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2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 Coupe carries over with no major changes. It is the final model year of the first-generation GLC Coupe before the 2024 redesign.
About the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC
1st-generation GLC Coupe (C253), post-2020 refresh, final model year before the 2024 redesign
The AMG GLC Coupe blends the elevated seating and everyday usefulness of a compact luxury SUV with a lower, fastback-style roof and AMG performance tuning. Mercedes-AMG emphasizes responsive acceleration, rear-biased AWD, strong cornering control, and a premium cabin rather than maximum cargo room. It suits shoppers seeking a practical five-seat performance vehicle that looks and drives more like a sport coupe than a conventional compact SUV.
The AMG GLC 43 Coupe is the balanced performance version of the five-seat GLC Coupe, combining strong V6 acceleration with rear-biased AWD and adaptive air suspension. It has heated power front seats, a 10.25-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster.
2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | V6, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 9-Spd w/AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 17 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 24 mpg |
| Horsepower | 385 hp |
| Torque | 384 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 3500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 18.1 cu-ft |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Alarm System | |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | |
| Automatic High Beams | |
| Blindspot Sensors | |
| Lane Departure Warning | |
| Park Assist | |
| 360 Camera | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Power Moonroof | |
| Rear Spoiler | |
| Head-Up Display | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Satellite Radio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Touch Screen Monitor | |
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Heated Steering Wheel | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
| Push-Button Engine Start | |
| Remote Start | |
| Ventilated Front Seats | |
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 Coupe compared with 2022?
Nothing significant changed for 2023. The engine, transmission, AWD system, suspension, styling, safety equipment, and cabin technology all carried over from 2022.
Is 2023 the final year of this Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC generation?
Yes. The 2023 AMG GLC 43 Coupe is the final model year of the first-generation GLC Coupe, following its 2020 refresh and preceding the fully redesigned 2024 model.
What engine does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 Coupe have?
The 2023 AMG GLC 43 Coupe has a 385-horsepower twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6 paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission and rear-biased all-wheel drive. This powertrain was unchanged from 2022.
Did the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 Coupe receive new technology?
No. Its technology carried over, including the standard 10.25-inch infotainment display, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster.
Is the 2023 AMG GLC 43 Coupe meaningfully different from the 2022 model?
No. The 2023 and 2022 models are substantially alike, so vehicle condition, mileage, maintenance history, and equipment matter more than the model-year difference.
2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC.
4.4
2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC
(44 reviews)
“This vehicle is comfortably beautiful. It is quiet and rides like a dream. The turning capabilities are amazing and the different driving customizations are fun and exciting. There is something for everyone.”
“AMGs come with summer tires, which MUST be replaced with all season tires if you live where temperature drops below 44 degrees.”