 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 5578 lbs | 4685 lbs |
| Horsepower | 483 hp | 443 hp |
| Torque | 590 lb-ft | 443 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | Dual Permanently Excited Synchronous Electric Motors with Front Disconnect Unit | AMG-Enhanced 3.0L Inline-6 with Exhaust Gas Turbocharger and Electric Auxiliary Compressor |
| MPG (city) | 123 mpg | 20 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 119 MPGe | 22 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 115 mpg | 26 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $63,500 | $69,900 |
| Overall height | 64.7 in | 64.4 in |
| Overall length | 190.7 in | 187 in |
| Overall width | 75.3 in | 75.6 in |
| Steering type | Speed-Dependent, Electro-Mechanical Power Steering | 3-Stage AMG Parameter Steering with Variable Ratio |
| Transmission speeds | 2 | 9 |
| Transmission type | Two-Speed | AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 39.7 ft | 42.5 ft |
| Wheelbase | 117 in | 113.7 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 12.3-inch Driver Display and 11.9-inch Central Multimedia Display, 2.5-Degree Rear-Axle Steering, 20-inch AMG Wheels, 3-Stage AMG Parameter Steering with Variable Ratio that Adapts to Selected Drive Program, 64-Color Ambient Lighting, AMG Illuminated Door Sills, AMG Performance Steering Wheel in Nappa Leather with AMG DRIVE UNIT Buttons and Heated Rim, AMG RIDE CONTROL Suspension with Adaptive Damping, AMG Real Performance Sound, AMG Speedshift® TCT 9G, AMG Sport Braking System with Silver AMG Brake Calipers, Active Brake Assist, Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC, Center Console with AMG Logo, Digital Vehicle Key for Smartphone, Inductive Wireless Smartphone Charging, PARKTRONIC with Active Parking Assist, Panoramic Sliding Sunroof, RACE Start, Third Generation MBUX Infotainment and Navigation with Voice Control, including Natural Language Understanding and Keyword Activation ("Hey Mercedes"), Routines Function and AMG-Specific Displays and Content, Transparent Hood Function, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 391 mm |
| Front brake type | 15.4" Discs with 4-Piston Fixed Calipers |
| Rear brake diameter | 361 mm |
| Rear brake type | 14.2" Discs with 1-Piston Floating Calipers |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 59.3 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 21.9 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Overall height | 64.4 in |
| Overall length | 187 in |
| Overall width | 75.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 6 |
| Engine displacement | 2999 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | AMG-Enhanced 3.0L Inline-6 with Exhaust Gas Turbocharger and Electric Auxiliary Compressor |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 443 hp |
| Torque | 443 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 20 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 22 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 26 mpg |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $69,900 |
Steering
| Steering type | 3-Stage AMG Parameter Steering with Variable Ratio |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 42.5 ft |
Tires
| Tire size | Front: 265/45 R 20 / Rear: 295/40 R 20 |
Transmission
| Transmission speeds | 9 |
| Transmission type | AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4685 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4685 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 20 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety9 std · 1 opt
- Blind Spot Assist
- Surround View 360 Camera
- AMG Sport Braking System with Silver AMG Brake Calipers
- Active Brake Assist
- Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC
- High Performance LED Headlights with Adaptive Highbeam Assist
- PARKTRONIC with Active Parking Assist
- PRE-SAFE® with PRE-SAFE® Sound
- Transparent Hood Function
- Driver Assistance Package (Active Stop-and-Go Assist with Extended Restart, Route-Based Speed Adaptation, Active Speed Limit Assist, Traffic Sign Assist, Active Steering Assist, Evasive Steering Assist, Active Lane Change Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active Blind Spot Assist with Exit Warning, Active Emergency Stop Assist, Active Brake Assist with Turning and Cross-Traffic Function, End-of-Traffic Emergency Braking, PRE-SAFE® PLUS and PRE-SAFE® Impulse Side) optional
Infotainment5 std · 2 opt
- 12.3-inch Driver Display and 11.9-inch Central Multimedia Display
- AMG Real Performance Sound
- Inductive Wireless Smartphone Charging
- Third Generation MBUX Infotainment and Navigation with Voice Control, including Natural Language Understanding and Keyword Activation ("Hey Mercedes"), Routines Function and AMG-Specific Displays and Content
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- AMG Track PACE optional
- Pinnacle Trim (DIGITAL LIGHT with Projections, Burmester® 3D Surround Sound System with Sound Personalization and Music Streaming (15 speakers, 710 watts), Head-up Display, Augmented Video for Navigation, Enhanced Ambient Lighting, MBUX Entertainment Package Plus and Heat & Noise Insulating Glass) optional
Convenience1 std · 1 opt
- Digital Vehicle Key for Smartphone
- Advanced USB Package (Six 100-watt USB Ports (2 in front center console, 2 under front center armrest and 2 for rear passengers) and 12V socket for rear passengers) optional
Seating1 std · 2 opt
- Heated Power Front Seats with 4-Way Lumbar Support and Memory
- Heated Rear Seats optional
- AMG Performance Seat Package / AMG Performance Seat Package Advanced optional
Interior4 std · 1 opt
- 64-Color Ambient Lighting
- AMG Illuminated Door Sills
- AMG Performance Steering Wheel in Nappa Leather with AMG DRIVE UNIT Buttons and Heated Rim
- Center Console with AMG Logo
- AMG Performance Steering Wheel in Nappa Leather/Microfiber or Carbon Fiber/Microfiber optional
Exterior4 std · 8 opt
- Panoramic Sliding Sunroof
- 20-inch AMG Wheels
- Heated Power Adjustable and Folding Driver and Passenger Exterior Mirrors
- Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers and Heated Windshield Washer System
- 21-inch Wheels optional
- AMG Carbon Fiber Exterior Package optional
- AMG Night Package optional
- AMG Night Package Plus optional
- AMG Performance Studio Package optional
- Additional 20-inch AMG Wheel Designs optional
- Design Package optional
- Golden Accents Package optional
Powertrain4 std · 2 opt
- AMG Performance 4MATIC+ Fully Variable All-Wheel Drive
- AMG DYNAMIC SELECT with "Slippery," "Comfort," "Sport," "Sport+" & "Individual" Drive Programs
- AMG Speedshift® TCT 9G
- RACE Start
- AMG DYNAMIC PLUS Package (AMG Electronically Controlled Limited-Slip Rear Differential, Drift Mode, "RACE" Drive Program, AMG Dynamic Engine Mounts and Red AMG Brake Calipers) optional
- AMG Electronically Controlled Limited-Slip Rear Differential optional
Chassis3 std · 0 opt
- 2.5-Degree Rear-Axle Steering
- 3-Stage AMG Parameter Steering with Variable Ratio that Adapts to Selected Drive Program
- AMG RIDE CONTROL Suspension with Adaptive Damping
Cargo0 std · 1 opt
- Class II Trailer Hitch optional
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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2027 GLC-Class. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the AMG GLC 53 SUV
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class AMG GLC 53 SUV?
The manufacturer lists $69,900 for the 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class AMG GLC 53 SUV. That is $6,400 above the GLC 400 4MATIC Electric (full guide), the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class AMG GLC 53 SUV add over the GLC 400 4MATIC Electric (full guide)?
Against the GLC 400 4MATIC Electric (full guide), 22 features become standard that the GLC 400 4MATIC Electric (full guide) does not and 22 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.