2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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IIHS Crash Test
Good
Source   IIHS.org
MPG (up to)
21 City / 28 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
241
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Katie S
Different modes of driving such as sport and economy.
It has been very reliable. Handles well in all driving conditions including, rain, snow, and excessive heat. The interior is very comfortable and easy to clean. Gets good gas mileage and range on one tank. Sun-roof is great for breezy summer driving. Back seat is being enough to sit 3 adults comfortably.
accountCircle Violet T
Three words, worth the money!
The most comfortable car I ever drove. Mercedes is huge on customer satisfaction. Their customer service is always outstanding! This car has all the comfort you could ask for, so much safety features and the best part is that it does not eat as much gas as other SUVs do! Worth the money.
accountCircle Curtis C
Pretty nice vehicle overall.
There are no problem or performance problems, except an occasional brake squeaking when it is cold outside. The car interior is comfortable and is spacious. There is a wall type outlet in the back seat, which is very handy and convenient to charge your phone.
accountCircle Laura C
It is a very nice, high quality car.
It is very stylish and reliable. It is comfortable and high tech. I am not a fan of the navigation system, it is not very user friendly. I love the dealer service.
accountCircle Kimberly J
This vehicle is wonderful to drive!
I love my vehicle! If I had to complain about one thing it would be the lights inside the car. I do not think there's enough of them and sometimes its too dark inside to see anything:/ other than that, I love my vehicle. It has so many great features like; automatic wipers, automatic lights, navigation, Mercedes me app. Just to name a few.
accountCircle Ellen M
Sporty, classy and safe luxury car!
I love my Mercedes! It is the perfect size to maneuver in all areas while being big enough to haul items in the back. It gets great gas mileage and has performed well. The inside is sleek with clean lines. I also love our local Mercedes dealer- they are always kind, professional and efficient. I highly recommend the glc SUV.
accountCircle Vibhav K
Control: the finery's of the glc 300.
My Mercedes has incredible control. The acceleration and brake pedals all slide smoothly with barely a tap from me. Overall, it is a very well made vehicle which I would recommend to anybody who can drive. And, as is aforementioned, the control is impeccable. The steering wheel turns smoothly and the car immediately responds to it.
accountCircle Hannah D
Great car, would buy again.
Love the reliability, have not had any problems with it. Very comfortable and I feel safe driving in it in all weather conditions. Has good 4 wheel drive. Spacious when driving multiple friends around, big enough to carry skis. I would absolutely buy this car again when considering my next car.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Judith C
Pretty good crossover but not an SUV.
Great crossover but a little small. Handles well but gas mileage leaves a little to be desired. Much different than my old sport sedan. Crossover is loaded with options and I really like the heated and cooled leather seats. Vehicle does have a big blind spot when backing up.
accountCircle Cameron Smith
GLC 300
Fully loaded GLC built and shipped from Germany. Had squealing brake problems from the off. This was embarrassing for me and Mercedes. It was eventually fixed. Electronic board needed replacing after a couple of months, so not a good start. Recently the A/C fan quit and came back on and now I have an auxilary battery problem. Car looks great, drives well overall great car but these niggly problems will haveme looking elsewhere.
accountCircle Nikki Z
Mercedes glc honest review.
No problems. I wish it had back up sensors and not just a backup camera. The car drives beautifully and the look is nice. Gas mileage is good too. I like German cars. The heated steering wheel does not get very hot, I wish it were warmer. Overall, a very nice vehicle.

Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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GLC 300
241 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats
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2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Owner Reviews

4.65
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5 stars 73%
4 stars 20%
3 stars 8%
2 stars 0%
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accountCircle Rebecca C on May 22, 2021
Performance and comfort like no other.
This car drives very smooth and has great response. The seats are comfortable both front and back with a smooth leather cover. The technology makes driving safe and enjoyable. Everything is right at your fingertips. This car can turn some heads with is sleek look.
accountCircle Cee K on March 29, 2021
Great speakers & fast car.
My vehicle is reliable. It has never given me any problems. It runs smoothly and goes fast. I would recommend this to anyone that can afford it but the maintenance can get pricey. It is worth the price. The sound system is great. I can turn my music all the way up and not blow my paper.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Michele T.

It has a bad blind spot. It is big, not compact. I really love that it has warming seats and if I have more than 2 passengers there is plenty of room. I love that even though there is a blind spot, I can look in the rearview camera.

likeFilled Judith C.

Nice ride. Very comfortable car. Very reliable for long distances. Large cargo capacity. Multiple airbags for safety as well as blind spot alert and automatic stop to eliminate a collision. Equipped with keyless entry and heated seats for comfort.

likeFilled Tateyara F.

The spacious interior, great for family and friends when carpooling others. I also love the option of leather of another surface for the seating design within my car. Overall I enjoy the appearance of my car, and the physical satisfaction when it comes to driving others around, as I have plenty of space to get people here and there.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Michele T.

Blindspot, too big for some parking spaces, I have to park up front and do not want it to get hit by other car doors but that has not stopped them. It is not great on gas either, very expensive. The type of gas is really expensive because I will not put anything but premium in.

dislikeFilled Judith C.

The gas mileage is moderate to poor and the back up camera does not show everything that is behind you. The rear windshield is too small and this makes it hard to see when backing out of my driveway. The heated steering wheel on switch is hard to find. The run flat tires are very susceptible to road debris and if does not come equipped with a spare.

dislikeFilled Tateyara F.

The cons are that it is a great supply on gas, it does not burn out gas as fast as other cars. Therefore, it is a plus when it comes to the fact of saving money and trips to and from, to the gas station.

Ranks #9 Luxury Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class has an average owner rating of 4.68 out of 5 which ranks it #9 of 17 other Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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2016 BMW X6 M
5
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2016 BMW X5 M
4.83
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2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class
4.65

Ranks #3 Luxury Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class has a combined MPG of 28 which ranks it #3 of 17 other Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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2016 BMW X5
30 MPG
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2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class
29 MPG
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2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class
28 MPG

Is The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class A Good Car?

It is a very good vehicle. The vehicle drives very smoothly. It is very comfortable to drive it, especially when drive on a road trip.
z c.
It is a great vehicle. Reliable and great on gas, and fits four people comfortably. Only con is that it runs premium fuel so it can get pricey.
Nicole N.
Yes I have enjoyed my car it appears I will continue to buy Mercedes cars because of my experience thus far
Liz Q.

How Reliable Is The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class?

Yes, it is a very reliable vehicle. So far it does not have any problems. It is a well made vehicle.
z c.
So far I have had no problems with my car and the associated at the dealership have always addressed any issues or concerns I may have.
Scott P.
Yes. I have had several problems but they are covered by the warranty and the dealership has taken care of the issues
Michelle B.

Is The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class A Good Value?

The new car cost about 40000. But I didn't pay that much. I got it second handed. For the amount I paid, I think it is a good value.
z c.
It can cost up to the $50,000 price point. It is pricey but you get what you pay for. The ride is smooth and quiet and very enjoyable.
June C.
40,000 I think this is a good value considering it is a Mercedes SUV many SUVs in the same car class are about the same price
Andrea B.

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What's the 2016 mercedes GLC 300 auxiliary battery location?

Answer: The auxiliary battery in the 2016 mercedes glC300 can be found at the top of the front passenger footwell. This battery works to supplement the normal one under the hood. You cant count on just this battery...

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Answer: The 2016 Mercedes benz glC-Class oil type and capacity is 0w-30 or 0w-40 and 6.9 to 7.4 quarts. Your oil needs to be changed out someday. Every 5,000 to 10,000 miles or so is a good rule of thumb. If You don't...
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Safety & Reliability

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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

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Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety