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GLK Successor Arrives in 2015: the GLC
The Mercedes-Benz GLC with internal code X253 will succeed the X204 GLK series, and arrives in 2015. We currently expect the GLC to become available to order in mid 2015 followed by a market launch in September 2015.
The new SUV of the X253 series is no facelift, but a completely new model and will be named according to the new future nomenclature, showing its family ties with a "C", which can be seen as the last letter in its name.
The GLC increases by 10 centimeters / 4 inches in length and will receive softer, more rounded styling, in contrast to the edgy look of the GLK. Similarly, a GLC Coupé (C253) is planned. The GLC will also use the latest technology like a stereo camera from the current C-Class, including Head-Up Display and LED headlamps.
Launch in the fall of 2015 - GLC 63 4MATIC planned
Shortly after the launch in September 2015, a plug-in hybrid may also be added to the 253 series. If further rumors can be believed, in addition to the base four-cylinder and six-cylinder engines a 4.0 liter Biturbo V8 as Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 4MATIC may debut in 2016, possibly with 462hp, or in an S-model with 510 hp.