​​MotorWeek Names Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e Best Luxury Utility Vehicle​

The Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e has been named the Best Luxury Utility by MotorWeek in their 2026 Drivers’ Choice Awards. Looking at the SUV’s price, features, and luxury, it’s very obvious why both journalists and owners alike love what the GLC 350e offers, including standard 4MATIC® all-wheel drive, unlike most SUVs these days.

A Great and Unique SUV for Buyers

The GLC 350e 4MATIC® is a unique SUV for buyers. As a plug-in hybrid, the Mercedes-Benz SUV offers 54 miles of all-electric driving range, which is best in its class. The GLC 350e can also be driven up to 87 mph on electricity alone. Starting with the standard 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 of the standard GLC 300, the 350e adds a 23.3 kWh battery that combines to put out 313 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque, which is an increase of 58 horsepower and 111 lb-ft of torque. Coupled with a nine-speed automatic transmission, drivers can choose between letting the GLC 350e shift itself quickly and smoothly or take over with steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters that give optimal control when needed.

What MotorWeek Had to Say

“And when driving the GLC 350e around on battery power, it does feel very much like an EV, not just a hybrid temporarily running on battery power … As for fast-charging off the line, the 350e felt ready and willing to get moving in a hurry, with a nice initial jolt of power … to a 6.1-second 0-60.”

Charging the GLC 350e

Mercedes-Benz says that when using a level 3 DC fast charger, the GLC 350e can be fully recharged in just 30 minutes. 2026 models now feature a new vacuum-independent electromechanical brake booster that allows the system to recover more energy normally lost during braking than a standard hydraulic brake system.

The GLC Is a Very Usable SUV

Just because you’re buying a plug-in hybrid vehicle doesn’t mean you won’t still need it to do normal SUV things. Mercedes-Benz made sure to keep usability and utility high on the list of what the vehicle can do. Behind the rear seats, owners will find 24 cubic feet of cargo space that expands to 56 cubic feet when the seats are folded down. And if you need to tow, the GLC 350e can tow up to 3,500 lbs. when properly equipped.

It Also Offers Great Technology

The latest third generation of MBUX (Mercedes-Benz User Experience) is a standard feature along with a 12.3-inch digital instrument display that can be configured to the driver’s taste, plus an 11.9-inch central touchscreen infotainment system that flows up from the center console with a slight angle toward the driver without interrupting the viewing abilities of all passengers. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ are both standard, as is in-vehicle WiFi, multiple USB-C charging ports, Biometric authentication, a wireless phone charger, and more. Buyers can opt for a 15-speaker Burmester® 3D Sound System* that delivers 710 watts of concert-level sound.

Mercedes-Benz Is a Safety Pioneer

Of course, a Mercedes-Benz wouldn’t be a Mercedes without some of the best and most advanced safety features, which on the GLC 350e includes PRESAFE®, PRESAFE® Sound, Active Brake Assist, Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call Service, ATTENTION ASSIST®, Adaptive Highbeam Assist, Blindspot Assist with Exit Warning Assist, PARKTRONIC with Active Parking Assist, rearview camera, Crosswind Assist, Adaptive Braking Technology, Downhill Speed Regulation, seven airbags, front center airbag that deploys between the driver and passenger, and plenty more.

Ewing Mercedes-Benz of Plano Will Take Care of You

When you need the best sales and service, Ewing Mercedes-Benz of Plano is ready to give you the best experience when buying a new or pre-owned vehicle. Whether you are looking to buy or lease a GLC 350e or a GLC AMG® GLC 63 S E Performance, the expert sales staff at Ewing Mercedes-Benz of Plano will answer all of your questions and get you the best possible price.

Why Choose Ewing Mercedes-Benz of Plano

The best way to start your summer is with a new vehicle from Ewing Mercedes-Benz of Plano. At Ewing Mercedes-Benz of Plano, we strive to offer the best sales and service to you, our customers. Whether it’s a new or pre-owned Mercedes-Benz vehicle, our sales team and finance department will work tirelessly to help you get the perfect car at an excellent price. And when it’s time to take care of your vehicle, the service department will treat every car or SUV as if it were their own, ensuring it’s handed over to you in the best possible condition. 

*Burmester is a registered trademark of Burmester Audiosysteme GmbH, Berlin, Germany.