Just as its great rival BMW decides to go back to smaller, slimmer grilles, Mercedes is swinging for the fence with the new-look all-electric GLC, which gets a huge light-up grille that harks back to classic Mercs of the 1950s and 1960s. It’s a bit of a divisive look, as is the touchscreen that runs full-width across the dashboard, but the 701km range will be more universally appealing, as will the fast-charging ability to add 303km of range in just ten minutes. Single-motor, rear-drive versions should eventually stretch the range even further.

Mercedes-Benz GLC Tech Specs

Model featured	Mercedes-Benz GLC
Official WLTP range between charges	701km
Battery details (usable capacity)	lithium-ion, 94kWh
Electric motor details	360kW dual-motor, all-wheel drive
Fastest recharging rate	11kW on AC, 330kW on DC
Energy consumption	16.4kWh/100km
Maximum power output	489hp
Maximum torque output	800Nm
0-100km/h	4.3 seconds
Towing capability	2,400kg
Kerb weight	2,460kg