Verdict
The C254 costs RM22,000 more, but its plug-in hybrid system brings a 31.2-kWh battery, 131 km EV range and 11 kW AC charging, against the C253 Facelift’s 13.5 kWh, 43 km and 7.4 kW. That is a meaningful gain for a Malaysian buyer able to charge regularly. It also adds 45 litres of boot space and a four-year warranty. The outgoing C253 Facelift remains the sharper value call if its 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time and RM22,000 saving matter more than electric range.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe C253 Facelift if you want the lower entry price, stronger 350 Nm output and quicker 5.7-second century sprint.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe C254 if you can charge routinely and want 131 km of EV range, a larger boot and four years of manufacturer warranty.
Key differences
- Price: C253 Facelift RM403,888; C254 RM425,888.
- Battery and EV range: C253 Facelift 13.5 kWh and 43 km; C254 31.2 kWh and 131 km.
- AC charging: C253 Facelift 7.4 kW; C254 11 kW.
- 0-100 km/h: C253 Facelift 5.7 seconds; C254 6.3 seconds.
- Boot space: C253 Facelift 500 litres; C254 545 litres.
- Manufacturer warranty: C253 Facelift 2 years; C254 4 years.
C253 Facelift
- RM22,000 lower purchase price
- Quicker 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time and 350 Nm
- Heated, ventilated memory front seats and auto parking
- 43 km EV range versus 131 km
- 500-litre boot versus 545 litres
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus four years
C254
- 131 km EV range from a 31.2-kWh battery
- 545-litre boot and four-year manufacturer warranty
- 11.9-inch MBUX screen, 15-speaker Burmester audio and adaptive cruise control
- RM22,000 higher purchase price
- Slower 6.3-second 0-100 km/h time versus 5.7 seconds
- Heavier at 1,945 kg versus 1,785 kg
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM403,888✓ | RM425,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| 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, Plug-in Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | 1,991 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 208 hp✓ | 201 hp |
| Torque | 350 Nm✓ | 320 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 120 hp | 127 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 13.5 kWh | 31.2 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 43 km | 131 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7.4 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 9G-TRONIC | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 9 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7 seconds✓ | 6.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h | 246 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,732 mm | 4,763 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,602 mm | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,873 mm | 2,888 mm |
| Weight | 1,785 kg | 1,945 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 66 litres | 62 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 545 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/40R20 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Latitude Sport 3 Run Flats | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" AMG Five-twin-spoke Alloy | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" AMG Five-twin-spoke Alloy | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | AMG Sport Suspension (15 mm lower) | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars — Based on the Mercedes-Benz GLC | — |
| 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 for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Collision Prevention Assist Plus | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam (Digital Light with Projection Function) |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated, Ventilated | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats |
| 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 | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | Yes |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (3 colours) | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear door window shades | Manual Rear Door 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 with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker Burmester Sound System |
| 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 | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot, contactless opening | Powered Boot with Hands-free Access |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | 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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C253 Facelift vs C254 FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe C253 Facelift or Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe C254 better?
The C254 is better for regular charging, with 131 km of EV range, a 545-litre boot and a four-year warranty. Choose the C253 Facelift for the lower outlay and quicker 5.7-second 0-100 km/h performance.
What is the price difference?
The C254 costs RM22,000 more than the C253 Facelift: RM425,888 versus RM403,888.
How far can each Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe travel on electric power?
The C253 Facelift has a listed EV range of 43 km from its 13.5-kWh battery. The C254 reaches 131 km with a 31.2-kWh battery and supports 11 kW AC charging, up from 7.4 kW.
