2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC350e Hybrid

Michael Simari|Car and DriverMSRP$62,000–$66,000 est See all results for new 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Hybrid for sale near 36421 Mercedes-Benz is launching an all-electric GLC-class SUV this year, but for shoppers who aren't ready to take on charging full-time, there's a middle child in the lineup that shouldn't be overlooked: the plug-in-hybrid GLC350e. It's visually indistinct from the gas-only GLC300, save for some different badging and a charging port door on the driver's side, but it has a lot to offer. A turbocharged four-cylinder teams up with an electric motor for 313 horsepower. That's more than the 255-hp that you get with the standard GLC300, but the 350e's acceleration is still slower. You can blame it on the extra weight from the hybrid system and the 23.3-kWh battery pack. But without that battery, the GLC350e wouldn't be able to deliver its generous 54-mile all-electric driving range—a number we exceeded in our testing. Expert Tip: Although it doesn't have any electric driving range, the Mercedes-AMG GLC53 is built to satisfy speed freaks with its 443-hp turbocharged inline-six. The GLC350e is still a relatively new product for Mercedes-Benz, having debuted just two years ago for the 2025 model year. To wit, we expect to see no significant changes for 2027. Car and Driver calculates your car's value in three free and easy steps - using the same Black Book® data dealers use to appraise vehicles. We recommend sticking with the base model and adding the features you want à la carte. For us, that includes ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and adaptive cruise control. The GLC350e's powertrain combines a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder with an electric motor and a 23.3-kWh battery pack. Other than that, and the regenerative braking system, this SUV is much like the nonhybrid. When we drove the GLC350e, we found it to be a bit less responsive than the gas-only model, as its powertrain can sometimes take a beat to figure out how to dole out power from the gas engine and electric motor. Its inconsistent brake-pedal feel also takes some getting used to. The ride is similar to that of the gas GLC300—meaning, generally smooth with the occasional sharp impact making its way into the cabin. In Comparison: At our test track, a fully charged-up GLC350e got to 60 mph in 5.9 seconds, which is reasonably peppy for a vehicle of this power and price but not great. The all-wheel-drive nonhybrid GLC300 hit that mark in 5.6 seconds, and the Volvo XC60 Hybrid kicks both Benzes’ butts with a swift 4.4-second result. With the optional Class II trailer hitch, the GLC350e can tow 3500 pounds. All GLC350e models come with a 23.3-kWh battery pack that’s good for 54 miles of electric-only driving, according to the EPA—the longest distance of the class. On a DC fast-charger running at 60 kilowatts, the SUV’s battery can restore itself to rights in as little as 30 minutes, says Mercedes. On our 75-mph highway fuel economy route, the GLC350e managed an impressive 58 miles of driving before the battery depleted and the gasoline engine kicked on. The EPA estimates that the GLC350e will deliver 23 mpg city, 28 mpg highway, and 25 mpg combined. When factoring in a fully charged battery, the EPA says to expect 64 MPGe combined. (MPGe stands for miles per gallon of gas equivalent, an EPA metric that estimates PHEV and EV fuel efficiency.) On our 75-mph highway fuel-economy route, the GLC350e delivered 32 mpg when running on gasoline and 75 MPGe when running on electricity. For more information about the GLC-class Hybrid's fuel economy, visit the EPA's website. First Row: The GLC350e features upscale materials, put together nicely. The heated front seats are accommodating, with adjustable lumbar support and memory settings. Some trim-and-upholstery combinations look a little busy, but overall, the design is clean and modern, with few dash buttons and large screens. The touch-sensitive controls on the steering wheel are finicky, though. Second Row: The second row is acceptably roomy for the average adult, with plenty of headroom and decent legroom. Cargo Capacity: The GLC350e offers 24 cubic feet of cargo room behind the rear seats and 56 with them down. The nonhybrid GLC is a little less generous in seats-up space but roomier overall, with 22 and 59 cubic feet, respectively. The hybrid GLC-class comes with the same tech setup as the nonhybrid: A 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster sits in front of the driver, and an 11.9-inch infotainment display occupies the center stack. It runs Benz's latest MBUX software, which supports wireless smartphone-mirroring tech and a voice assistant. There are no hard buttons for the HVAC system, nor is there a knob for the volume control, which, in our view, is a step backward in user-friendliness. Built-in navigation is available, and it comes with an augmented-reality feature that superimposes arrows and other helpful graphics atop the display’s live view. Othe

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