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Mercedes-Benz Concept GLC Coupé
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Mercedes-Benz Concept GLC Coupé
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28th April, 2015
Mercedes-Benz reveals the next coup: the Concept GLC Coupé which is a
near-production-standard study that carries the GLE Coupé formula over into a more compact segment. The dynamically
expressive show car combines typical stylistic features of a coupé with the design idiom of coming SUV generations. This
emotively appealing fusion is further enriched with details that are strong in character. A twin-blade radiator grille,
'power domes' on the bonnet and a four-pipe exhaust system form an aesthetic contrast to the harmonious main body
section. On the other hand, elements from the rugged off-road world, such as enormous 21-inch wheels, front and rear
under body protection, increased ground clearance and side running boards, are indicative of the off-road performance
potential of the Concept GLC Coupé.
Gorden Wagener, Head of Design at Daimler AG, puts it in a nutshell: "With its modern and sensual design idiom, the
Concept GLC Coupé gives a foretaste of future SUV models from Mercedes-Benz. At the same time, it embraces the typical
values of tradition-steeped Mercedes-Benz coupés."
The same blend of the multifunctional SUV and the emotively appealing coupé world of Mercedes-Benz that was welcomed
with the GLE Coupé is now repeated with the Concept GLC Coupé. However, the near-production-standard show car inhabits a
more compact segment, as demonstrated by the external length of 4.73 metres and the 2.83-metre wheelbase. These two
dimensions, together with the striking and 'muscular' main body section, elongated greenhouse and large 21-inch wheels,
provide an ideal basis for the typical, almost dramatic proportions of the sportily youthful coupé generation with the
characteristic off-road touch.
Distinctive front end, sculptural headlamp design
At the front, a short, crisp overhang with upright radiator grille and twin-blade louvre so characteristic of sporty
Mercedes-Benz models give a first indication of the sporty philosophy behind the Concept GLC Coupé. The credo "Born to
race on every ground" is confirmed by the power domes on the bonnet, the sweeping lines of the A-wing below the radiator
grille, the large side air intakes and the visually dominant under body protection. Like all the trim elements on the
concept vehicle, this typical SUV feature radiates in silver shadow to form an attractive counterpoint to the solar-beam
paintwork and the all-round claddings in matt gun metal magno paintwork.
Reminiscent of light sculptures, striking LED headlamps decisively shape the expressive face of the Concept GLC Coupé.
All functions are united in one housing: for illumination, the daytime running lamps and turn indicators use the upper
strip inserts, dubbed "eyebrows" by the designers. Below them are three rotating lenses, which appear to positively float
in the deep, three-dimensional space and which adapt to the situation to optimally illuminate the road or terrain. Of
course, the headlamps are non-dazzling for oncoming traffic in lower beam, upper beam, cornering light or active light
mode. This is achieved by blanking out the light cone in the area of oncoming vehicles.
Side profile with low-slung coupé greenhouse and large SUV wheels
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The perfection with which the intrinsically contrary design worlds of the coupé and the SUV have been brought into
harmony with each other is revealed in particular by a side view of the just under 1.60-metre-high Concept GLC Coupé with
the typical, elongated roof line of a sports coupé. Like the integrated roof rails and fully recessed door handles, the
squat greenhouse with its frameless side windows blends perfectly into the vehicle's flanks to additionally underscore
the coupé-like character. The interplay with the high beltline, wide shoulders and accentuated wheel lips gives rise to
extreme proportions that lend the Concept GLC Coupé a thrilling dynamism. This highly charged interaction is given extra
emphasis by the drawn-in waist between the dropping line and the lower, rearwards ascending light-catching contour.
A clear indication of the more prominent SUV genes is given by sill extensions reminiscent of the side running boards
on a classic SUV. Flush with the outside edge of the body, wide 21-inch wheels with large, heavily profiled tyres combine
with the relatively high ground clearance to endorse the sportily dynamic off-road ambitions of the Concept GLC Coupé.
Rear end with distinct coupé heritage
The rear view of the precisely two-metre-wide Concept GLC Coupé in particular reveals the wide, 'muscular' shoulders
with harmoniously modelled wheel arches that house 53.3 cm (21-inch) wheels with 285/45 R 21 wide-base tyres.
The four polished stainless-steel tailpipes of the exhaust system provide a visual highlight. Mounted in pairs above
an A-wing similar to the one at the front and featuring characteristic under body protection, the tailpipes underscore the
sporty look of the coupé.
Overall, it is the styling of the rear end that most clearly accentuates the coupé genes of the concept vehicle.
Narrow, split tail lights, centrally positioned brand star and a sharp spoiler lip emphasise a design line that made its
debut with the S-Class Coupé and which all Mercedes-Benz coupé models have since followed. Relocated to the lower section
of the bumper, the number plate as well as the typical form of the rear window with its rounded upper area are among the
further stylistic features.
The night design of the LED tail lights sets a new tone. Adapted from the headlamps, the strips at the top are home to
the turn indicators, which use chasing lights to signal a change of direction. A circular rear light encloses a central
lens that adaptively augments the brake lamp for even better visibility.
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Hard technical details give an additional emotive appeal to the Concept GLC Coupé with its almost organic form of the
main body section. For example, excitingly designed components such as two-part, open light-alloy wheels, wing-look
exterior mirrors and the already mentioned four exhaust tailpipes set a deliberate stylistic contrast intended to
underscore the technological claim of the show car. The same goes for the under body protection with front and rear
cooling ducts and the headlamps and tail lights, which resemble light sculptures.
Power aplenty: all-wheel-drive, powertrain producing 367 hp
The drive technology aboard the Concept GLC Coupé matches the vehicle's looks. A V6 powerplant delivering 270 kW (367
hp) and 520 Nm makes for a highly sporty level of performance. Familiar from AMG sports models, the direct-injection
biturbo engine is teamed with a 9G-TRONIC nine-speed automatic transmission and 4MATIC permanent all-wheel drive to
provide the show car with emphatic acceleration while at the same time giving an acoustically audible note to the
impressive performance. Depending on the transmission mode setting, the tailpipes give off either a commandingly subdued
rumble or the passionate sound of a high-powered sports car.
Extension to the SUV world of Mercedes-Benz
The SUV world of Mercedes-Benz has room for further models, such as a production version of the Concept GLC Coupé. The
range would thus include seven models, allowing customers to order a tailor-made vehicle to suit their personal
preferences. At the same time, the show car would enrich the trendsetting coupé world of Mercedes-Benz with a new
all-rounder while providing a logical addition to models such as the four-door coupés and Shooting Brakes of the CLS and
CLA series.
Overview of technical data:
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Concept GLC Coupé |
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Body type/construction |
Four-door, four-seater concept vehicle,
frameless side windows |
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Engine |
V6 biturbo, direct injection |
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Displacement cc |
2,996 |
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Output kW/hp at rpm |
270/367 @ 5,500 |
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Peak torque (Nm) at rpm |
520 @ 1,400-4,000 |
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Transmission |
Nine-speed automatic transmission
9G-TRONIC, DIRECT SELECT gearshift |
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Powertrain |
4MATIC permanent all-wheel drive |
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Length mm |
4,727 |
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Width with/without mirrors mm |
2,151/2,000 |
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Height mm |
1,593 |
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Wheelbase mm |
2,827 |
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Track width front/rear mm |
1,657/1,687 |
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Wheels/tyres front
rear |
8Jx21/255/50R21
9.5Jx21/285/45R21 |
E&OE.
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