Mercedes-Benz GLC News in Malaysia

The Mercedes-Benz GLC has a reputation for being a capable all-rounder, carefully balancing practicality, performance, driving enjoyment, and prestige in good measure. But at a price of around RM 380k - which is a lot - does it also stand out as a great SUV for the family? To find out, I took the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 on a real-world test during a recent family trip to Penang, carrying 3 adults and 2 restless children, no less. As with any other family car buyer, I needed a safe, practical,

Arvind

Mar 23, 2024

For many, getting a brand-new Mercedes-Benz is a dream, and the appeal of having a three-pointed star on one’s driveway is a symbol that they’ve made it. However, cars lose value the moment they leave the showroom floor and it is an unavoidable circumstance even for a Mercedes. That doesn’t mean it’s impossible to enjoy your brand-new Mercedes without worrying about the value being lost every time you hit the road. Thankfully, Mercedes-Benz Services Malaysia (MBSM) has the solution with Agility+

CY Foong

Feb 2, 2024

The locally-assembled (CKD, Pekan) 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC is now launched in Malaysia. Like the fully-imported (CBU) model, only one variant is offered – GLC 300 AMG Line, which is priced at RM 378,888 (OTR without insurance), making it RM 51k cheaper than the CBU model. Specs wise, the CKD GLC 300 mostly mirrors the CBU version except for the addition of a panoramic sunroof and hands-free access for the tailgate. The GLC 300 is a mild-hybrid (MHEV) and is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-litre inl

Shaun

Sep 14, 2023

Mercedes-Benz Thailand has launched the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e plug-in hybrid (PHEV). It is locally assembled in the Kingdom and comes in the AMG Dynamic trim, priced at 4,180,000 Baht (around RM 546k). Like the W206 C350e, the GLC 350e has a 2.0-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder engine that makes 204 PS/320 Nm on its own. An electric motor boosts total output to 313 PS/550 Nm, which is sent to the rear wheels via a 9-speed automatic transmission. 0-100 km/h is claimed at 6.7 seconds and tops o

Shaun

Aug 16, 2023

To be clear, the headline above doesn’t mean that familiar names like Cycle & Carriage or Hap Seng Star will cease operations. No, the Mercedes-Benz dealers that you are familiar with will continue operating from their existing premises. The difference is that they will soon be re-designated as Mercedes-Benz retail partners, not dealers. In a press statement released earlier this evening, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia said its dealers are expected to transition into a new agency sales model in Septembe

Hans

Jul 14, 2023

Someone once asked me, “If you could choose only one Mercedes-Benz model from the entire line-up currently – money no object – which would it be?” I paused as rationality took over, reflected on it for a good minute, and still couldn’t give a definitive answer. As much I as adore the charismatic Mercedes-AMG models like the A45 S or E63 S, there are times when I would prefer something that doesn’t draw as much attention, a more discreet engine startup, for instance. The all-electric EQ models, o

Shaun

Apr 21, 2023

Malaysians love the last-gen Mercedes-Benz GLC, the X253. Since its launch in 2016, over 12,000 units of the SUV have been sold in the country and that is one of the reasons why Malaysia is selected as the launch market for the all-new 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC (X254) in Southeast Asia. This time, however, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) decided to only offer one variant of its most-popular SUV model here. The GLC 300 comes fully imported (CBU) from Bremen, Germany and the sole variant starts from RM

CY Foong

Apr 14, 2023

Last week, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) launched the all-new X254-generation 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC. There were a couple of things to note – it’s currently offered in the sole GLC 300 variant and it’s fully-imported (CBU) from the Bremen plant in Germany. Why only one variant? In Malaysia, the GLC 300 will be the only available variant and may remain so for the entire product lifecycle. In other markets, the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC is available in multiple variants including a mild-hybrid petrol

Shaun

Apr 11, 2023

Following the local launch of the all-new 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC (X254), Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) CEO and President, Sagree Sardien revealed that the German marque is looking to launch up to 20 new models (including variants) in the country in 2023. At a press conference with selected media, Sagree said that the upcoming models and variants will comprise MBM’s brand portfolio which will include Mercedes-AMG and electric (EQ) models. “One of the things we have at the forefront is we have a pl

CY Foong

Apr 10, 2023

The all-new X254 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC is one of the most important models to be launched by Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) and the proof is in the success of the last generation X253 GLC. Since 2016, over 12,000 units of the “C-Class SUV” have been sold in the country and it, along with its sedan equivalent have been the three-pointed star brand’s best-selling models in Malaysia. It’s such an important model here in Malaysia that our country is the first in the region to offer the all-new X254 G

CY Foong

Apr 7, 2023