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Published on December 10th, 2019 | by Subhash Nair

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Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Introduces Facelifted GLC 200 and GLC 300 4MATIC

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia have launched the facelifted GLC 200 and GLC 300 4Matic.

Both come with the M264 2-litre turbocharged engine paired to a 9G Tronic Conventional Automatic transmission and they are locally-assembled in Pekan. The GLC 200 has an output of 197hp and 320Nm of torque which is channeled to the rear wheels. The GLC 300 4MATIC, on the other hand, gets 258hp and 370Nm of torque sent to all four wheels. The cars sport a new design and carry additional equipment in addition to having a higher asking price than before.

A quick run down of specs for each trim level is as follows:

GLC 200 (RM299,888)

  • Redesigned LED high performance headlamps
  • Optical Off-road package
  • 20-inch 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels
  • Exclusive Line interior
  • illuminated door sills with “Mercedes-Benz” illuminated in brilliant white
  • ARTICO Leather upholstery
  • MBUX
  • 12.3-inch instrument cluster with display styles – “Classic”, “Progressive” and “Sporty”
  • Touch-operated 10.25″ media display with 1920 x 720 pixels resolution 
  • higher ground clearance with individually-controlled damping for each wheel according to driving situation

GLC 300 4MATIC (est. RM350,000)

  • Night Package based on the AMG Line exterior featuring black design elements
  • 20-inch AMG 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels
  • MULTIBEAM LED headlamps which respond to traffic situations with individually controllable LEDs
  • Panoramic sliding sunroof
  • AMG Line interior
  • Illuminated door sills with “Mercedes-Benz” illuminated in brilliant white
  • ARTICO Leather upholstery
  • MBUX
  • 12.3-inch instrument cluster with display styles – “Classic”, “Progressive” and “Sporty”
  • Touch-operated 10.25″ media display with 1920 x 720 pixels resolution 
  • AGILITY CONTROL suspension with selective damping system

Both vehicles will receive The Mercedes Me Connect System, which has also been introduced in Malaysia.

For more information and performance metrics, check out the press release below.

PRESS RELEASE

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) unveils the newest generation of its locally-assembled SUVs, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 200, Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC as well as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC Coupé to strengthen its position as the leader in the premium SUV segment in Malaysia.

“With the new generation Mercedes-Benz SUV line-up, we are redefining the standards of luxury SUV segment in Malaysia by combining a different level of mobility and innovation. As part of our product offensive strategy, the line-up offers our customers comfort and luxury beyond what you would expect from an SUV, in addition to the spaciousness, practicality as well as the performance,” said Michael Jopp, Vice President, Sales & Marketing Passenger Cars, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia.

Mercedes-Benz GLC 200 & GLC 300 4MATIC

Powered by the 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo engine (M264), the Mercedes-Benz GLC 200 and GLC 300 4MATIC produce output of 145 kW (197 hp) and 320 Nm of torque and 190 kW (258 hp) and 370 Nm of torque, respectively. The nine-stage 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission also comes as standard on both. 

Muscularly sculpted surfaces and distinctive details such as the chrome elements, which now run from the front to the rear end as standard, the redesigned LED high performance headlamps and the heavily contoured radiator grille on the GLC 200 ensure a strong off-road character. These are included in the Optical Off-road package, along with the 20-inch 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels. 

The GLC 300 4MATIC, on the other hand, is equipped with the Night Package based on the AMG Line exterior that features striking, black design elements to underline the vehicle’s sporty and expressive character while enhancing the exclusivity and high-quality details of the exterior. It comes with the 20-inch AMG 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels and the MULTIBEAM LED headlamps which respond to traffic situations with individually controllable LEDs, giving the impression of emotion, presence and dominance at the very first glance. A further highlight is the panoramic sliding sunroof which lets plenty of light penetrate the vehicle’s interior through its large glass surface to lend the vehicle a bright, feel-good atmosphere. 

On the inside, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 200 and GLC 300 4MATIC are adorned with the Exclusive Line and AMG Line packages, respectively. Both SUVs come with the illuminated door sills whereby the word “Mercedes-Benz” is illuminated in brilliant white, set in an elegantly machined stainless steel panel on the door sill. The ARTICO Leather upholstery in both the SUVs makes seats even more sophisticated which turns into the space for experiences. The MBUX is complemented by a fully-digital 12.3-inch instrument cluster with display styles – “Classic”, “Progressive” and “Sporty”. The touch-operated media display, on the other hand is 10.25-inch in size, with the resolution of 1920 x 720 pixels. 

The Mercedes-Benz GLC 200 features a suspension for higher ground clearance. The damping is controlled individually for each wheel according to the driving situation, vehicle speed and the condition of the road surface. The AGILITY CONTROL suspension with selective damping system in the GLC 300 4MATIC combines balanced ride comfort and high driving stability. Thanks to the passive damping system, the driver will benefit from superior ride comfort on every road surface. Ride characteristics, damping effects and stabilisation are continuously and automatically adapted to the condition of the road surface. 

The Mercedes-Benz GLC 200 & GLC 300 4MATIC at a glance:

ModelGLC 200GLC 300 4MATIC
Number of cyl./arrangementL4L4
Displacement (cc)1,9911,991
Rated output (kW/hp at rpm)145 [197]/6,100190 [258]/6,100
Rated torque (Nm at rpm)320/1,300-4,000370/1,300-4,000
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (s)7.86.2
Top speed (km/h)217240
Price (OTR w/o Insurance)RM299,888RM350,000 (estimated)


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