The PR will always try to hypnotise you into believing whatever it is they want you to believe. Think of the PR as a kind of Jedi mind trick. Beware, the PR mind trick is more potent and powerful than a Sith Lord mind trick. The PR mind trick works on the weak and strong minded. Take the updated Mercedes GLC Coupe. The PR mind trick will make you believe that the so-called new CLC Coupe is indeed all new. It isn’t, well, not entirely.

The so-called “new” can be attributed to updated design treatments both internal and external. Mostly you won’t notice them. New LED headlight and tail-light design treatments for example. More technology, not necessarily new. So what is ‘new’ about the “new” Mercedes Benz GLC Coupe.

The GLC Coupe comes with a choice of efficient four-cylinder petrol and diesel engines ranging from 145bhp to 180bhp for the 300d 4Matic. The diesel engines already meet the requirements of the Euro 6d standard.

The petrol engines are electrified by the integration of a 48-volt on-board electrical system (EQ Boost).

In addition to reducing consumption and CO₂ emissions, the technology also enhances both driveability and performance.

DYNAMIC BODY CONTROL with infinitely adjustable dampers for the steel springs on the front and rear axle is available as an option over standard sports suspension.

Driving assistance systems are augmented by the exit-warning function, emergency-corridor function and tail-end-of-traffic-jam function, among others. New features include Trailer Manoeuvring Assist, which provides assistance when manoeuvring in reverse.

The combination of the touchscreen displays, navigation with augmented reality, intelligent voice control via the talk button or the “Hey Mercedes” prompt, connectivity and the user interface makes the GLC Coupé state of the art.

The interior colour magma grey is new. The completely revised multifunction steering wheel is available in two versions. Its operation of Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC and the Touch Control buttons for controlling the instrument cluster and the infotainment system as well as the acoustic input feedback set new standards.

Cost? Well, there’s nothing new here folks, the Mercedes GLC Coupe is still going to be damn expensive.

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