Mercedes-Benz GLC (GLK) History
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The compact SUV began as the angular GLK-Class (X204, 2008–2015) on the C-Class platform.
Renamed GLC for 2015 (X253) with softer styling, it became one of Mercedes' best-selling models, with a GLC Coupe and the AMG GLC 63 on top.
Generations
GLK (X204) · X204
The boxy original compact SUV on the C-Class platform (US 2010–2015).
GLC (X253) · X253
Renamed GLC; added a GLC Coupe and the AMG GLC 63.
GLC (X254) · X254
Current GLC; all-four-cylinder mild-hybrid range.
Body styles
- 4-door SUV
- 4-door SUV (coupe roofline)
Notable special editions & performance variants
AMG GLC 63
High-performance GLC — twin-turbo V8 (X253), then a four-cylinder plug-in hybrid (X254).
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