Mercedes-Benz Teases New GLC with Classic Grille Reimagined

The Electric Mercedes-Benz GLC has had its grille teased and it’s pretty large.

Mercedes-Benz has released the first teaser image of the upcoming all-electric GLC, and it’s clear the brand is making a bold statement with its design direction. At the center of this transformation is the return of the classic large grille, reinterpreted for the electric era with sleek lines, cutting-edge materials, and illuminated accents.

For over a century, the chrome grille has been a defining feature of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, from legends like the 600 Pullman and W108 S-Class to modern luxury icons. The new GLC pays tribute to this heritage while embracing a forward-looking design language rooted in Sensual Purity.

Unlike the purely functional grilles of the combustion era, the new GLC’s front fascia turns into an illuminated work of art. Key highlights include:

According to Gorden Wagener, Chief Design Officer of Mercedes-Benz, “Our new iconic grille is not just a new front for the GLC; it redefines the face of our brand. It is the perfect fusion of lasting design codes reinterpreted for the future.”

The GLC has long been Mercedes-Benz’s best-selling model, and this all-electric version ushers in a new family of vehicles powered by MB.OS, the brand’s advanced operating system. Paired with EQ technology and a seamless MBUX Hyperscreen interior, the next-gen GLC promises an elevated blend of heritage, luxury, and innovation.

The world premiere of the all-new Mercedes-Benz GLC will take place at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich on September 7. Stay tuned as the brand sets a new benchmark for design and technology in the premium EV segment.