GALLERY: Mercedes-Benz GLC250 CKD in showroom

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The locally-assembled Mercedes-Benz GLC 250 4Matic was launched in August, but this is the first time we’re getting a closer look at the made-in-Pekan SUV. The car gets a slight price drop over the fully-imported (CBU) model, along with a similarly minimal increase in kit.

Available in a single AMG Line spec, the SKD model (MBM pricelists call it CKD for now) is priced at RM325,888 on-the-road without insurance, exactly the same price as the CBU GLC 250 Exclusive and RM3,000 less than the imported AMG Line. Included is a four-year, unlimited-mileage warranty.

On the outside, the SKD model is identical to the current AMG Line model, coming in with the full AMG kit – including more aggressive front and rear bumpers, twin exhaust exits, and protective skid plates. Also fitted are LED Intelligent headlights, LED tail lights, side steps, and 20-inch AMG multispoke alloy wheels. An AMG sports suspension system is included, lowering the ride height by 15 mm.

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The inside is mostly similar, with an AMG interior styling package throwing in Artico faux leather, open-pore black ash wood trim and an AMG flat-bottomed three-spoke multifunction steering wheel. There’s also keyless entry, a panoramic sliding sunroof, Thermotronic triple-zone automatic climate control, Active Parking Assist, rear side window roller blinds and a powered tailgate with Hands-Free Access.

Elsewhere, a 13-speaker Burmeister 590 W sound system connected to the basic Audio 20 CD infotainment system, a seven-inch display, a 360-degree camera system and a Garmin Map Pilot navigation system.

So what does it get compared to the CBU? New additions are a touchpad and palm rest above the COMAND controller on the transmission tunnel, a storage package, ambient lighting, illuminated door sill plates and puddle lighting that projects the Mercedes emblem onto the ground.

Safety kit is comprehensive and includes seven airbags (including one for the driver’s knee), Collision Prevention Assist Plus, Crosswind Assist, Attention Assist and Pre-Safe system.

The mechanicals have been left unchanged, so under the bonnet sits a 2.0 litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine, producing 211 hp at 5,500 rpm and 350 Nm of torque from 1,200 to 4,000 rpm. It’s mated to a 9G-Tronic nine-speed automatic transmission that sends power through a 4Matic all-wheel drive system.

Zero to 100 km/h is dispatched in 7.3 seconds, and the GLC 250 will go on to a top speed of 222 km/h. Fuel consumption is rated between 6.5 and 7.1 litres per 100 km on the European NEDC cycle. Browse full specifications and equipment of the Mercedes-Benz GLC on CarBase.my.

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Jonathan Lee

After trying to pursue a career in product design, Jonathan Lee decided to make the sideways jump into the world of car journalism instead. He therefore appreciates the aesthetic appeal of a car, but for him, the driving experience is still second to none.

 

Comments

  • Forester XT better than this

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    • Same L0rr on Oct 24, 2016 at 4:21 pm

      Toyota Rush > Forester XT

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      • Jimmy on Oct 24, 2016 at 10:46 pm

        Why no mention about removal, or otherwise, of the offroad package?
        So I assumed it is silently removed, and deliberately forgotten in the article.

        BTW, you would definitely like the intelligence of German ECU; most of the things are well thought of. Japanese just give you the essential things only, do they really enjoy life and have better taste of luxury?

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        • Paul Tan on Oct 24, 2016 at 11:01 pm

          the CBU never had the offroad package. apparently the press material given to us was wrong. we’ve edited all our old CBU stories to reflect this.

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          • Can I know whether the price is before EEV or after EEV pricing? So many sales people giving different views.

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    • MB always play this game one. Only stupid will buy at first launch

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    • Anything but P1, Greedy P2 on Oct 24, 2016 at 5:32 pm

      I totally agree with you. Subaru has Porsche engineering, turbocharged flat four, all-wheel drive and super quick CVT. At RM210k CBU from Japan, it is a steal!

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      • At 38% price reduction to 129k now, its even more of a steal. Its janji ditepati.

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        • Hey dude, RM210K turbo charged; RM129K non turbo charged, lightly driven demo car.

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          • A Forrester is a Forrester. R u trying to tell me MI is trying to pass of a XV as a Forrester?

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      • anonymous on Oct 24, 2016 at 7:13 pm

        200K for a japanese car :) well done.compare quality and comfort as well please.

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    • Zakir01 on Oct 24, 2016 at 6:29 pm

      Forester XT full of cheapo plastik.
      Persona dashboard feels a class above.

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  • heybadigol (Member) on Oct 24, 2016 at 4:02 pm

    Shouldn’t the title be SKD? Not CKD.

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    • Hafriz Shah (Member) on Oct 24, 2016 at 4:07 pm

      Mercedes-Benz Malaysia officially calls it CKD.

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      • Kinda misleading cuz the price drop dun reflect the CKD level. SKD term is more reasonable.

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        • Rennie A Ghani on Oct 25, 2016 at 10:20 pm

          Yep agreed, really was looking forward to it’s introduction but unfortunately priced beyond reach….bye2 dream

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      • Tom10 on Oct 24, 2016 at 4:42 pm

        It is SKD, as the whole body panel is imported with the paint colour, due to they need the paint facility for this model to be setup in PEKAN before they can CKD Merc GLC.

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  • macann on Oct 24, 2016 at 4:15 pm

    Hi PT, How abt a Comparo btw the GLC, X3, Q5 & NX200T ?? #droolings

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  • Mikey on Oct 24, 2016 at 4:47 pm

    CKD ka/SKD ka pun sama MAHAL juga. Mana Janji harga yang Kereta akan turun ?! Turun 3 ribu tu U paggil turun ka ?!

    Ini Kereta untuk abang/adik PM ja sebab made/assemble in Pekan.

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    • Jaspal on Oct 24, 2016 at 4:56 pm

      Naik lu Bash, Turun lu pon Bash. apa lg lu mahu

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    • Tax itu semua olang kaya, talak hal.

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    • Janji diCAPATI on Oct 24, 2016 at 8:52 pm

      Rakyat kena tipu lagi oleh Jibby. Masih membayar eksais duty yang kekal tinggi dan GST.

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      • Kasi tax orang kaya, so sumpah tak kesah

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        • Don’t you get tired of hearing yourself saying the same thing over and over again? I thought cybertroopers are required to have a certain IQ level too, no? Or just a broken recorder will do?

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  • tokmoh. on Oct 24, 2016 at 5:54 pm

    Volvo XC60 > all

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  • Logic on Oct 24, 2016 at 7:14 pm

    I would rather pay 3k or even 5k more for that cbu amg line

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    • Tiger mix with guinness on Oct 24, 2016 at 10:16 pm

      Many customers prefer the CBU.. no one wants to buy the skd.. so MBM increased the downpayment 30% for the ckd units whilst 10% for skd..

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      • Tiger mix with guinness on Oct 24, 2016 at 10:17 pm

        Typo.. 30% downpayment CBU units.. 10% for skd..

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  • I thought the CKD doesn’t come with side steps?

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