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Mercedes-Benz · model year 2027
2027 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC53 4matic Plus
Wagon · All-Wheel Drive · Hybrid · EPA class: Small Station Wagons
Where it places
- 47 Fuel-efficient station wagons
Ordered by combined MPG #47 of 65 - 206 Hybrid cars
Ordered by combined MPG #206 of 289 - 346 2027 cars and trucks
Every car of that year, A to Z #346 of 539 - 608 Fuel-efficient AWD and 4WD cars
Ordered by combined MPG #608 of 1,362 - 04 Mercedes-Benz cars
Every model year, newest first #4 of 2,118 - 1432 Gas and hybrid cars by fuel cost
Ordered by fuel a year #1432 of 2,158
Against fuel-efficient station wagons
The CarCody take
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC53 4matic Plus is a small station wagon with all-wheel drive, a gasoline hybrid powertrain, and a nine-speed automatic. Its EPA rating is 22 combined MPG, with 20 MPG city and 26 MPG highway. EPA estimates annual fuel cost at $3,750, while tailpipe emissions measure 394 grams of CO2 per mile.
Good to know
- All-wheel drive for the wagon body
- 3.0-liter six-cylinder turbo supercharged engine
- Gasoline hybrid powertrain
- 26 MPG highway EPA rating
- Automatic nine-speed transmission
Watch for
- 22 MPG combined rating
- 20 MPG city rating
- EPA annual fuel cost of $3,750
- 394 grams of CO2 per mile
Who it suits. Drivers wanting a Mercedes-Benz wagon with all-wheel drive Mixed city and highway driving Buyers seeking a gasoline hybrid six-cylinder setup
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC53 4matic Plus suits buyers who want a Mercedes-Benz wagon with all-wheel drive and a six-cylinder gasoline hybrid setup. Its 22 combined MPG is the key ownership number, and the EPA's $3,750 annual fuel estimate should be part of the budget. City-heavy drivers will see the lower 20 MPG rating, while highway users may approach 26 MPG. This is a fit for those willing to accept that fuel cost in exchange for the stated drivetrain and body style.
What it is
This 2027 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC53 4matic Plus is a wagon in the EPA's Small Station Wagons class. It uses all-wheel drive and a nine-speed automatic transmission.
Power comes from a 3.0-liter six-cylinder turbo supercharged engine. The fuel is gasoline, and the vehicle is identified as a hybrid.
The numbers
The figure to watch is 22 combined MPG. EPA ratings are 20 MPG in city driving and 26 MPG on the highway.
That spread means stop-and-go trips will return fewer miles per gallon than steady highway travel.
What it costs to run
EPA estimates fuel for this Mercedes-Benz at $3,750 per year. Tailpipe emissions are listed at 394 grams of CO2 per mile.
Your actual bill will depend on how much you drive and how closely your trips match the city and highway test patterns.
How it compares
The AMG GLC53's 20-city and 26-highway ratings give it a clear use-case split: highway miles are rated more efficiently than city miles. Its 22 combined figure is the single number for an overall comparison.
This model is identified as a gasoline hybrid. No other models' figures are provided here for a direct matchup.
Who it suits
This wagon fits a driver who wants all-wheel drive, a six-cylinder engine, and hybrid status in one Mercedes-Benz package.
It makes the most sense for someone who can use its wagon body and expects a mix of city and highway driving, while budgeting for the EPA's $3,750 annual fuel estimate.
Trade-offs
The 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine and all-wheel drive come with a 22 MPG combined rating rather than a higher fuel-economy figure. City driving is rated at 20 MPG.
The vehicle is listed with a wagon body, while the automatic transmission keeps the powertrain configuration straightforward.
Verdict
Choose the AMG GLC53 4matic Plus if its combination of wagon practicality, all-wheel drive, and six-cylinder hybrid powertrain matches your priorities.
Plan around the EPA's $3,750 yearly fuel estimate and 22 combined MPG. The 20 MPG city rating matters most for urban routines, while the 26 MPG highway number favors longer, steadier trips.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 22 MPG
- City MPG
- 20 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 26 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,750
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 394 g per mile
- Model year
- 2027
- Body
- Wagon
- EPA size class
- Small Station Wagons
- Drive
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo supercharged
- Transmission
- Automatic 9-spd
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
What is the 2027 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC53 4matic Plus's combined MPG?
Its EPA combined rating is 22 MPG.
What are its city and highway MPG ratings?
It is rated at 20 MPG in the city and 26 MPG on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel each year?
The EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is $3,750.
Is the AMG GLC53 4matic Plus a hybrid?
Yes. It is identified as a hybrid and uses gasoline.
What drivetrain does it use?
It has all-wheel drive.
What engine and transmission are listed?
The engine is a 3.0-liter six-cylinder turbo supercharged unit paired with a nine-speed automatic.
What body style and EPA class does it have?
It is a wagon in the Small Station Wagons EPA class.
How much tailpipe CO2 does it emit?
The listed tailpipe figure is 394 grams of CO2 per mile.
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