BASIC INFO
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| Brand |
Mercedes-Benz |
Hyundai |
| Model |
GLC EV (GLC with EQ Technology) |
Ioniq 7 (2025) |
| Vehicle Type |
Electric Compact Luxury SUV |
Electric SUV |
| Trims |
GLC 300+ (RWD), GLC 400 4Matic (AWD) (plus possible additional options/packages) |
Expected: SE, SEL, Limited |
| Release Date |
Unveiled Sept 2025; market launch expected late 2026 → early 2027 (staggered by region) |
Late 2025 |
| Status |
Unreleased/Pre-production → Production scheduled (late 2026+ depending on market) |
Upcoming |
| Made In |
Germany (Bremen) — plus regional production in China and planned lines depending on market |
South Korea |
| Body Type |
5-door compact luxury crossover SUV |
3-Row SUV |
| Vehicle Warranty |
Manufacturer standard warranty |
5 years / 60,000 miles |
| Colors |
Multiple factory colors and special finishes (standard Mercedes palette + optional special paints) |
Multiple (exact list TBD) |
PERFORMANCE
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| Motor Type |
Permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor(s) |
Dual Electric Motors (AWD) |
| Horsepower |
hp (estimate from available specs) |
Estimated 380 hp |
| Torque |
504 Nm (reported/estimated) |
Estimated 450 lb-ft |
| Acceleration |
4.4 s (0–60 mph ≈ 4.4 s reported) |
Around 5.0 seconds |
| Top Speed |
210 km/h (manufacturer / press reports) |
120+ mph (est.) |
| Range |
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Up to 300 miles (EPA-est.) |
| Drivetrain |
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All-Wheel Drive (AWD) |
BATTERY AND CHARGING
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| Battery Type |
650–713 km WLTP (multiple sources |
Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity |
NMC lithium-ion cell chemistry |
100 kWh (estimated) |
| Power Consumption |
94–94.5 kWh (nominal pack quoted in press |
TBD |
| Battery Warranty |
Manufacturer battery warranty typical for Mercedes |
8 years / 100,000 miles |
| Home Charging Speed |
AC Level 2 up to typical onboard capability |
11 kW (Level 2) |
| Supercharging Speed |
320–330 kW (800V |
Up to 350 kW |
| DC Fast Charging Speed |
320 kW |
10–80% in 20 minutes |
| Miles of Range added Per Hour |
Varies by charger |
Approx. 65–75 miles |
| Charging Time |
Manufacturer/press cite very fast numbers — example: ~10 min |
7–9 hours (Level 2) |
| Charging Connector Type |
8–12 hours typical if ~11 kW) |
CCS Combo |
| Home Charging Options |
Wallbox (recommended) |
Level 1 & 2 supported |
| Onboard Charger Power |
Likely ~11 kW (estimate / common for this class) |
11 kW |
DIMENSION AND WEIGHT
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| Length |
(~4.7–4.9 m depending on spec) |
Over 5 meters (est.) |
| Width |
width (~1.9 m) |
Approx. 78 inches |
| Height |
Compact SUV height (with aerodynamic roofline) |
Around 70 inches |
| Wheelbase |
Extended vs current ICE GLC |
126 inches (est.) |
| Ground Clearance |
Adjustable (air suspension / Airmatic) |
8+ inches (est.) |
| Cargo Space |
20.1 cu ft (rear) up to ~61.4 cu ft |
Generous (3-row folded) |
| Curb Weight |
likely in the 2,100–2,500 kg range |
Not officially revealed |
| No. of Doors |
5 |
4 |
| Seating Capacity |
5 |
6 or 7 (depending on configuration) |
WHEEL AND TIRES
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| Wheel Type |
Alloy wheels |
Alloy Wheels |
| Wheel Size |
Common options 19″–22″ depending on trim/package |
20–22 inches (depending on trim) |
| Front Tire |
Spec depends on wheel choice |
TBD |
| Rear Tire |
Spec depends on wheel choice |
TBD |
STEERING AND SUSPENSION
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| Steering |
Electric Power Steering |
Electric Power Steering (EPS) |
| Transmission |
Single-speed reduction per motor (EV) |
Single-speed automatic |
| Turning Radius |
Improved maneuverability vs ICE GLC due to wheelbase & steering tech (exact number TBA in official spec) |
TBD |
| Gear Box |
Single reduction gear per motor |
1-speed |
| Front Suspension |
Airmatic air suspension (adaptive) |
MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension |
Multi-link with air suspension / adaptive setup |
Multi-link |
TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES
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| Autopilot |
No Tesla-style |
Hyundai Highway Driving Assist 2 |
| Navigation System |
Yes |
Yes, with OTA updates |
| Adaptive Cruise Control |
Yes |
Yes |
| Climate Control |
Yes |
Tri-Zone Automatic |
| Auxiliary Auto Input |
Media & connectivity via USB |
Yes |
| Over The Air Updates |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Start |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Entry |
Yes |
Yes |
| Heated Steering Wheel |
Yes |
Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof |
Sky panorama |
Yes |
| Apple Car Play |
Wireless Apple CarPlay supported (region dependent) |
Yes (Wireless) |
| Android Auto |
Available |
Yes (Wireless) |
| Touchscreen |
Optional 39.1″ Hyperscreen (MBUX Hyperscreen) |
12.3-inch Digital Display |
| WiFi & Hotspot |
Yes |
Available |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
Yes |
| MP3 Player |
Yes |
Yes |
| No. Of Speakers |
10 speakers typical |
Bose Premium (est. 12) |
SAFETY FEATURES
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| Braking System |
Brake-by-wire regenerative |
Regenerative + Hydraulic |
| Front Brakes |
Ventilated discs |
Disc |
| Rear Brakes |
Ventilated discs |
Disc |
| Brake Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Anti Lock Braking System |
Yes |
Yes |
| Automatic Emergency Braking |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Door Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
| Child Safety Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
| No. Of Airbags |
Yes |
8 |
| Rear Seat Belt |
Yes |
Yes |
| Auto Parking sensors |
Yes |
Yes (360° cameras) |
| Crash Sensor |
Yes |
Yes |
| Ultrasonic Sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multiple Cameras |
360° surround camera system |
Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multi-Terrain Monitor |
Not a primary feature |
Yes |
| Stability Control |
Yes |
Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Mirrors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lane Keeping Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Parking Aid |
Yes |
Yes |
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