2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC-Class 63 – Review, Specs, Configurations, Prices, and Interior

2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC-Class 63

MSRP: $73,900 - $84,500.
4.1

Reliability

3.9/5

Safety

4.7/5

Interior

3.8/5

Performance

4.1/5

Strengths

  • It offers excellent engine performance.
  • It offers excellent gas mileage.
  • It has a spacious cabin.
  • It has a premium and luxurious interior.

Weaknesses

  • It offers below-average cargo capacity.
  • Its ride can be harsh, especially with the 21-inch wheels.

Review 

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC-Class 63 is a good SUV as well as a great Coupe. Henceforth, offers outstanding features and performance rating among the rivals.

Two body types are eligible for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC: SUV and coupe, and also four trim levels: GLC 300, GLC 43, GLC 63, and GLC 63 S.

Under the hood, the main distinction is found between these trims. The GLC 300 has a peppy four-cylinder turbocharged engine, the GLC 43 has a racier twin-turbo V6, and the monstrous twin-turbo V8s of the GLC 63 models.

For SUV models, the high-performance GLC 63 starts at $73,900 and $76,900 for coupe models.

A 469-horsepower engine,  a Burmester stereo, a limited-slip differential, navigation, and a surround-view parking camera system are included in this trim. Many options remain unchanged.

More details regarding the Features, Configurations, and Interior are described in the sections below. If you want to know about the 2021 RAM 3500, then click our post.

Specs and Features

Engine4.0L V-8
Seating5 Passengers
Power469 @ 5500 rpm
Transmission9-spd w/OD
MPG15 City / 22 Hwy
DrivetrainAll-whee-drive
2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC-Class 63 Specs and Features

Price

The MSRP of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class 63 is ranging between $73,900 – $84,500.

What’s Newly Include in 2021 

  • There are no significant changes included.

2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC-Class 63 Configurations

The different configurations of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC-Class 63 are listed below:

1. Base(4dr all-wheel-drive $MATIC+)

Price: The MSRP of the Base(4dr all-wheel-drive $MATIC+) is $73,900.

Specs and Features: It comes with a 4.0L V-8 Engine, 9-spd w/OD Transmission, 469 @ 5,500 rpm Horsepower, 479 @ 1,750 rpm Torque, all-wheel-drive type, ABS and driveline Traction control, 20″ machined w/painted accents AMG aluminum Wheels, front air conditioning, dual-zone Thermatic automatic, driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback Heated front seats, SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan radio, row LCD monitor, keyfob (all doors) Remote keyless entry, rear Fog/driving lights, heated mirrors, windshield wipers – rain-sensing, DINAMICA/MB-Tex simulated suede/leatherette Seat trim, driver and passenger Lumbar support, MB Navigation with voice activation navigation system, and PARKTRONIC w/Active Parking Assist.

2. Base(Coupe 4dr all-wheel-drive 4MATIC+)

Price: The MSRP of the Base(Coupe 4dr all-wheel-drive 4MATIC+) is $76,900.

Specs and Features: It offers similar features as the 2021 AMG GLC-Class 63 Base(4dr all-wheel-drive $MATIC+), except 1st-row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass Sunroof and 20″ silver AMG aluminum wheels.

3. S(Coupe 4dr all-wheel-drive 4MATIC+)

Price: The MSRP of the S(Coupe 4dr all-wheel-drive 4MATIC+) is $84,500.

Specs and Features: It comes with a 4.0L V-8 Engine, 9-spd w/OD Transmission, 503 @ 5,500 rpm Horsepower, 516 @ 1,750 rpm Torque, all-wheel-drive type, ABS and driveline Traction control, 20″ silver AMG aluminum Wheels, front air conditioning, dual-zone Thermatic automatic, driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback heated front seats, SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan Radio, 2 – 1st row LCD monitor, keyfob (all doors) remote keyless entry, rear Fog/driving lights, heated mirrors, windshield wipers – rain-sensing, 1st-row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass sunroof, Nappa leather seat trim, driver and passenger lumbar support, MB navigation with voice activation navigation system, and PARKTRONIC w/Active Parking Assist.

2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC-Class 63 Configurations
2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC-Class 63 Configurations

Which is the best 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC-Class 63 model?

As stated in the review section, among the four trim levels available for the GLC-Class SUV, the GLC 63 AMG is in itself a trim level. Two of these trim levels are high-performance models tuned by the hooligans themselves at AMG, and for the GLC-Class SUV, the GLC 63 AMG is the hardcore and top-of-the-line model.

The 2021 GLC 63 AMG, being a carryover model, is very similar to its previous model. The 2021 model also has some additional standard features fitted with more standalone options in the vehicle.

2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC-Class 63 Interior

The 2021 GLC 63 AMG, being a carryover model, will be fitted with an old-style interior, which is not necessarily a bad thing. Last year, Mercedes gave the GLC a makeover, and the current interior is in many respects a significant improvement over the interior of previous generations. So, it’s not bad that they have to carry forward the interiors of the previous year because it is pretty new and modern.

The industrial design is pretty well matched to the car, and the exposed carbon fiber complements that look pretty good. High-quality luxury materials are used around the car and soft-touch materials make it very fun and enjoyable to spend time inside the car.

The seats are also very comfortable and accommodating and have a fair amount of adaptability.

Along with Bluetooth audio streaming and HD Radio receiver, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, smartphone integration are also available. The driver can be viewed speed and other car details in front of a widescreen 12.3″ digital instrument cluster.” The GLC 63 AMG is fitted with a premium Burmester surround-sound system with 13 too high speakers for listening to music.

2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC-Class 63 Interior
2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC-Class 63 Interior

For more information about the latest Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC-Class 63, kindly visit the Official page.

Should I Buy a used 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC-Class 63?

Although German cars a very well built and very durable, it should never be a problem to buy a used Mercedes, provided that the car has been decently well maintained and serviced regularly. Additionally, for the Mercedes AMG GLC 63, the depreciation rate is reasonably low, standing somewhere about 55% in five years, which is very decent, to be honest. However, it will be challenging to find one, mainly to get one at a reasonable level.

You may also Ask for

Why are used Mercedes so cheap?

The Mercedes-Benz models used are so inexpensive on the used market because of their high maintenance costs. The average annual maintenance cost on most Mercedes-Benz models is about $908.

What is a 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC-Class 63 worth?

For SUV models, the high-performance GLC 63 starts at $73,900 and $76,900 for coupe models. Moreover, it costs $84,500 for the GLC 63 S, and it’s only sold as a coupé.

Is a 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC-Class 63 a reliable car?

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC-Class 63 has an estimated three out of five reliability ratings, roughly average.

Why are German cars unreliable than American cars?

American new car owners tend to view German cars as defective only because, as well as Japanese cars; they do not tolerate lack of maintenance. Japanese cars do not need maintenance, American cars are cheap to repair, but the German cars’ maintenance is costly, as advanced training and imported spare parts are necessary.

Bilal Ibrahim

Bilal Ibrahim is an automotive engineer, graduated from NED University of Engineering and Technology.

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