Mercedes-Benz Teases All-Electric GLC with Illuminated Iconic Grille
Mercedes-Benzhas officially teased the next-generationGLC, anall-electricSUV that reimagines the brand's design language. Set to debut at the IAA Mobility show in Munich on September 7, 2025, the new GLC features a bold reinterpretation of the Mercedes grille—now a design centerpiece rendered in a smoked-glass lattice, framed in chrome and lined with optional animated contour lighting. The grille alone reflects the brand's updated 'Sensual Purity' philosophy, emphasizing minimalism, clarity and high-tech elegance. As the first production model to embody this new aesthetic direction, the electric GLC represents both a nod to Mercedes' storied heritage and a leap into the future.
Beyond its exterior, the GLC is also the first vehicle in a new family powered by MB.OS, Mercedes-Benz's proprietary operating system. Inside, an all-new MBUX Hyperscreen enhances the driver experience with seamless digital integration and elevated comfort. With this new GLC, Mercedes aims to combine the trusted performance and luxury of its bestselling midsize SUV with cutting-edge electric mobility and intelligent design.
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