Step into sophistication with the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 SUV in Peoria, AZ, now available at Mercedes-Benz of Arrowhead. This premium compact SUV blends sleek design with practical versatility, giving drivers both style and substance. Inside, you'll find a spacious, elegant cabin filled with cutting-edge tech and finely crafted details that make every drive feel refined. Under the hood, a turbocharged four-cylinder pairs with a 9-speed automatic for confident performance on city streets and highways alike. With ample cargo space, plush seating, and balanced road manners, the GLC 300 is designed to keep comfort and capability side by side.
Performance Specifications | Technology Features | Interior Amenities |
| 2-liter inline-4 turbo engine with mild hybrid drive
| 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and 11.9-inch touchscreen central multimedia display
| Heated front seats
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| 255 horsepower and 295 lb.-ft. of torque
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
| 40/20/40-split folding rear seats
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| 9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic transmission
| "Hey, Mercedes" keyword activation
| Dual-zone automatic climate control
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| Towing capacity: 3500 lbs.
| MB Navigation
| KEYLESS-GO®
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The short answer to this question is yes—but the long answer is far more interesting. Mercedes has packed this SUV with tech that doesn't just react to danger, it actively prepares for it. From radar-based systems that watch the road ahead to features that even protect your ears, the GLC 300 shows just how far safety has come. The PRE-SAFE® system is a Mercedes original. If the SUV senses a collision or rollover could happen, it tightens the front seat belts, adjusts the passenger seat, and even closes windows and the sunroof. If nothing happens, everything resets and you carry on. It's like a safety net that works behind the scenes. A unique enhancement goes a step further—before an impact, it plays a special "pink noise" through the speakers to trigger a natural reflex in your ears, helping soften loud crash sounds. Driver attentiveness is also a priority. ATTENTION ASSIST® tracks up to 70 aspects of your driving behavior, like steering and braking patterns. On a long trip, if the system thinks you're getting drowsy, it will sound an alert and display a coffee cup icon, nudging you to take a break.
Radar-based collision prevention adds another layer. If you're approaching a car or pedestrian too quickly, it warns you and even applies extra braking force if needed. If you don't react, it can brake automatically. Add Blind Spot Assist, Exit Warning Assist, and a rearview camera with active guidelines, and it feels like an extra set of eyes is always helping you. And it doesn't stop there. From adaptive LED headlamps and Adaptive Highbeam Assist, to 7 airbags with 9-way protection, Emergency Tensioning Devices, and Emergency Call Service, the SUV is built with active and passive defenses. Even braking systems are advanced, with features like Predictive Brake Priming, Brake Assist, and Automatic Brake Drying for wet weather.
So, is the 2026 GLC 300 SUV safe? Absolutely—it's designed to anticipate, react, and protect in ways that go beyond the basics, giving drivers peace of mind on every drive. If you're impressed by the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 SUV and want to learn more, we invite you to Mercedes-Benz of Arrowhead in Peoria, AZ. Our sales representatives will be glad to give you a thorough overview.