DecodedCars2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2016 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 300 4matic 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 241 hp
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 24 combined · 22 city / 28 hwy
- Length
- 183.5 in
- Curb weight
- 3,825 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Few owner complaints8 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 33 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 17 similar 2016 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class is a small SUV offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 184 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,825 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 24 MPG combined (22 city / 28 highway), 2% worse than the 2016 small SUV average of 24.6 MPG, for an estimated $3,400 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Built in: Bremen, Germany
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 1 2016 GLC-Class configuration; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300 4matic 4dr SUV | 183.5 in | 74 in | 64.6 in | 113 in | 63.8 / 63.8 in | 3,825 lb | 53/47 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLC300 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 28 / 24 | -2% | $3,400 | 366 |
| GLC300 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 21 / 28 / 24 | +4% | $3,400 | 377 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2016 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class.
Similar 2016 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class (this car) | 24 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 BMW X3 | 30 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2016 Lexus RX | 30 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2016 Porsche Macan | 19 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2016 Land Rover Discovery | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 Audi Q5 | 26 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2016 Volvo XC60 | 26 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Engine — 2 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Service Brakes — 2 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
- Electrical System — 1 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 38,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other GLC-Class years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 GLC-Class | 27 | 192.1 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 GLC-Class | 27 | 185.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 GLC-Class | 27 | 185.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 GLC-Class | 29 | 185.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 GLC-Class | 28 | 186.2 in | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 GLC-Class | 24 | 183.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 GLC-Class | 25 | 183.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 GLC-Class | 25 | 183.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 GLC-Class | 25 | 183.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 GLC-Class | 25 | 183.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 GLC-Class | 24 | 183.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 13 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Mercedes-Benz. How we calculate this →