Hot! Mercedes-Benz, What's Next?

[Mr. Mercedes]

I just bought a GLC 220 d and I prefer this one definitely both in and out I think it’s way better then we all expected

The front grill has lovely presence almost makes it look GLE type presence

Congratulations on the GLC mate. Its a great car.

 

[Uygar]

Not sure what is the issue I think it looks very good. Infact I prefer it to the normal GLC and a superb interior so a very good package

Design is subjective. To me, it looks awful. At least from these leaked pics. Maybe it’ll grow on me once I see the official pics/videos.
But literally, don’t you think that grille looks so out of place, and out of proportion?
Idk.

 

[fortuner]

Congratulations on the GLC mate. Its a great car.

Will do a thread thank you bro

 

[Esp5]

It seems we'll have to wait for the 2028 S-Class to get excited about Mercedes's new design philosophy.
This is the same old stuff; it doesn't seem like enough effort to meet the need for Mercedes to stand out in this challenging EV/ICE environment.

I like the grille as a new philosophy, but it doesn't fit with the rest of the car; it's noticeable that it was added later.

 

[Uygar]

This would be my redesign. Smaller grille with different bumper. Also cleaner taillight graphics.
So much better this way.

 

[Swissbob]

Do we know if the seat controls move like the traditional controls or are they the new haptic nonsense?

M

They move, like on the CLA.

 

[Swissbob]

Dare I say the interior looks a lot more promising than the BMW iX3.



I think MB has delivered here.

I cant wait to see the iX3 and this go head to head. They both signify 'fresh starts' and a lot of what is to come from both brands.

Hopefully MB Australia will get a new Boss until then, otherwise they’ll screw up another wonderful car.

 

[Swissbob]

My opinion:
The interior is gorgeous, the exterior very elegant.

This reminds me on the W211 vs. E60 comparison, the BMW looks sportier and more aggressive, the Mercedes Benz looks very elegant and not sporty at all.

 

[leylandi]

 

[Swissbob]

No sunroof

Otherwise a nice interior.

 

[Merc1]

Pure, shameful cost cutting. A roof that won’t open, wtf.

M

 

[Swissbob]

Pure, shameful cost cutting. A roof that won’t open, wtf.

M

I fully agree with you.
Especially as Mercedes Benz always installs real sunroofs.

I think the C217 and C190 has been the first Mercedes Benz cars ever with a fixed glass roof, the CLA/SB and the GLC are in the same group.

This shows us how unusual it is.

 

[Gor134]

Q6 e-Tron is the only car in this segment with an opening sunroof. Aaaand it also has the worst interior, exterior, and rear legroom.

 

[Swissbob]

Q6 e-Tron is the only car in this segment with an opening sunroof. Aaaand it also has the worst interior, exterior, and rear legroom.

I agree, the current Audis are terrible.
And electric door opener, which I also despise.

I think the Macan can also open the roof.

 

[Swissbob]

It’s incredible, how difficult it is to find the right car in this segment, If you want a car, which fulfills all your wishes.

 

[Design FIRST]

IAA Mobility 2025 presentations by the German Big Three so far:

Audi EXCITES ! BMW DELIGHTS ! Mercedes-Benz...well...ummm...yeah...I guess.

 

[Swissbob]

It depends what else will be presented.

The GLC is fine but again not perfect.

BTW The fixed glass roof is something the Chinese market wants. That’s why it’s now so popular among the German cars.

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

IAA Mobility 2025 presentations by the German Big Three so far:

Audi EXCITES ! BMW DELIGHTS ! Mercedes-Benz...well...ummm...yeah...I guess.

This GLC EV is as big for MB as the BMW iX3 is.

 

[Swissbob]

This GLC EV is as big for MB as the BMW iX3 is.

I agree And both cars fit perfectly in their lineup.

Traditionally Mercedes Benz Design was always elegant and not very aggressive.

With a sunroof I guess I would’ve ordered one.

 

[Design FIRST]

This GLC EV is as big for MB as the BMW iX3 is.

Pertaining to what's concealed under the body architecture, no argument there. Both chime in crucial new eras for their respective brands. Eye appeal, "MUST HAVE Factor"... ? The market will decide on that, I suppose. Design as well as the perception of which is important.