About the Mercedes GLC 350e Hybrid
The Mercedes GLC 350e Hybrid is a plug-in hybrid, featuring a 2.0 liter four cylinder mated to an electric motor producing 315 combined horsepower and 413 lbs-ft of torque. The 8.7kWh lithium ion battery supplies power to the motor, which forwards it through a 7-speed automatic transmission, and onto the GLC’s 4matic all wheel drive drivetrain.
Mercedes GLC 350e Hybrid Batteries
Drive Battery / Traction Battery
The GLC350e features a powerful 8.7kWh lithium ion drive battery.
12V Battery
The Mercedes GLC 350e Hybrid features a 12V auxiliary AGM battery for powering the ECU, BCU, and entertainment systems in the vehicle. These batteries wear out a little faster than the drive batteries and tend to need to be replaced every 5-10 years. Here are some replacement options:
| Bosch S6587B S6 Flat Plate AGM 12V Battery | Amazon, eBay |
| Motorcraft 12V Battery – BAGM94RH7800 | Amazon |
| ACDelco Gold AGM BCI Group 94R Battery | Amazon |
Mercedes GLC 350e Hybrid 12V Battery Testing and Repair
Battery testers are an inexpensive way to save yourself time in repairing your Mercedes GLC 350e Hybrid. A healthy 12V battery will read between 12.6 and 12.8 volts when tested. Anything lower, and you may want to consider replacing your batteries or checking the battery fluid levels.
Remote Key Fob Battery
The Mercedes GLC350e Hybrid key fob uses a CR2025 lithium battery. You can easily find these in your local grocery store or online.
Energizer CR2025 Lithium Battery on Amazon
Mercedes GLC 350e Hybrid Features
| Leather Seats Panorama Sun Roof Bluetooth Wireless Alloy Wheels Backup Camera 4-wheel ABS AM/FM/HD Radio Rear Air conditioning Alarm System Blind-Spot Assist Burmester Surround Sound CD/MP3 (single disc) Cruise control Distronic Plus Auto-dimming Driver and rearview mirrors Heated Sideview Mirrors Daytime running lights Driver Assistance Pkg Dual Air Bags Dual Power Seats | Electromechanical Steering Electronic stability Control F&R Head Curtain Air Bags Heated Seats Hill Start Assist Rain-sensing Windshield Wipers KEYLESS-GO Keyless Entry Knee Air Bags LED Headlamps Lane Keeping Assist Power Door Locks Power Lift-gate Release Power Windows Side Air Bags Sirius XM Satellite Smartphone Integration: Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Surround View Camera Tilt & Telescoping Wheel Traction Control MB Connect |
Mercedes GLC 350e Specifications
| MSRP | $59,900 |
| Length | 4,656 |
| Width | 1,890 |
| Height | 1,664 |
| Wheelbase | 2,873 |
| Curb Weight (kg) | 2,025 |
| Engine | 2.0L Turbo Inline 4 (I4) Hybrid |
| Displacement | 1,991 cc |
| Drivetrain | 4MATIC Permanent All-Wheel Drive (AWD) |
| Performance | 315 hp, 413 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 7G-Tronic Plus Seven-speed Automatic Transmission |
| 0-100 km/h (sec) | 5.6 |
| Top speed (km/h) | 210 |
| Lug Pattern | 5x112mm |
Where can I find replacement batteries for the Mercedes GLC 350e?
Mercedes. Likely the best source of a replacement battery for your Mercedes GLC 350e Hybrid is the source of your car itself. Check with Mercedes first, especially if you are worried about a warranty or lien requirements. Mercedes has a great dealer lookup on their website:
Junkyards! When a Mercedes GLC 350e Hybrid is wrecked, it goes to the wrecking yard. Often the batteries are still usable as even a light impact can send a vehicle to the scrap heap.
Car-part.com allows you to search wrecking yards all over the nation and has a great list of Mercedes GLC 350e Hybrid Batteries available.
eBay – If you can’t find a replacement at your local yard, and want to find something more reputable online, you might check ebay.
“Mercedes GLC 350e hybrid replacement battery” on eBay
Battery Specialists – If you are a fan of calling someone, here is a list of vendors that may offer replacement electric car batteries for the Mercedes GLC 350e Hybrid:
Bumblebee Batteries – Located in Gresham, Oregon, Bumblebee offers some of the best battery replacements for all electric vehicles.
GreenBean Batteries – “Born out of the need for a better hybrid battery, Green Bean Battery was built around the core of creating a reliable reconditioned hybrid battery and extending the hybrid battery life. Since our humble beginnings, we have grown to create a proprietary hybrid battery reconditioning process that puts our hybrid batteries in a league of their own.”
GreenTec Auto – Established in 2012, with 3 brothers working at their father’s auto repair shop, GreenTec Auto’s mission is to create effective and sustainable solutions for you and your vehicle. “Nothing ends up in a landfill.” With over 20 service centers across the United States, there is sure to be a location near you.
Hometown Hybrids – Specializing in replacing your failed hybrid battery pack at a reasonable cost. Whether you choose a new or rebuilt battery, you can count on their mobile installation service to deliver the best product at a great price.
What to expect when purchasing a replacement battery for your hybrid
The process for purchasing a battery for your GLC 350e can include a few surprises:
- Core Charges – A “core charge” is where a vendor charges you a fee as collateral until you send them the part that you are replacing, in this case the battery pack. It is not unusual to see a core charge be the same price as your used battery, typically around $1000-3000.
- Shipping Charges – Batteries are heavy! You can’t exactly toss one in the mailbox. Some vendors will include the cost of batteries in your purchase. Others may charge you anywhere from $100 to $300 to ship. You may also be assessed an additional charge to deliver to a residential address.
- Packaging – If you need to ship your battery to a vendor, you may want to consider the cost of packaging. Typically if you are returning a core, you can simply put your old battery in the same packaging that your replacement battery came in, and ship it back. Be extra careful when packing your battery as most vendors require a core battery to be able to be refurbished, and you may not receive back your core charge if the battery is damaged in transit.
Mercedes GLC 350e Owners Manual
Mercedes publishes all owners manuals digitally for both current vehicles and past vehicles alike. It is a great resource for all aspects of operating and maintaining your Mercedes. They make it easy to search by Year / Make / Model:
Mercedes Digital Owners Manuals (US)
For physical owners manuals to carry with your Mercedes, you might consider the following sources:
- 2020 Mercedes GLC 350e Hybrid Owner’s Manual (eBay)
- 2019 Mercedes GLC 350e Hybrid Owner’s Manual (Amazon, eBay)
- 2018 Mercedes GLC 350e Hybrid Owner’s Manual (eBay)
- 2017 Mercedes GLC 350e Hybrid Owner’s Manual (eBay)
Join a Mercedes GLC Community
Find online community members who also enjoy the Mercedes GLC 350e by checking out a forum or online group:
MBWorld.com / Mercedes GLC Class – Official photo threads, VIN checks, buyers guide information and a whole host of other information that will enhance the ownership of your Mercedes GLC.
GLCForums.com – A forum community dedicated to Mercedes Benz GLC owners and enthusiasts. Join the discussion about performance, reviews, troubleshooting, maintenance, modifications, classifieds, and more!
MercedesClub.org.uk / Hybrids – A MB forum hosted in the UK. Discussions related to Mercedes Electric Vehicles, EQ range and Hybrids only.
Reddit.com/r/Mercedes_Benz – The home of Mercedes-Benz on Reddit. A place for fans to meet, share, news and other interesting information about our beloved brand.