The Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ Technology has been unveiled as the successor to the EQC and EQE, at the Munich Motor Show in Germany. The EQC, launched in 2019, was Mercedes-Benz’s first mainstream EV, but its limited range and dated platform struggled against rising competition.
The new GLC with EQ Technology takes over as the company’s volume electric SUV, bringing with it an electric-first architecture, longer range, and a stronger focus on safety and digital integration. In India, most recently Mercedes-Benz launched the Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 4MATIC+ Coupe.
Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ Technology – Exterior Design
The SUV continues the familiar midsize proportions of its predecessors but introduces a fresh electric identity. A new illuminated rectangular grille, with 942 backlit polycarbonate dots and optional animations, marks a new face for the brand, but feels inspired from the Mercedes’ of the past. The central Mercedes star can also be illuminated ( feature may vary some markets).
Full-LED headlights come standard, with DIGITAL LIGHT micro-LED units available optionally. At the rear, star-shaped taillights add animation effects. Strong shoulders, sculpted arches, and 21-inch wheels ensure the GLC retains a commanding stance on the road.
Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ Technology – Interior Design
The talking point of the interior remains the newly introduced 39.1-inch MBUX Hyperscreen, the largest ever fitted to a Mercedes-Benz. Powered by the new MB.OS, it integrates infotainment, safety, and charging management, capable of 254 trillion operations per second.
With a wheelbase stretched by 84 mm, space has grown across all seating positions. Legroom improves by up to 47 mm in the rear, while the boot offers 570 litres, expanding to 1,740 litres with seats folded. A 128-litre frunk further adds to the car’s practicality.
Mercedes also introduces the world’s first vegan-certified interior, certified by The Vegan Society, claiming to have used high-quality synthetic leathers and textiles. For audiophiles, a Burmester 3D surround system handles the audio in the GLC. There is ambient lighting on offer, which brightens up the cabin.
Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ Technology – Battery Pack and Performance
At the unveil, the flagship GLC 400 4MATIC debuted with 482 hp and a claimed 713 km of WLTP range. A two-speed gearbox at the rear, combined with a disconnectable front axle aimed to improve efficiency. The GLC 400 will be supported by two motors. There is a rear-wheel-drive option as well, dubbed the “GLC 300+”, it uses a single motor producing 374hp. 
The 94 kWh lithium-ion battery, using silicon oxide anodes, operates the new MB.EA 800-volt system enabling ultra-fast DC charging of up to 330 kW. Mercedes claims up to 303 km can be replenished in ten minutes. Importantly, the GLC supports bidirectional charging, allowing Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) functions.
Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ Technology – Safety Features
Safety is central to the model’s development. The rigid passenger cell is reinforced with crash-optimised alloys, while up to eleven airbags, including a centre airbag, are standard. The high-voltage system automatically disconnects in a crash, and new thermal monitoring protects the battery by sealing ventilation flaps if irregularities are detected.
The MB.DRIVE suite adds up to ten cameras, five radars, and twelve ultrasonic sensors to support advanced driver assistance functions. These systems are updatable over the air, extending relevance beyond the initial purchase.
Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ Technology – Comfort and Technology
Ride quality is aided by airmatic air suspension with optional rear-axle steering. The new One-Box braking system blends regenerative and friction braking seamlessly, recovering up to 300 kW.
Inside, energizing comfort programmes combine massage, soundscapes, and lighting, while intelligent navigation considers weather, traffic, and topography to optimise charging stops.
Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ Technology – Market Positioning and Rivals
Replacing the EQC, the Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ Technology takes direct aim at premium electric SUVs such as the recently unveiled BMW iX3 and Audi Q6 e-tron. Its 713 km range and 2.4-tonne towing capacity give it a practical edge over the competition. 
Production will be carried out at Bremen, Hungary, and China, with all facilities operating carbon-neutral. Mercedes-Benz claims the GLC reduces lifecycle emissions by two-thirds compared to its combustion sibling, aided by recycled aluminium and sustainable battery production. The India launch timeline of the Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ Technology has not been confirmed by the brand as of yet. Considering how important the GLC nameplate is for Mercedes-Benz India in terms of sales and brand perception it will be safe to say the launch of the GLC with EQ Technology is not too far off.