The rear receives slimmer tail lamps with LED graphics. They are joined in the middle by a trim element to add greater emphasis to the width of the tailgate. Wheels range from a standard 18-inch up to optional 20-inch on early versions of the Mercedes-Benz SUV.
Buyers can choose between the standard styling and an optional AMG line styling package, as featured on the model pictured here.
At 4716mm in length, 2075mm in width and 1650mm in height, the new GLC is 60mm longer, 21mm narrower and 4mm lower than its predecessor. It also receives a 15mm longer wheelbase at 2888mm.
A long-wheelbase version of the new model is once again planned for the Chinese market, though details of its dimensions are yet to be revealed.
The new GLC, codenamed X254, will initially be produced with two four-cylinder engines across six different models – all featuring standard 4Matic four-wheel drive.
Included are the GLC200 and GLC300. They run a mild-hybrid version of Mercedes-Benz’s M254 designated turbocharged 2.0-litre petrol engine developing a respective 201bhp and 255bhp, with an added 23bhp from a 48-volt integrated starter motor.