2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC EPA Fuel Economy Summary

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC delivers an EPA-certified 18–24 MPG combined (16–22 city / 22–27 highway depending on engine and drivetrain) across 9 configurations. Plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models offer up to 10 miles of all-electric range at 56 MPGe. Estimated annual fuel costs range from $3,050 to $4,200.

Combined MPG
18–24 MPG
55% city / 45% highway weighted
City MPG
16–22 MPG
Stop-and-go urban cycle
Highway MPG
22–27 MPG
Sustained open-highway test
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,050–4,200
EPA estimate @ 15,000 miles/yr

2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC Powertrain & Efficiency Comparison

Factual efficiency differences across gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric variants

Internal Combustion

Standard Gasoline Trims

18–24 MPG Combined

Annual Fuel Cost: $3,150–$4,200 (8 configurations)

Plug-In Hybrid

Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV)

10 mi EV Range • 56 MPGe

Gasoline Combined: 25 MPG • Annual Energy Cost: $3,050

Official EPA Fuel Economy Ratings by Configuration (9 Variants)

Laboratory certification test values across engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutations

Configuration / Model Powertrain Drivetrain Transmission City Highway Combined EV Range Annual Fuel Cost CO2 (g/mi)
GLC350e 4matic Premium and Electricity 2L Plug-in Hybrid 4-Wheel Drive Automatic 7-spd 55 MPGe (24 MPG) 57 MPGe (27 MPG) 56 MPGe (25 MPG) 10 mi $3,050 —
GLC300 Premium 2L 4-Cyl Gas Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 22 MPG 27 MPG 24 MPG — $3,150 —
GLC300 4matic Premium 2L 4-Cyl Gas 4-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 22 MPG 27 MPG 24 MPG — $3,150 —
GLC300 4matic Coupe Premium 2L 4-Cyl Gas 4-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 21 MPG 27 MPG 23 MPG — $3,300 —
AMG GLC43 4matic Premium 3L 6-Cyl Gas 4-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 19 MPG 25 MPG 21 MPG — $3,600 —
AMG GLC43 4matic Coupe Premium 3L 6-Cyl Gas 4-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 19 MPG 24 MPG 21 MPG — $3,600 —
AMG GLC63 4matic Premium 4L 8-Cyl Gas 4-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 16 MPG 22 MPG 18 MPG — $4,200 —
AMG GLC63 4matic Coupe Premium 4L 8-Cyl Gas 4-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 16 MPG 22 MPG 18 MPG — $4,200 —
AMG GLC63 S 4matic Coupe Premium 4L 8-Cyl Gas 4-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 16 MPG 22 MPG 18 MPG — $4,200 —
EPA Test Methodology: Fuel economy estimates are determined by vehicle manufacturers in accordance with EPA regulations (40 CFR Part 600) and verified by EPA laboratories. Estimates assume 15,000 miles per year of driving (55% city, 45% highway) at prevailing fuel and electricity prices.

Deterministic Fuel Cost & Consumption Benchmarks

Standardized annual energy consumption and operating cost metrics based on 15,000 annual miles

Fuel Cost per 25 Miles

$3.65–$4.86

Based on $3.50 per gallon regular gasoline

Annual Fuel Consumption

625–833 Gallons

Estimated annual energy units needed for 15,000 miles

5-Year Fuel Cost vs Avg Vehicle

Official EPA Benchmark

Compared to the average new vehicle over 5 years

Related Official Reports for 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC

Cross-reference safety ratings, owner defect complaints, and recall campaigns

Official US Government Data Provenance

Fuel economy ratings, electric range figures, and energy cost estimates on this page are retrieved directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Department of Energy (FuelEconomy.gov) certified vehicle database.

Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.