I’ve always preferred the non sport package models (for pretty much every car brand) because they just look more elegant. In my opinion, the only time when car manufacturers really knew how to make great looking sport packages for their models was the 2000’s, because, even though the cars looked more sporty, they weren’t overly aggressive or complicated, like nowadays.

@basboerboom9328

2 жыл бұрын

And every sporty car has the same lower bumper nowadays..

To be honest, I like the design of this "refreshed" GLC because of the fact that it is not too crazy in terms fo design. While it is refreshing to see car makers go out on a limb and create quirky, and interesting cars from a design perspective, but when designing luxury cars, there is a certaing a simplicity and elegance that is expected in brands such as German manufacturers. There is a lot that can be learned from Genesis in designing imposing and striking cars in terms of their design, but also being elegant. The new GLC is a wonderfully designed car while their electric cars, I believe they are falling short on. With that being said. I am curious to see how Genesis continues to improve their design.

@ereinaldy20

2 жыл бұрын

agree.. GLC was well design..

That's where I have to hand it to BMW for trying new things. Both Audi and Mercedes just always look the same nowadays.

@PQV-8898

2 жыл бұрын

100% agree.

@godlynt1359

2 жыл бұрын

yes BMW is trying new things. but it not really going well. More people prefer the previous generation BMW with the small grills

@richardlabeja

2 жыл бұрын

Their new designs are still selling, and to new customers too. They have a diverse range of models, some edgy, some more conservative.

@godlynt1359

2 жыл бұрын

@@richardlabeja i didnt say their not selling. But im saying that their new models are not as likeable as their old ones

@pauldoodnath

2 жыл бұрын

@@godlynt1359 and rightfully so, the new ones with the pig noses are fugly

The biggest change in the interior is probably the fact that almost all materials beneath the upper dashboard are made of cheap hard plastics now. This is unheard of in this price range. Also none of the extra 6 cm in length made it into the cabin. The space available is exactly the same except for the front row, where you have slightly less head and legroom as before.

@godlynt1359

2 жыл бұрын

we had a c class 2017. The plastic has always been there on the lower parts of the door. Its nothing new

@mart_en

2 жыл бұрын

@@godlynt1359 The c-class of 2017 had soft touch surfaces on the doors, the middle console, the area beneath the dashboard and the gloves compartment. All this is hard pack material now in the latest c-class as well as in the new GLC. The only soft surfaces in the interior remaining are the upper parts of the dashboard and the doors. Everything else is hard plastics like in a VW Golf ...

@godlynt1359

2 жыл бұрын

@@mart_en this is nothing like a golf. The golf does not have leather on the dash or the doors. If u look at pictured u can see that the 2017 model dont have leather on the lower part of the door. I have personally seen it.

@mart_en

2 жыл бұрын

@@godlynt1359 I am not comparing it to a Golf in general. My only point was that there has been a dramatic downgrade in the quality of most surfaces. What used to be soft touch materials are now made out of hard plastics. And that is the similarity to the Golf, in both models are only the upper part of the doors and the upper dashboard soft touch.

@amirrezamojtahedzadeh7167

2 жыл бұрын

Favorite glc was spot on

You are absolutely right about the 2016 GLC.

I'm alright with the front, but the rear just looks like its melting. Outgoing GLC is my favorite, looks very Mercedes and is both elegant and aggressive.

@Ykir201

2 жыл бұрын

Agree

I thought having a uniform design would be better for brand recognition and style too but this is making me question it.

@barbarusbloodshed6347

2 жыл бұрын

yeah, nah... best is to have elements that you can use on every car, but design all the rest differently from each model to model...

Mercedes dropping the balls on cylinders and engines makes Lexus look good actually. 😂 Until you realize that Mercedes still offers way more power and refinement.

@marantamil459

2 жыл бұрын

Refinement????

@torezgermy2

2 жыл бұрын

@@marantamil459 lol

@bryans2790

2 жыл бұрын

Refinement?? Wtf are you kidding.

@imnotusingmyrealname4566

2 жыл бұрын

@Bryan S It's a Mercedes-Benz that isn't entry level. Besides that scrubbing issue with LHD versions there shouldn't be any refinement issues.

Your content is amazing for any graphic designer, even those who don't care about cars. Your arguments regarding proportions, textures, colors and the way lines and elements mix together can be perfectly applied to almost anything creative. Absolutely adorable kitten :D !

The new GLC looks SO much better than the 2020 version. You’re the first one to state otherwise ö

@ereinaldy20

2 жыл бұрын

I agree with you, on other channels a lot of compliments are given to the latest GLC. this is the first time I've seen a dislike comment for the new GLC design

@Carfan678

2 жыл бұрын

I actually agree I think the rear end is a huge upgrade personally the old one looks way cheaper now in that aspect

I go with you for the 2016. Its the most beautiful design for the GLC. 😉 The one thing i don't agree with you is that chrome has to be blacked in any cases. I think it depends on what color the car has. Dark colours especially blue and black look gorgeous with chrome.

5:50 The biggest difference in the comparison of the old and new model are the larger overhangs in the front and rear and not so much the shoulder line.

@Bembli

2 жыл бұрын

Overhangs are only .6 of an inch longer in the front and about an inch in the rear. Camera lenses play a role in depth perception and perspective as well.

@mart_en

2 жыл бұрын

@@Bembli Unfortunately I can't count in inches but if the total length grew by 6 cm the wheelbase however only by 1,5 cm, it's apparent that the overhangs grew by 4,5 cm. That's nearly 2 inches I suppose. But you are right in general, camera angles can be deceptive.

7:46 the kitten playing with the diffuser 😂

The old version had the now-classic Mercedes wagon glasshouse: straight at the bottom, with a D pillar sloping down and thinner at the bottom. It was a very distinctive MB look, and while it's fine that they wanted to try a new look, the new D pillar area is terribly generic.

That center screen would drive me nuts!

I feel like the cheaper brands have been giving us more exciting designs.

@ByoungTwentyGo

Жыл бұрын

I agree, especially hyundai and kia.

I have a 2020 GLC and I do agree that the 2016 external design was more consistent. However its info screen was hideous with ultrathick bezels, so I like the 2020 interior more. The 2023 one is externally ok, a slight step back imo with the weaker looking side design. But, I do have concerns with the interior, the asymmetrical info screen and no button approach. All in all, I probably will not renew my lease for a 2023 GLC.

I have the 2022. Thanks for your side by side comparison. The new version looks more station wagon-y and less SUV.

7:45 this cat looks cute catching steam 🥺 and great video as always 😁

I think the refreshed GLC of the current generation has the better design. The connecting headlights makes it look like a Mercedes that wants to a BMW lol

The grill looks like it's straight from their EQ EVs. What the hell?

Of the three models you mentioned in the video, 2022 GLC w/ AMG Line Package is my favorite. I think the 2016-2022 GLC has a very classic rear wheel drive proportion with elegant lines. Most of the 2016-2019 GLC I see on the road have halogen lamps the standard 5-spoke wheels. Those looked a bit droopy and pedestrian to me. The 2020-2022 refreshed model modernized both the front and rear end, and the AMG line adds the starry grille and multi-spoke wheels, taking the elegance to a new level. I drive a 2018 Q5. I think it looks better than the 2016-2019 GLC. But when parked next to the refreshed GLC, I always think the GLC looks slightly bigger, more mature and more luxurious. The 2023 model blends in some EQ line design languages all the way around. Updated design? Sure. More elegant? I don’t think so. With the added dimension and what seems to be a bigger front overhang, the cab-rearward look isn’t as strong as previous model. With shoulder line gone, the side profile looks less athletic and a bit boring. The rear end also looks less unique than before, so it’s a meh for me. On the interior, I personally prefer the nav screen to be placed high as in the previous model, and with physical buttons below for a much easier operation while driving. Unfortunately the 2023 model went the other direction. Also that screen’s slight angle totally looks like a manufacturing defect. Functionally this may be better, but aesthetically speaking, this is a fail.

Glad we're in a time where even two generation old designs can compete with the new one. In many cases i'm seeing people prefer outgoing models. Clear to see that car design is at a place of maturity

9:04 The EQE and EQS have quite different taillights tho. It looks very much like a C E or S class.

So the non amg has a more traditionally shaped grill when compared to the AMG, which has the flipped grill. I guess to show that the AMG is more aggressive/angry. The angled center display would drive my OCD crazy lol. It almost makes the center console between the seats look like it's not centered. I'll take the 2022 exterior with the 2020 interior lol.

The 2016 model is also my favorite among all of these, and one of my favorite SUVs, at least in terms of looks. Also, I didn't thank you in my previous comment for your creative tips so.. thank you very much for providing such high quality lessons for free! And they are lessons without any doubt, for obvious reasons ;)

I remember when premium German cars looked elegant.

@Sean-me4fv

2 жыл бұрын

The BMW 5 series looks elegant.

I have 2021 for 7 months now. Great car and I love the look and the interior with all the hard buttons. Also, it has more space to put things and I put in a wireless charging and apple car play box so all is wireless to me now. I love that the new one is bigger, but I think 2021 is better for me and I would not replace it for the new one.

u mentioned the volume and climate. The volume is on the steering wheel so you dont have to use the screen. And the climate controls is fixed on the lower parts of the screen.

I also prefer the non-AMG version of 2023 model, although I'll need to check that also in different car colors. I drive the exact GLC that you showed at the end of the video - grey 2016 AMG version and I'm happy with its looks. I would prefer to have the 2020 interior and 2023 boot space and panoramic roof. And a hybrid model with 100km range sounds really good to me

I used to have a 2011 GLK 350, which I actually bought in 2011. I loved the angular design and shapes of it. But 2 months ago it was lost in an accident and I decided to move on. Initially, I wanted to buy a newer GLK 350 from 2015 because I just loved this design, but I decided to buy a 2018 GLC AMG 43. And when I saw the car in real life it just looked right. Although the lines are much smoother than in GLK, GLC somehow looks more luxurious and serious. Love this new GLC so far.

You are absolutely right about your submission…the 2016 Glc full package design is the one to beat

Thanks for the great review, I’m with you love the knobs

I bought the refreshed GLC before the new 2023 came out. Preferred it to the new one, especially the center console as well as the fact that it still has physical buttons for the volume and climate control as you pointed out. I have the AMG package and love the the external visuals. Just stunning all around.

Will you make a video about the Mercedes AMG One (maybe even a design battle between it and the Aston Martin Valkyrie)?

Mercedes is doing a few steps backwards... as BMW is doing as well... that happens when you found your best design and then someone says "Now you gotta make a new one"... both, BMW and Mercedes had found their stride around 2014.... talking about the design, that is... and now they have to come up with something better and can't. And they shouldn't. They should take a note from Porsche's book and do it like Porsche evolves the 911. Don't try to re-invent a great shape, just make small adjustments to make it better over time.

@markm4123

2 жыл бұрын

the problem is that every bmw looks different but every merc looks the same. bmw has design traits that they can modify and design differently on their range. mercedes design traits are too restrictive, leave them not much to do differently across their range

@Carfan678

2 жыл бұрын

No matter what nobody will be happy as ur saying to upgrade the looks even less when more than half the comments saying it hasn’t changed enough

@MDKN22

2 жыл бұрын

The 911 looks dated already, IMHO.

@richardohaletse7396

2 жыл бұрын

Can't mimick a 911 design, just a different product altogether

Hey, this may not be related to this video but can you review the design of 1991 nissan a31 cefiro. I own one at the moment but it seems to be awkward to modify since the lines and proportions seem weird. I think design wise there is something funky about the car but cant put a finger on what. 🤔

mercedes new headlight and taillights look like someone just took a jpeg of a light and just pasted it onto the car with a sticker. They don't integrate with the shape of the car with lines or chamfers in any way which is dissapointing

I have a 2018 glc 43 and I love it. I think it looks better than the 2020 body style but not as good as the 2023 I think the 23 looks pretty sick imo especially the interior, only major thing I'm not to fond of is the new headrest design I don't like that cheap plastic look.

Hiii Bembli! Excellent review! Can you review the new gla and would you say your prefer the 2023 gla or 2023 X1? Looking forward to your response!

The volume knob wasn’t removed. It’s on right side of the strip of buttons below the screen.

I love your videos I am looking at the GlC 300 with and without the AMG line can that front Grill be Blacked out I would go for that without the amg line

I bought the 2021 brand new GLC 43 last year in October as I don't like the new design. I knew the new version would have less prominent lines. MB is following BMW in some aspects of the exterior design like the rear part of window curving upward... Wrong move in my opinion, also removing side lines in the middle where the doors are...

Agree completely, the 2016 is the better looking one. Especially the sport version. My mom had one, white on dark brown. Very nice interior as well.

I am glad you like the 2016 model since I own one in blue.

2020 is the perfect balance of both. I need my ambient light and digital dash.

Hi Mr.Bembli hope you doing well.. what do you think about the Cupra Formentor design?

Ironic how I got a GLC ad right after this video 😅 Also, you're right on with volume and climate controls remaining as physical buttons. All other functions, I'm okay with being tough sensitive. Just feels like everyone's interior becoming a large tablet like Tesla.

Do agree Mercedes is getting a bit lazy in the styling department. The previous one is beautiful design, quite classic, simple. Not sure I dig the new one, will surely have to see it in person.

cant wait for the GLC coupe. suv coupes are my favourite segment and i think mercedes does them the best

Park that 2016 next to a 2023 model...you will regret staying behind

I prefer the 2016 model too!

Its not only the rumble of the v8 but also the torque

Is the greenhouse of the EQC and new GLC identical?

Love your approach and how granular you get with analysing and critiquing design decisions. I own the 2020 GLC 300 (AMG Premium Plus) and I love it. I agree on the beefier stance of the 2016, but not entirely sure about the excessive tilt of the front graphics and how there is a narrow slice almost like a stoke meeting with the center part. I am pretty happy with 2020 and the updated front and back graphics -love the squares when illuminated at the back. 2023 looks good but I feel it has lost the beefyness if you get me. Much more intricate and thin parts/shapes for my liking. Also don't get me on the unibrow lights bar - other than added affordance when someone is breaking in front of you , I don't think it offers more than hopping onto the trend bandwagon. And to only think that it was probably KIA or Honda with the Civic that they adopted the unibrow. What is your take as a professional on this actually? Would love to hear more. Finally, the interior. This is actually a step back with regards to materials and perception of luxury. I have sat inside mostly all the new line of Mercedes and it is sad to admit but cutting costs has made the cars look really cheap. Capacitive controls on the steerign wheel and doors its just out of this world for Mercedes IMHO. My 2020 has the black open pore wood and it looks and feel so good compared to the scratchy plastic. Anyways, thanks again nd keep it up!

Finally! But now I'm waiting for the coupe version. I may have the GLC Coupe phev on my list for a next vehicle.

Excellent analyse! Très bien! Very good!

the 2016's benz designs are so great

Hi, Could you analyze some new Opels or Peugeots?

The glc concept looked so much better with the aggressive headlights

I would def get a 2016-2019 GLC (maybe the AMG43 version cause I want a lil extra power) lol

I’m 6 months into owning my 22’ GLC 43 AMG 👏🏻 I think it’s a great mid size SUV but I’m not sold on the new model yet, there’s just something I don’t like

Rear 3 quarter shoulderline looks like the X3

So we’re not gonna talk about the absolutely adorable cat??

I prefer the avant-garde trim. I do like the chrome. I like the grill better and also the rims.

You can not compare the amg line with the avantgarde the 2016 glc has also the "A" grill in the amg line

Totally agree, the 2016 model is the best looking generation of the GLC.

Exactly! the 2016 is so much better looking!

LMAO the GLC 300 is only 0.3 seconds slower than the RX 500h F Sport Performance. Lexus is just so mediocre.

the glc peaked with the 2019 prefacelift 63

Joining the lights into the grill reminds me of the Toyota Corolla Cross...

Interior its cool

Mercedes lost their mind in 2017, coming out with bs touch buttons knowing it's cheaper and then talk about it's targeting our digital age of customers. I'm in that category but that move is bull crap

I have a 2018 GLC 300; love it, but I need Apple CarPlay.

They specifically said that they didn’t need to fix what absolutely isn’t broken. Why needlessly change something nice?

The 2023 and 2019-2023 GLC on a macro level look the same!!! It is going to be difficult for MB to get people to trade in their old GLC for a new GLC because the differences are not great enough to the average consumer!!!

As you said, the non-amg version looks cleaner and the lower graphics makes it look like a proper suv to me and not some wannabe sports car suv

That era is not over its in our hands to keep the v 8 no matter what...

You can change volume on steering wheel...

@dmytrogarastovych7684

2 жыл бұрын

Knob is more convenient imo, at least in 2016 GLC, but I hate that the passenger can also use the knob

0:39 that's a mustache

I think an easy solution for the lack of volume knobs (which I hate as well) would be to implement some sort of shortcuts with multiple fingers, for example, if you slide 3 fingers up anywhere in the screen at any time and menu location it would up the volume and if you slide down it would lower it

Why not compare Amg lines, old and new?

Lmao the non amg package has also the smiley grill

I do like how they removed some fake grille space

I much prefer the non amg version. I own a 2018 GLC and love it but the 23 is making me think.

For me looks the design with more straight lines similar to BMW , that ok!

I like the front end of the new one way better tbh

I would take 2016 in AMG pack with 2020 interior.

2021 GLC w/ AMG package for me is the best looking gen ever

The styling changes are obvious even without a direct comparison. What are you talking about?

2016 was a georgeus vehicle.

Who else likes the looks of the base model?

Can You do a Video about all Skyline GTRs the r32,r33,34 ?

Right now I think it's a phase they are learning through but things will get better with their designs

wow the centre console really drove my ocd through the roof

this review would be less confusing and a better comparison if you just compared non-AMG 2020 to non-AMG 2023. then at the end you could show the AMG.

you have 2 physical buttons for the volume in this car...

Center screen IS centret in real!!! Your pics are faulty angeled..... my new GLC is total centret in that scrfeen

It looks like a jacked up estate

Mercedes can do no wrong in my book some of the best looking cars in the road in my opinion👏🏾

@bryans2790

2 жыл бұрын

Are you blind mate? Their designs are dull and boring!!

@SirCentex

2 жыл бұрын

@@bryans2790 But then BMW or Lexus makes “bold and edgy” and everyone complains… Mercedes designs always age well maybe that’s boring but I’ll take that any day