Mercedes Benz : 360° Environmental Check for the all-new electric GLC now available

• Independent verified lifecycle assessment reveals sustainability performance of the all-new electric GLC
• It achieves a two-thirds reduction in carbon footprint across its entire lifecyclecompared to the current combustion-powered GLC
• Cutting production emissions by 23 percent through carbon-reduced battery, aluminium and steel production, along with increased use of recycled thermoplastics and renewable energy at the Bremen plant where the electric GLC is manufactured

Mercedes-Benz has published its 360°Environmental Check for the all-new electric GLC, documenting in detail the environmental performance of this pioneering midsize SUV. The comprehensive lifecycle assessment, verified by independent auditors, reveals how the electrified bestseller achieves a two-thirds reduction in carbon emissions across its entire lifecycle compared to the current combustion-powered GLC. This remarkable result is thanks to the consistent implementation of carbon reduction measures - from carbon-reduced aluminium to carbon reduction measures in the high-voltage cell. There is also a marked increase in the use of secondary materials, as well as the option of the world's first certified vegan interior.

Designed from scratch with circularity and decarbonisation in mind

For the manufacturing phase alone, the company has negotiated targeted CO₂ reduction measures with suppliers, resulting in a 23 percent overall emissions saving for the GLC 400 4MATIC with EQ Technology during production. These achievements reflect a holistic approach addressing the most carbon-intensive materials and components: battery cells, aluminium, steel and thermoplastics.

The key environmental benefits are highlighted by the following measures:

• Carbon-reduced battery: Approximately 40 percent reduction in carbon footprint per cell compared to conventional production through renewable energy deployment in cell manufacturing and low-carbon production of cathode, anode and cell housing materials - saving approximately 3.1 tonnes of CO₂ per battery.
• Expanded use of recycled materials: 61 kilograms of secondary-material thermoplastics is used throughout the vehicle, with approximately 35 percent sourced from post-consumer recycled material, including jack mounting points manufactured entirely from recycled bumpers from end-of-life vehicles.
• Sustainable aluminium sourcing: About two-thirds of aluminium supplied by renewable energy electrolysis or recycled content, delivering around 1.1 tonnes of CO₂ savings.
• Certified vegan interior: The Vegan Society independently verified approximately 100 material components in the vehicle's soft-touch surfaces - from seat upholstery to carpeting - confirming the absence of any animal-derived products.

Click here for the 360° Environmental Check of the all-new electric GLC.

Mercedes-Benz GLC 400 4MATIC with EQ Technology | combined energy consumption: 18.9-14.9 kWh/100 km | combined CO₂ emissions: 0 g/km | CO₂ class: A[1]

About the 360° Environmental Check

Mercedes-Benz has published product-specific environmental information since 2005. The 360° Environmental Check is based on a comprehensive lifecycle assessment of each vehicle and verified by independent auditors. This transparency initiative reflects Mercedes-Benz's commitment to helping customers make informed purchasing decisions.

Mercedes-Benz Anniversary Year "140 Years of Innovation"

Since Carl Benz filed the patent for the first automobile 140 years ago and Gottlieb Daimler built his motorised carriage shortly afterwards, Mercedes-Benz has dedicated itself to constantly innovate and to create the world's most desirable cars for customers. This ambition has driven every innovation - from the world's first automobile in 1886 to today's intelligent and safe electric vehicles, like the all-new GLC and the award-winning all-new CLA. With the new S-Class, the company continues the biggest product launch programme in its history. With its passion for performance and pioneering power, excellence and an unwavering commitment to customer service, the brand has consistently shaped the future of mobility. The result goes well beyond engineering achievement - it creates the unmistakable feeling that leads through everything Mercedes-Benz does: Welcome home.

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^[i] The stated values were determined in accordance with the prescribed WLTP (Worldwide harmonised Light vehicles Test Procedure) measurement procedure. The ranges given refer to the European market. The energy consumption and CO₂ emissions of a car depend not only on the car's efficient use of the fuel or energy source, but also on driving style and other non-technical factors.