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Mercedes-Benz GLC AMG Estate GLC 43 4Matic Premium Plus 5dr MCT

Doors	5
Fuel Delivery	TURBO INJECTION
Transmission	Semi-auto
Fuel Type	Petrol
Engine Capacity - CC	1991
Trim	AMG Premium Plus
Price	£83,030
Engine Power - BHP	421
Acceleration	4.8
Top Speed	155 mph
WLTP - MPG - Comb	28
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	229
Length	4749 mm
Width	1920 mm
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	620 l
Minimum Kerbweight	1975 kg

Driver Convenience

11.9" high resolution multimedia colour display
12.3" Digital individually configurable instrument display
360 degree camera
Active parking assist with parktronic system
AMG DYNAMIC SELECT with a choice of driving modes (Slippery, Comfort, Sport, Sport+, Individual)
Attention assist
Bluetooth interface for hands free telephone
Dashcam - front camera for video recording
Easy pack automatic powered tailgate
eCall emergency call system
Head up Display
MBUX augmented reality for navigation
MBUX navigation premium
MBUX voice control activated by keywords "Hey Mercedes"
Mercedes connect me with remote online services
Outside temperature display
Pre-installation for digital key transfer
Rear axle steering
Remote boot release
Service indicator (ASSYST)
Smartphone integration
Sports direct steer system with speed sensitive steering
Status display for rear seat belts in instrument cluster
Traffic sign assist
Trip computer
Wireless charging surface integrated into quick stowage tray in front of centre console

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

4MATIC permanent four wheel drive
63 litre fuel tank
9G TRONIC plus automatic transmission
Agility control comfort suspension
Petrol Particulate Filter (PPF)

Entertainment

Burmester 3D surround sound system
DAB digital radio tuner
MBUX extended functions

Exterior Features

Adaptive brake lights
AMG bodystyling front apron, rear apron and side skirts
AMG exhaust system with sporty engine sound
AMG radiator grille with vertical struts in high gloss chrome and AMG logo
AMG spoiler lip
Auto dimming rear view mirror
Auto headlights
Body colour door mirrors
Chrome roof rails
Digital light LED headlights with projection function
Electric panoramic glass sunroof
Electric windows with one touch opening/closing and obstruction sensors
Electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors
Headlight washers
Heat and noise insulating acoustic glass
Heated rear window
High level LED brake light
Illuminated front door sill panels
Integrated LED daytime running lights
LED indicator lights
LED rear fog lights
LED tail lamp
Mercedes AMG exterior
Rain sensor windscreen wipers
Range adjustable headlights
Rear side wing doors
Rear wiper
Tinted glass all round green
Variable front intermittent wipers
Welcome and follow-me home light functionality

Interior Features

3 seat bench in 2nd row
3 Spoke multi function AMG steering wheel in black nappa leather
40:20:40 split folding rear seats
Ambient lighting
AMG sports seats
AMG steering wheel buttons
Artico leather dashboard with contrast stitching
Audio and onboard settings control on multifunction steering wheel
Automatic child seat recognition sensor
Black floor mats with AMG lettering
Double cup holder in centre console
Electrically height/reach adjustable steering column
Front centre armrest with stowage compartment
Front head restraints
Gearshift paddles on steering wheel
Heated front seats
Illuminated door sill panels with AMG lettering and with exchangable cover
Illuminated glove compartment
Load compartment cover
Mercedes AMG interior
Rear head restraints
Rear top tether child seat ISOFIX attachment
Single front passenger seat
Sports pedals with stainless steel surfaces and rubber studs
Sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors
THERMOTRONIC 4 zone automatic climate control

Packs

Interior lighting pack - GLC AMG
Memory pack - GLC
Mirror pack - GLC AMG
Seat comfort package - GLC AMG
Stowage pack - GLC AMG
USB Plus Pack - GLC

Passive Safety

3 rear 3 point seatbelts
Active bonnet
Adaptive brake system with HOLD function and brake drying in the wet
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Child proof door locks
Dual-stage airbags - driver and front passenger, sidebags in front seats, driver kneebag, pelvis bag and window bags for driver
Electronic key chrome surround
Electronic parking brake
Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)
Front and rear seatbelt reminder
Front passenger seat occupancy sensor
Front seatbelt pretensioners
Hill start assist
Silver brake calipers
Tyre pressure monitoring system
Warning triangle and first aid kit

Security

Central locking with interior switch, automatic locking and crash sensor with emergency opening function
Guard 360 degree vehicle protection
Immobiliser
Keyless Go comfort access

Trim

Centre console in high gloss black
High gloss black with carbon fibre trim

Wheels

21" AMG Y spoke light alloy wheels painted in tantalum grey with high sheen rim finish
TIREFIT with tyre inflation compressor

Emissions - ICE

CO	0.144
HC	0.015
NOx	0.017
Particles	0.0001
Standard Euro Emissions	EURO 6
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	229
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEH	230
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEL	229

Engine and Drive Train

Catalytic Convertor	Yes
Engine capacity (cc)	1991
Compression Ratio	10.0:1
Cylinder Layout	IN-LINE
Cylinders	4
Cylinders - Bore (mm)	83
Cylinders - Stroke (mm)	92
Engine Layout	NORTH SOUTH
Gears	9 SPEED
Number of Valves	16
Transmission	SEMI-AUTO

Fuel Consumption - ICE

WLTP - MPG - Comb	28
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEH	27.7
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL	28
WLTP - MPG - Extra High	29.4
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEH	29.1
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEL	29.4
WLTP - MPG - High	32.8
WLTP - MPG - High - TEH	32.8
WLTP - MPG - High - TEL	32.8
WLTP - MPG - Low	18.8
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEH	18.7
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEL	18.8
WLTP - MPG - Medium	27.7
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEH	27.7
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEL	27.7

General

Generation Mark	2
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07	46E
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years	30
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years	3
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %	92
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %	90
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09	5
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %	74
NCAP Safety Assist %	84
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage	Unlimited
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years	3
Vehicle Homologation Class	M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)	4.8
Engine Power - BHP	421
Engine Power - RPM	6750
Engine Torque - NM	500
Engine Torque - RPM	5000
Top Speed	155 mph

Test Cycles

RDE Certification Level

RDE 2

Tyres

Space Saver?	No
Tyre Size Front	265/40 R21
Tyre Size Rear	295/35 R21
Tyre Size Spare	TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Style	AMG Y SPOKE
Wheel Type	21" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height (including roof rails)	1635 mm
Length	4749 mm
Wheelbase	2888 mm
Width	1920 mm
Width (including mirrors)	2075 mm

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	63
Gross Vehicle Weight	2550 kg
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down)	1680 l
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	620 l
Max. Loading Weight	575 kg
Max. Roof Load	75
Max. Towing Weight - Braked	1800
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked	750
Minimum Kerbweight	1975 kg
No. of Seats	5
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb	12.4 m

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