BASIC INFO
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| Brand |
BMW |
Mercedes-Benz |
| Model |
i5 eDrive40 2025 |
GLC EV (GLC with EQ Technology) |
| Vehicle Type |
Electric |
Electric Compact Luxury SUV |
| Trims |
i5 eDrive40, i5 xDrive40, and BMW M60 i5 Touring |
GLC 300+ (RWD), GLC 400 4Matic (AWD) (plus possible additional options/packages) |
| Release Date |
July 2025 |
Unveiled Sept 2025; market launch expected late 2026 → early 2027 (staggered by region) |
| Status |
Available |
Unreleased/Pre-production → Production scheduled (late 2026+ depending on market) |
| Made In |
Germany |
Germany (Bremen) — plus regional production in China and planned lines depending on market |
| Body Type |
Sedan |
5-door compact luxury crossover SUV |
| Vehicle Warranty |
4 Year / 50,000 miles |
Manufacturer standard warranty |
| Colors |
Alpine White, Black Sapphire, etc. (+ custom) |
Multiple factory colors and special finishes (standard Mercedes palette + optional special paints) |
PERFORMANCE
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| Motor Type |
Single permanent-magnet motor |
Permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor(s) |
| Horsepower |
335 hp |
hp (estimate from available specs) |
| Torque |
317 lb-ft |
504 Nm (reported/estimated) |
| Acceleration |
0 to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds |
4.4 s (0–60 mph ≈ 4.4 s reported) |
| Top Speed |
120 mph |
210 km/h (manufacturer / press reports) |
BATTERY AND CHARGING
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| Battery Type |
Lithium-ion (NMC) |
650–713 km WLTP (multiple sources |
| Battery Capacity |
84.3 kWh / 81.2 kWh |
NMC lithium-ion cell chemistry |
| Power Consumption |
3.3 mi/kWh |
94–94.5 kWh (nominal pack quoted in press |
| Battery Warranty |
8 years / 100,000 miles |
Manufacturer battery warranty typical for Mercedes |
| Home Charging Speed |
(AC 240V, 11 kW) 8.5 hrs (0–100%) |
AC Level 2 up to typical onboard capability |
| Supercharging Speed |
205 kW (10–80% in 30 mins) |
320–330 kW (800V |
| DC Fast Charging Speed |
Up to 205 kW |
320 kW |
| Miles of Range added Per Hour |
30–35 miles/hour |
Varies by charger |
| Charging Time |
10-80%: 31 minutes (DC fast charger) and Full Charge: 8 hours (Level 2 charger) |
Manufacturer/press cite very fast numbers — example: ~10 min |
| Charging Connector Type |
CCS1 (North America) / Type 2 (EU) |
8–12 hours typical if ~11 kW) |
| Home Charging Options |
Included Charger and Wallbox Support of 11 kW Level 2 (optional in some markets) |
Wallbox (recommended) |
| Onboard Charger Power |
11 kW AC (48A) |
Likely ~11 kW (estimate / common for this class) |
DIMENSION AND WEIGHT
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| Length |
199.2 in (5,060 mm) |
(~4.7–4.9 m depending on spec) |
| Width |
74.8 in (1,900 mm) |
width (~1.9 m) |
| Height |
59.6 in (1,514 mm) |
Compact SUV height (with aerodynamic roofline) |
| Wheelbase |
117.9 in (2,995 mm) |
Extended vs current ICE GLC |
| Ground Clearance |
5.1 in (130 mm) |
Adjustable (air suspension / Airmatic) |
| Cargo Space |
17.1 cu ft (trunk) |
20.1 cu ft (rear) up to ~61.4 cu ft |
| Curb Weight |
4,650 lbs (2,110 kg) |
likely in the 2,100–2,500 kg range |
| No. of Doors |
4 Doors |
5 |
| Seating Capacity |
5 Seater |
5 |
WHEEL AND TIRES
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| Wheel Type |
Alloy wheels |
Alloy wheels |
| Wheel Size |
19-inch |
Common options 19″–22″ depending on trim/package |
| Front Tire |
245/45 R19 |
Spec depends on wheel choice |
| Rear Tire |
245/45 R19 |
Spec depends on wheel choice |
STEERING AND SUSPENSION
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| Steering |
Electric Power Steering (EPS) |
Electric Power Steering |
| Transmission |
Automatic |
Single-speed reduction per motor (EV) |
| Turning Radius |
40.4 ft (12.3 m) |
Improved maneuverability vs ICE GLC due to wheelbase & steering tech (exact number TBA in official spec) |
| Gear Box |
Direct-Drive |
Single reduction gear per motor |
| Front Suspension |
Double-wishbone |
Airmatic air suspension (adaptive) |
| Rear Suspension |
Multi-link |
Multi-link with air suspension / adaptive setup |
TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES
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| Autopilot |
Driving Assistant Professional (Standard: Lane-keeping, traffic-aware cruise) |
No Tesla-style |
| Navigation System |
Yes |
Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control |
Yes |
Yes |
| Climate Control |
Yes |
Yes |
| Auxiliary Auto Input |
No |
Media & connectivity via USB |
| Over The Air Updates |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Start |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Entry |
Yes |
Yes |
| Heated Steering Wheel |
Optional |
Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof |
Optional |
Sky panorama |
| Apple Car Play |
Yes |
Wireless Apple CarPlay supported (region dependent) |
| Android Auto |
Yes |
Available |
| Touchscreen |
14.9" Curved Display |
Optional 39.1″ Hyperscreen (MBUX Hyperscreen) |
| WiFi & Hotspot |
Yes |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
5.2 (Dual-phone pairing, audio streaming) |
Yes |
| MP3 Player |
Yes |
Yes |
| No. Of Speakers |
12-Speaker |
10 speakers typical |
SAFETY FEATURES
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| Braking System |
Regenerative Braking System |
Brake-by-wire regenerative |
| Front Brakes |
Ventilated Discs Brakes |
Ventilated discs |
| Rear Brakes |
Solid Discs Brakes |
Ventilated discs |
| Brake Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Anti Lock Braking System |
Yes |
Yes |
| Automatic Emergency Braking |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Door Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
| Child Safety Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
| No. Of Airbags |
10 Airbags (Front, knee, side, curtain) |
Yes |
| Rear Seat Belt |
3-Point Belts |
Yes |
| Auto Parking sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Crash Sensor |
Yes |
Yes |
| Ultrasonic Sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multiple Cameras |
Yes |
360° surround camera system |
| Blind Spot Monitoring |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multi-Terrain Monitor |
No |
Not a primary feature |
| Stability Control |
Yes |
Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Mirrors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lane Keeping Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Parking Aid |
Yes |
Yes |
