The Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e 4MATIC Coupé takes is our pick for Luxury Crossover of the year.
When it comes to relatively compact luxury crossovers, 2025 offered limited but impressive options. The Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e 4MATIC Coupé emerged as our clear winner, expertly combining style, performance, and technology in one sophisticated package.
What sets this vehicle apart is its distinctive swooping silhouette that elevates it above conventional crossovers. The streamlined, coupé-inspired design creates an athletic stance while maintaining the practical advantages of an SUV platform.
Under the hood, the GLC 350e impresses with its sophisticated plug-in hybrid powertrain, delivering both impressive performance and remarkable efficiency. This dual-nature system provides instant torque and acceleration when needed, while offering fuel-saving electric-only driving for daily commutes.
The interior showcases Mercedes-Benz’s commitment to cutting-edge technology with its latest generation of infotainment systems, driver assistance features, and premium materials throughout the cabin. The seamless integration of comfort, connectivity, and driving dynamics makes the GLC 350e 4MATIC Coupé a standout choice for discerning drivers seeking luxury in a compact package.
About VOTY 2025
The Allianz DSF.my Vehicle Of The Year (VOTY) Award ceremony is the first and only vehicle award event in Malaysia that does not hand out paid awards, nor does it charge winners or participating brands any fee whatsoever. Winners are allowed to use the VOTY event logo free of charge in all marketing materials. Event attendees are not even charged for their seat at the award presentation. All car manufacturers that operate in Malaysia are invited to participate free of charge. All they have to do is let our judges test drive their nominated vehicles.
The nominated vehicles must have been launched in Malaysia in the last 12 months and cannot be a localised minor facelift (body-kits, stickers, wheel upgrades, etc). All judging is independent and is put down to a vote before the winners are selected. Car manufacturers are not informed if they are winning or not before the event.
2025 marks a significant milestone for VOTY as Allianz celebrates its 16th year as the title sponsor of this prestigious automotive event. This year also commemorates Daniel Sherman Fernandez’s 25th year in the automotive industry, highlighting his longstanding contribution and commitment to automotive journalism in Malaysia.
The judges for VOTY 2025 are Daniel Sherman Fernandez and Subhash Nair of dsf.my, Ross Hadi of gohedgostan.com and Joshua Chin of automacha.com.
