2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC Performance

If you find yourself looking for the unmitigated thrill of a high-performance SUV paired seamlessly with the elegant refinement of Mercedes-Benz, consider the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC. The new GLC lineup features three powertrains, from the standard 2.0L I-4 turbo engine to a handcrafted AMG® with hybrid assist and turbocharger, and even a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) model, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e.

Keep reading below as the team at Mercedes-Benz of El Cajon details the performance metrics of the new Mercedes-Benz GLC, and when you’re ready, contact us to schedule your test drive at our showroom near San Diego.

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC: Engine Specs & MPG

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC features a choice of three engines for Chula Vista families. All three feature peerless German engineering, but they each have their own benefits as well:

2.0L I-4 Turbo w/ Mild Hybrid Drive

• Available on: 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 SUV, GLC 300 4MATIC® SUV
• Horsepower: 255 hp @ 5,800 rpm
• Torque: 295 lb-ft @ 2,000–3,200 rpm
• Acceleration: 0–60 mph in 6.2 seconds*
• Fuel economy: 24 mpg city / 32 mpg highway**
• Fuel economy – 4MATIC®: 23 mpg city / 31 mpg highway**

2.0L I-4 Turbo w/ Plug-in Hybrid Technology

• Available on: 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e
• Horsepower: 313 hp combined
• Torque: 406 lb-ft of torque combined
• Acceleration: 0–60 mph in 6.2 seconds*
• Fuel economy: 60 mpge city / 70 mpge highway**

Handcrafted AMG® 2.0L I-4 Turbo w/ Hybrid Assist & Electric Exhaust-gas Turbocharger

• Available on: AMG® GLC 43 SUV
• Horsepower: 416 hp @ 6,750 rpm
• Torque: 369 lb-ft @ 5,000 rpm
• Acceleration: 0–60 mph in 4.7 seconds*
• Fuel economy: TBA

For the ultimate in performance, La Mesa drivers will want to choose the Mercedes-AMG® GLC 63 S E PERFORMANCE SUV, which boasts a handcrafted AMG® 2.0 I-4 turbocharged engine with a rear 150-kilowatt permanently synchronous electric motor. You will be amazed at the power:

2025 Mercedes-AMG® GLC 63 S E PERFORMANCE SUV

• Engine: Handcrafted AMG® 2.0L inline-4 turbo w/electric exhaust-gas turbocharger and rear 150kW permanently synchronous electric motor
• Horsepower: 671 hp @ 6,750 rpm
• Torque: 752 lb-ft @ 5,000 rpm
• Acceleration: 0–60 mph in 3.5 seconds*
• Fuel economy: TBA

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC Towing and Payload Capacity

While the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e and Mercedes-AMG® GLC 63 S E PERFORMANCE SUVs’ towing capacities are still to be announced, the rest of the lineup share the capacity to haul up to a hefty 3,500 pounds. Whether you tow a couple of trail-ready toys to Bonita, a camper cross-country, or even a trailer for moving, the GLC can easily handle your needs.

Find Your Next Mercedes-Benz SUV at Mercedes-Benz of El Cajon

When you are ready to learn more about the powerful and precisely engineered Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV, drive to El Cajon and visit our showroom. Give us a call at (888) 881-6670 to schedule your visit, and in the meantime, explore our new vehicle specials and apply for financing from your Escondido home.

*Stated rates of acceleration are estimated based upon manufacturer’s track results and may vary depending on model, environmental and road surface conditions, driving style, elevation, and vehicle load.

**EPA estimated fuel economy. Compare the estimated mpg to the estimated mpg of other vehicles. You may get different mileage depending on how fast you drive, weather conditions and trip length. Your actual highway mileage will probably be less than the highway estimate.