[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/cars\/sports-performance-and-prestige-cars\/mercs-glc-43-ftw\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/cars\/sports-performance-and-prestige-cars\/mercs-glc-43-ftw\/","headline":"Merc\u2019s GLC 43 FTW","name":"Merc\u2019s GLC 43 FTW","description":"Let\u2019s deconstruct one of those three-lettered models – the GLC-Class. The \u2018G\u2019 stands for Gel\u00e4ndewagen (German for \u2018off-road vehicle\u2019) and makes more than a passing reference to the beastly G-Wagon. The letter \u2018L\u2019 acts as a linkage with the letter \u2018C\u2019 which denotes SUV qualities. Translation: the GLC is the SUV equivalent to the C-Class, and there\u2019s a smaller sportier coupe version that rivals the BMW X4 and Porsche Macan. More importantly though, there\u2019s a flagship iteration that we like […]","datePublished":"2016-09-09","dateModified":"2016-09-12","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/feature-10.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/feature-10.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/cars\/sports-performance-and-prestige-cars\/mercs-glc-43-ftw\/","about":["Sports, Performance & Prestige Cars"],"wordCount":282,"keywords":["BMW X4","C-Class","GLC 43","mercedes","porsche macan","Prestige Cars"],"articleBody":"Let\u2019s deconstruct one of those three-lettered models – the GLC-Class. The \u2018G\u2019 stands for Gel\u00e4ndewagen (German for \u2018off-road vehicle\u2019) and makes more than a passing reference to the beastly G-Wagon. The letter \u2018L\u2019 acts as a linkage with the letter \u2018C\u2019 which denotes SUV qualities.Translation: the GLC is the SUV equivalent to the C-Class, and there\u2019s a smaller sportier coupe version that rivals the BMW X4 and Porsche Macan. More importantly though, there\u2019s a flagship iteration that we like very much.The GLC 43 4Matic uses the same 362bhp three-litre twin-turbo V6 petrol engine as the 43 iterations of the SLC and C-Class to romp it up to 62mph in just under five seconds, with an electronically limited top speed of 155mph. Not bad for a car weighing more than 1.7 tonnes.This sweet acceleration is made possible partly due to a nine-speed automatic gearbox which enables shortened shift times, and all-wheel drive (that\u2019s what the 4Matic bit means in case you were wondering) with 69 per cent of torque sent to the rear wheels.Merc\u2019s execs say that on the road, the GLC 43 4Matic Coupe is highly agile with sporty driving dynamics, while its design is expressive and maintains the great everyday practicality of its larger non-coupe sibling.As you\u2019d expect with any flagship Merc, the GLC 43 comes with plenty of kit. Standard models get 19-inch wheels, but you can upgrade to 21s, as well as sports seats covered in man-made leather, red seatbelts, and a 13 speaker 590-watt stereo with bluetooth streaming and two USB ports,Pricing will be confirmed in early October and is expected to sit at around \u00a350,000, with the first models being delivered in December."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Cars","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/\/cars\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"Sports Performance And Prestige Cars","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/\/cars\/\/sports-performance-and-prestige-cars\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":4,"name":"Merc\u2019s GLC 43 FTW","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/cars\/sports-performance-and-prestige-cars\/mercs-glc-43-ftw\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]