Mercedes-Benz is taking its best-selling SUV into the electrical period with the all-new GLC, a battery-powered evolution of its well-liked mannequin. Geared up with the model’s newest EQ know-how, the all-electric GLC goals to succeed in new heights in effectivity, vary and charging pace, whereas sustaining the luxurious and flexibility anticipated from the German marque.
Earlier than hitting the streets, the electrical GLC has confirmed its resilience and efficiency in a number of the world’s most excessive environments. Camouflaged prototypes had been put by means of their paces in Arjeplog, Sweden, enduring subzero temperatures, ice-covered roads and treacherous snow tracks. Regardless of these challenges, the GLC’s superior 4MATIC all-wheel-drive system and clever torque distribution know-how ensured superior traction, stability and confidence behind the wheel.
“Our new electrical GLC is a automotive with out compromises,” stated Christoph Starzynski, Vice President of Total Automobile Improvement & Integration at Mercedes-Benz Group AG. “Throughout winter testing in Sweden, it demonstrated its reliability and robustness even beneath excessive circumstances.”
Underpinning the brand new GLC’s efficiency is an 800-volt structure, enabling ultra-fast DC charging at over 320 kW and improved effectivity in chilly climates. A warmth pump maximizes vitality use, preserving vary whereas preserving passengers snug. In the meantime, the two-speed rear electrical drive unit, developed fully in-house by Mercedes-Benz, delivers spectacular energy with optimized vitality consumption.
On the time of writing, Mercedes has but to share particulars on pricing and availability for the brand new GLC.
