2022 GLC-Class SUV Interior
Mercedes has kept the interior of the GLC as comfortable and up-to-date as possible throughout its lifecycle. Unlike other cars with "C" in their name, Mercedes opted to include its new MBUX interface in the GLC's latest update. The tech blends nicely into an old-school luxury car interior featuring MB-Tex faux leather and real wood trim. The windows are large, making for an overall light and airy interior ambiance. Fitting for a car that places comfort above all else.
2022 GLC-Class SUV Interior Photos
Seating and Interior Space
The GLC SUV has a slightly sloped roofline, resulting in subpar rear headroom, but nowhere near the levels of the GLC Coupe. That's the only real criticism you can level against Merc's compact luxury SUV, as the rest of the measurements are above average compared to the competition. It can fit five people, but it's best suited to carrying four adults.
Front legroom is 40.8 inches and the rear is 37.3 inches. Headroom in the front is claimed at 37.8 inches increasing to 38.5 inches in the rear, but the front is definitely more suited to taller occupants, so we suspect an errant measurement and have reached out to Mercedes for clarification on this.
Power-adjustable front seats are standard, making it easy to find a comfortable driving position. Having large windows all around means the car is easy to see out of, aided by a standard rearview camera and blind-spot assist.
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class SUV Interior Dimensions:
Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class SUV Trims | GLC 300 SUV | GLC 300 4MATIC SUV |
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Seating | 5 | 5 |
Headroom Front Seat | 39.6 in. | 39.6 in. |
Headroom Back Seat | 39.6 in. | 39.6 in. |
Legroom Front Seat | 40.8 in. | 40.8 in. |
Legroom Back Seat | 37.3 in. | 37.3 in. |
Shoulder Room Front | 57.3 in. | 57.3 in. |
Shoulder Room Rear | 56.5 in. | 56.5 in. |
Interior Colors and Materials
Considering the exterior is so sedate, we're stunned at the variety of colors and trims available on the inside. The options include six no-cost MB-Tex leatherette colors, including a rather lovely Cranberry Red. Unfortunately, to get access to this no-cost option, you have to add the AMG Line Package, which retails for $1,600.
Genuine leather ($1,620) is available in Black, Magma Grey/Black, and Silk Beige. AMG Line leather retails for $1,620, plus the cost of fitting the AMG Line Package. Available colors include Black, Saddle Brown, and Cranberry Red. The sole designo option is Platinum White Pearl/Black Nappa leather, costing $3,800. This option can only be coupled with the Natural Grain Black Ash Wood and aluminum trim.
2022 GLC-Class SUV Trunk and Cargo Space
The X3 has made it nearly impossible for any other midsize luxury SUV to be competitive in this segment. It offers a massive 28.7 cubic feet of cargo capacity, while the Merc can only muster 19.4 cubes. That being said, the X3 does rob its rear-seat passengers of room to have such a big cargo capacity. The GLC beats the Lexus NX's 17.7 cubes. The rear seats fold flat in a 40/20/40 configuration, taking the cargo capacity up to a practical 56.5 cubic feet.
Interior storage consists of a large storage compartment under the front center armrest and a small storage area under the climate control buttons. The rear center seat folds down and provides two cupholders for the rear passengers.
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class SUV Trunk and Cargo Space Photos
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class SUV Trunk Size:
Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class SUV Trims | GLC 300 SUV | GLC 300 4MATIC SUV |
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Trunk Width (Wheelhousings) | 43.3 in. | 43.3 in. |
Trunk Height (Area) | 31.8 in. | 31.8 in. |
2022 GLC-Class SUV Infotainment and Features
Features
For years the Germans have been known to be stingy when it comes to standard features. Facing more competition from both the USA and Korea, this has changed. The same can't be said for the GLC, which comes as standard with heated power-adjustable seats, dual-zone climate control, a power tailgate, and a multifunction steering wheel. Considering pricing starts at over $43,000, it's disappointing that one has to pay extra for a heated steering wheel, ventilated front seats, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster (standard on C-Class sedan, cabriolet, and coupe), a wireless charging pad, and hands-free access to the tailgate. A US-based manufacturer will more often than not include all of these things as standard at this price level.
Safety-wise it comes with crosswind assist, driver attention assist, automatic adaptive high beams, and blind-spot monitoring. Other driver assistance features are only included in the optional $1,700 Driver Assistance Package.
Infotainment
Mercedes makes up for the lack of standard features by including MBUX as standard. This new interface is much easier to use than the outdated COMAND system. It consists of a 10.25-inch touchscreen interface with Bluetooth connectivity, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. The highlight of MBUX is the voice control, which you activate by saying, "Hey Mercedes." It's not as advanced as Siri, but it's getting there. MBUX is mated to a FrontBass sound system, and it does a good job, but a 13-speaker Burmester surround sound system is available. Two front USB ports and a 115-V outlet are standard and this year, rear USB ports with a USB-C adapter cable are added to the spec sheet.
For the full MBUX effect, we recommend adding the 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, retailing for $750.