Mercedes-Benz · Coupé · 2015–2022
Mercedes-Benz GLC X253 Coupé
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
★★★★★
2.5 / 5.0 · Based on 4 engine variants Most Fun Engine
476–612 PS
4.0L V8 BiTurbo AMG Benzin
476 hp compact SUV — the V8 no competitor had
Fun to Drive! Problem Engine
120–204 PS
2.1L Diesel Diesel
6 weaknesses
Stay Away!Engine Overview
The Mercedes-Benz GLC X253 Coupé is available with 7 engine variants — from 120 to 612 hp.
GLC 220d Coupé Engine Change
2016 2019
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
2016 2019
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
GLC 250d Coupé
2016 2019
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
AMG GLC 43 Coupé
2016 2019
Be Careful 10 weaknesses
AMG GLC 63 Coupé
2017 2019
Be Careful 8 weaknesses
AMG GLC 63 S Coupé
2017 2019
Be Careful 8 weaknesses
GLC 250 Coupé
2016 2019
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
GLC 300 Coupé
2016 2019
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Steering rack bolts corroded (recall) Aluminium steering rack bolts corrode due to road salt. If all three bolts fracture, power steering fails completely. KBA recall 012425. Symptoms: Heavy steering when parking, jerky steering movements, possible power steering failure | Low |
Frequently Asked Questions
What problems and weaknesses does the Mercedes-Benz GLC X253 Coupé have? +
The Mercedes-Benz GLC X253 as Coupé has 41 known weaknesses, 11 vehicle-related.
Which engine is recommended? +
Be Careful: M274 (1.6-2.0L Turbo), M276 (3.0-3.5L V6), M177 (4.0L V8 BiTurbo AMG). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'.
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLC X253 Coupé worth buying used? +
Caution is advised with the Mercedes-Benz GLC X253 Coupé — 1 of 4 engine variants are rated 'Stay Away!'.
Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee