New Mercedes-Benz GLC Spy Shots Before Launch

Additional Mercedes-Benz GLC spy shots have been snapped with this particular prototype ditching much of the heavy camouflage featured on others. The new GLC will replace the outgoing Mercedes-Benz GLK and is pinned to be released later this year as a 2016 model.
These spy shots confirm that the Mercedes-Benz GLC will be slightly larger than the entry-level GLA and compared to the current GLK, it is apparent that this prototype features a longer wheelbase and a wider track as well. Additionally, a stretched hood can be seen to accommodate for the longer wheelbase. With the larger dimensions, the GLC will better match its key rivals, the BMW X3 and Audi Q5.

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Underpinning the GLC will be a similar mechanical package to the C-Class and the SUV will consequently be made available in right-hand drive for markets like the UK, Australia and Japan.

It remains to be seen if an AMG variant of the Mercedes-Benz GLC will be created but it is expected to be made available with a turbo 1.8-litre petrol four-cylinder and a turbo 2.1 litre four-cylinder diesel. The 1.8-litre is pinned to power the GLC250 while the 2.1-litre should be found in the GLC250 BlueTEC. Elsewhere, a petrol V6 will be offered in GLC350 guise. The range-topping variant will come in the form of the AMG tuned version with it tipped to use a twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre V8 engine delivering 476 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque.