Brabus is not limited to modifying the AMG-branded performance flagships of the Mercedes lineup, as proven by its latest tuning project which is tailored for the more humble GLC 300 4Matic. The new generation of the premium midsize SUV benefits from revised aero, larger alloy wheels, and more power from the 2.0-liter turbo engine thanks to an ECU upgrade. Brabus’s bodykit for the GLC is compatible with the AMG Line version that already features a more aggressive design. The tuner added carbon-fiber inserts (glossy or matte) around the bumper intakes on both ends, a rear spoiler extension made of high-grade polyurethane, a new grille garnish, and Brabus emblems.
The most notable change is the larger
diameter ten-spoke Monoblock Z forged wheels which claim to improve handling
and responsiveness. Of course, this is only one of the many available designs
from the German tuner. Changes are less extensive inside the cabin, where we
find a pair of Brabus-branded scuff plates, aluminum pedals, and velour mats.
The GLC 300 4Matic is fitted with a
mild-hybrid turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine producing 255 hp and 400 Nm of torque in stock form. Thanks to the
addition of the Brabus PowerXtra B30 Performance Upgrade, the mill churns out a
healthier 296 hp and 450 Nm of torque. Those
numbers make the Brabus-tuned SUV more powerful than all of the non-AMG trims
of the GLC. The company doesn’t mention any chassis modifications, meaning that
the vehicle retains its stock suspension and brakes.
Brabus didn’t announce pricing for the GLC
upgrades which is available upon request. We guess that the tuner will soon
unveil a more extensive package for the full-blown AMG versions of the Mercedes
GLC.
