BASIC INFO
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| Brand |
Mercedes-Benz |
Scout Motors (Volkswagen Group) |
| Model |
GLC EV (GLC with EQ Technology) |
Scout Terra (Pickup Truck) |
| Vehicle Type |
Electric Compact Luxury SUV |
Electric Pickup Truck (EV / EREV) |
| Trims |
GLC 300+ (RWD), GLC 400 4Matic (AWD) (plus possible additional options/packages) |
TBA (multiple trims expected) |
| Release Date |
Unveiled Sept 2025; market launch expected late 2026 → early 2027 (staggered by region) |
Production 2026, Sales 2027 |
| Status |
Unreleased/Pre-production → Production scheduled (late 2026+ depending on market) |
Upcoming (prototype revealed) |
| Made In |
Germany (Bremen) — plus regional production in China and planned lines depending on market |
Blythewood, South Carolina, USA |
| Body Type |
5-door compact luxury crossover SUV |
4-door crew cab pickup |
| Vehicle Warranty |
Manufacturer standard warranty |
Expected: 8 yrs battery / 3-4 yrs standard vehicle |
| Colors |
Multiple factory colors and special finishes (standard Mercedes palette + optional special paints) |
Heritage colors (Grenoble Green, etc.), more TBA |
PERFORMANCE
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| Motor Type |
Permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor(s) |
Dual electric motors (front + rear, AWD) |
| Horsepower |
hp (estimate from available specs) |
TBA (est. 400–500 hp depending on trim) |
| Torque |
504 Nm (reported/estimated) |
TBA (expected ~600+ lb-ft) |
| Acceleration |
4.4 s (0–60 mph ≈ 4.4 s reported) |
TBA (likely 0–60 mph in 5–6 sec) |
| Top Speed |
210 km/h (manufacturer / press reports) |
TBA (~110–120 mph expected) |
| Range |
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350 miles (EV) / ~500 miles (EREV with generator) |
| Drivetrain |
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AWD (electric) |
BATTERY AND CHARGING
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| Battery Type |
650–713 km WLTP (multiple sources |
Lithium-ion (EV platform) |
| Battery Capacity |
NMC lithium-ion cell chemistry |
TBA (est. 100–120 kWh) |
| Power Consumption |
94–94.5 kWh (nominal pack quoted in press |
TBA |
| Battery Warranty |
Manufacturer battery warranty typical for Mercedes |
8 years / 100,000 miles (expected) |
| Home Charging Speed |
AC Level 2 up to typical onboard capability |
TBA |
| Supercharging Speed |
320–330 kW (800V |
TBA |
| DC Fast Charging Speed |
320 kW |
TBA (likely 200–350 kW capability) |
| Miles of Range added Per Hour |
Varies by charger |
TBA (~20–30 mi/hr on Level 2) |
| Charging Time |
Manufacturer/press cite very fast numbers — example: ~10 min |
TBA (~80% in ~30–40 min with DC fast) |
| Charging Connector Type |
8–12 hours typical if ~11 kW) |
CCS (expected, future NACS support possible) |
| Home Charging Options |
Wallbox (recommended) |
Level 1 (120V), Level 2 (240V) |
| Onboard Charger Power |
Likely ~11 kW (estimate / common for this class) |
TBA (~11 kW expected) |
DIMENSION AND WEIGHT
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| Length |
(~4.7–4.9 m depending on spec) |
TBA (~215–225 in estimated) |
| Width |
width (~1.9 m) |
TBA (~80 in) |
| Height |
Compact SUV height (with aerodynamic roofline) |
TBA (~130–140 in) |
| Wheelbase |
Extended vs current ICE GLC |
High (off-road tuned, est. 10–12 in) |
| Ground Clearance |
Adjustable (air suspension / Airmatic) |
TBA |
| Cargo Space |
20.1 cu ft (rear) up to ~61.4 cu ft |
Pickup bed + front trunk (TBA capacity) |
| Curb Weight |
likely in the 2,100–2,500 kg range |
TBA (~6,000–7,000 lbs estimated) |
| No. of Doors |
5 |
4 |
| Seating Capacity |
5 |
5 |
WHEEL AND TIRES
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| Wheel Type |
Alloy wheels |
Alloy / Off-road rugged |
| Wheel Size |
Common options 19″–22″ depending on trim/package |
TBA (likely 18–22 in) |
| Front Tire |
Spec depends on wheel choice |
TBA (optional 35-inch off-road) |
| Rear Tire |
Spec depends on wheel choice |
TBA (optional 35-inch off-road) |
STEERING AND SUSPENSION
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| Steering |
Electric Power Steering |
Electric Power Steering |
| Transmission |
Single-speed reduction per motor (EV) |
Single-speed (EV) |
| Turning Radius |
Improved maneuverability vs ICE GLC due to wheelbase & steering tech (exact number TBA in official spec) |
TBA |
| Gear Box |
Single reduction gear per motor |
N/A (EV) |
| Front Suspension |
Airmatic air suspension (adaptive) |
Independent (expected) |
| Rear Suspension |
Multi-link with air suspension / adaptive setup |
Solid axle / multi-link (off-road focus) |
TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES
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| Autopilot |
No Tesla-style |
No (driver-assist only) |
| Navigation System |
Yes |
Yes (with OTA updates) |
| Adaptive Cruise Control |
Yes |
Yes |
| Climate Control |
Yes |
Dual-zone (expected |
| Auxiliary Auto Input |
Media & connectivity via USB |
Yes |
| Over The Air Updates |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Start |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Entry |
Yes |
Yes |
| Heated Steering Wheel |
Yes |
Yes (expected) |
| Panoramic Sunroof |
Sky panorama |
TBA (possible in higher trims) |
| Apple Car Play |
Wireless Apple CarPlay supported (region dependent) |
Yes |
| Android Auto |
Available |
Yes |
| Touchscreen |
Optional 39.1″ Hyperscreen (MBUX Hyperscreen) |
Yes, large center display |
| WiFi & Hotspot |
Yes |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
Yes |
| MP3 Player |
Yes |
Yes |
| No. Of Speakers |
10 speakers typical |
TBA (premium audio option likely) |
SAFETY FEATURES
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| Braking System |
Brake-by-wire regenerative |
Regenerative + Hydraulic |
| Front Brakes |
Ventilated discs |
Disc |
| Rear Brakes |
Ventilated discs |
Disc |
| Brake Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Anti Lock Braking System |
Yes |
Yes |
| Automatic Emergency Braking |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Door Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
| Child Safety Lock |
Yes |
TBA (likely 8+) |
| No. Of Airbags |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Seat Belt |
Yes |
Yes |
| Auto Parking sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Crash Sensor |
Yes |
Yes |
| Ultrasonic Sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multiple Cameras |
360° surround camera system |
Yes (360° view) |
| Blind Spot Monitoring |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multi-Terrain Monitor |
Not a primary feature |
Yes (off-road assist) |
| 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 |
