2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 vs 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG® GLC 63S
If you are in the market for a luxury compact SUV, you want to know the differences between the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 AWD 4MATIC® SUV vs. 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG® GLC 63S AWD 4MATIC®. At Mercedes-Benz of Cherry Hill, we evaluate the differences in pricing, performance, interior features, exterior design and safety.
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 AWD 4MATIC® SUV Vs. 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG® GLC 63S AWD 4MATIC®: Pricing
The 2021 GLC 300 AWD 4MATIC® starts at $45,200 for SUV models or $51,650 for coupe models. You can get behind the wheel of a 2021 AMG® GLC 63S AWD 4MATIC® for $84,500, but it’s only available as a coupe.
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 AWD 4MATIC® SUV Vs. 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG® GLC 63S AWD 4MATIC®: Performance
The GLC 300 AWD 4MATIC® includes a 255-horsepower turbo-four engine paired with all-wheel-drive and a nine-speed automatic transmission. In comparison, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG® GLC 63S AWD 4MATIC® includes a 503-horsepower twin-turbocharged V8 engine, all-wheel-drive and a nine-speed automatic transmission. When properly equipped, this Mercedes-Benz SUV can tow up to 3,500 pounds.
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 AWD 4MATIC® SUV Vs. 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG® GLC 63S AWD 4MATIC®: Interior
Both models include room for five occupants to fit comfortably. While the GLC 300 is available as both an SUV and coupe, the GLC 63S only comes in the coupe body style. SUV models have 19.4 cubic feet of cargo room behind the back seats, with a total of 56.5 cubic feet when the seats are down. The coupe body includes 17.6 cubic feet behind the rear seats and a total of 49.4 cubic feet with them folded down.
Standard features in the GLC 300 include dual-zone automatic climate control, a power liftgate, push-button start and proximity keyless entry. Tech features include Bluetooth®, a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, a 10.2-inch touch screen, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, HD Radio and two USB ports. The 2021 AMG® GLC 53S adds a premium Burmester sound system and a navigation system.
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 AWD 4MATIC® SUV Vs. 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG® GLC 63S AWD 4MATIC®: Exterior
The 2021 GLC SUV models feature dimensions of 187″ L x 76″ W x 65″ H, while the coupes measure 183″ L x 74″ W x 62″ H. You can choose 19- or 20-inch wheels on the GLC 300, while the AMG® GLC 63S includes the larger of the two. Plus, there are 12 exciting colors to pick from with these models.
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 AWD 4MATIC® SUV Vs. 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG® GLC 63S AWD 4MATIC®: Safety Features
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV has been rated as a Top Safety Pick from the IIHS, but coupe models were not evaluated yet. However, the GLC 300 comes jam-packed with standard safety features, such as a rearview camera, driver drowsiness monitoring, front and rear parking sensors, automatic emergency braking, hands-free park assist, rear cross traffic alert, plus blind spot monitoring. The 2021 AMG® GLC 63S also adds a surround-view parking camera system.
Test Drive a New Mercedes-Benz
Both the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 AWD 4MATIC® SUV and 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG® GLC 63S AWD 4MATIC® are available to test drive in Philadelphia. Whether you want a lower-cost luxury SUV to take the kids to school in or you are looking for a high-performance model for your daily commute, you can find it on our lot. Browse our online inventory to see what’s available and schedule your test drive in Philadelphia. Once you get behind the wheel of a new Mercedes-Benz, you will understand what all of the hype is about.
