Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz GLC X254 asks RM30,349 more than the Mercedes-Benz GLC X253 Facelift, and the money mostly buys the newer, bigger, more practical GLC: 4,716 mm long versus 4,656 mm, a 2,888 mm wheelbase versus 2,873 mm, and 620 litres of boot space versus 550 litres. It also moves to all-wheel drive and petrol hybrid/REV hardware with a 1.0 kWh battery, yet the 0-100 km/h time stays identical at 7.8 seconds. The outgoing car keeps the same 320 Nm and has a larger 66-litre tank.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLC X253 Facelift if you want the lower buy-in, rear-wheel drive and a 66-litre fuel tank, and can live with the smaller 550-litre boot and two-year warranty.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLC X254 if you want all-wheel drive, petrol hybrid/REV hardware, a bigger 620-litre boot and a four-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: RM299,539 for the X253 Facelift vs RM329,888 for the X254
- Fuel and drive: petrol, rear-wheel drive vs petrol hybrid/REV, all-wheel drive
- Output: 194 hp and 320 Nm vs 201 hp and 320 Nm
- Performance: 0-100 km/h in 7.8 s, 217 km/h top speed vs 0-100 km/h in 7.8 s, 221 km/h top speed
- Size: 4,656 mm length and 2,873 mm wheelbase vs 4,716 mm length and 2,888 mm wheelbase
- Boot and tank: 550 L boot, 66 L tank vs 620 L boot, 62 L tank
X253 Facelift
- Lower RM299,539 price
- Same 7.8-second 0-100 km/h time
- Larger 66-litre fuel tank
- Smaller 550-litre boot
- Two-year warranty only
- Rear-wheel drive, not all-wheel drive
X254
- Bigger 620-litre boot
- All-wheel drive
- Four-year warranty
- Higher RM329,888 price
- Smaller 62-litre fuel tank
- No quicker to 100 km/h
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM299,539✓ | RM329,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM436✓ | RM440 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Mild Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | 1,991 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 194 hp | 201 hp✓ |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 10 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 23 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 205 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 1 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 9G-TRONIC | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 9 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.8 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Top Speed | 217 km/h | 221 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,656 mm | 4,716 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,639 mm | 1,640 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,873 mm | 2,888 mm |
| Weight | 1,705 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 66 litres | 62 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 550 litres | 620 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli Scorpion Verde | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Five-twin-spoke Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Five-twin-spoke Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Off-road Comfort Suspension - 20 mm Higher | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Collision Prevention Assist Plus | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory & Heating |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Touchpad, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 8 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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X253 Facelift vs X254 FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLC X253 Facelift or Mercedes-Benz GLC X254 better?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC X254 is better if you want space, all-wheel drive and warranty cover. The Mercedes-Benz GLC X253 Facelift makes more sense if price matters, because it has the same 320 Nm and the same 7.8-second 0-100 km/h time.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC X254 costs RM30,349 more: RM329,888 against RM299,539. Annual road tax is almost the same, at RM440 for the X254 and RM436 for the X253 Facelift.
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLC X254 faster than the Mercedes-Benz GLC X253 Facelift?
Not to 100 km/h. Both take 7.8 seconds. The X254 has 201 hp versus 194 hp and a slightly higher 221 km/h top speed, while torque is identical at 320 Nm.
