Mercedes-Benz

GLC 400 4MATIC with EQ Technology

Electric car · M1 · Updated 2026-08

Mercedes' electric mid-size SUV — a 94kWh battery, dual-motor 4MATIC AWD delivering 483hp, 800V architecture with up to 650km WLTP range and 330kW DC charging.

Mercedes-Benz GLC 400 4MATIC with EQ Technology — electric car Ireland 2026
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€81,804 Guide price inc. VAT
650km WLTP ~514km real-world
650WLTP range km94kWh battery
514Real range kmIrish conditions est.
330Max DC kWFast charging
4.0s0–100 km/hAcceleration
€81,804PriceInc. 23% VAT
€120Motor tax/yrLowest BEV band

⚙️ Technical specifications

Battery capacity94 kWh
WLTP range650 km
Real-world range (Ireland)~514 km
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)4.0s
Top speed210 km/h
Torque900 Nm
DrivetrainAWD
Max DC charge rate330 kW
Max AC charge rate11 kW
ConnectorsCCS · Type 2
Boot capacity570 L
Towing capacity2,000 kg
Seats5
Dimensions
Length4,845 mm
Width1,913 mm
Height1,644 mm
Battery warranty8 years / 160,000 km
CO₂ emissions0 g/km
🏁 WLTP range650km
🇮🇪 Real-world (Irish)~514km

Estimates based on mixed Irish motorway/urban driving. Actual range varies with speed, temperature, load and driving style.

Mercedes-Benz highlights

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Mercedes me Charge
Single account for 1M+ chargers globally — ESB, Ionity and more
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MBUX Hyperscreen (EQS)
Curved 141cm display spanning the full dashboard width
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EV-specific refinement
Active noise cancellation and aero-optimised body for cabin silence

💰 Irish pricing & incentives

List price (inc. 23% VAT)€81,804
Guide price€81,804

ℹ️ The SEAI Private Car Grant does not apply — list price exceeds the €50,000 grant threshold. Business buyers may still benefit from the BIK OMV deduction of €20,000 in 2026. Always verify at seai.ie.

Motor tax €120/yr Home charger grant €300 BIK OMV −€20,000 (2026)
Estimated annual running costs (15,000km)
Home/depot charging (€0.24/kWh)~€521
Public charging (€0.49/kWh avg)~€1,063
Motor tax€120/yr
Saving vs petrol equivalent (€1.8/L)~€2,179/yr
💡 Cost comparison: At an Electric Ireland night rate of €0.24/kWh, 15,000km of driving in the GLC costs approximately €521 in electricity — compared with ~€2,700 in petrol for an equivalent car.

🇮🇪 GLC on Irish routes

Based on estimated real-world Irish driving range (mixed motorway, regional and urban).

🛣️ Dublin → Cork 260km · M8
✅ Single charge — 254km remaining
🛤️ Dublin → Galway 220km · M6
✅ Single charge — 294km remaining
🏝️ Dublin → Kerry 310km · M7/N21
✅ Single charge — 204km remaining
🌊 Dublin → Donegal 260km · N2/N14
✅ Single charge — 254km remaining
🔄 Cork → Dublin (return) 520km · Round trip
⚡ One rapid charge stop needed
🏠 Daily commute (avg) 50km · /day
✅ 10+ days between home charges

Based on ~514km estimated real-world range. Actual range varies with load, speed and conditions.

👥 Is the GLC right for you?

First-time EV buyer✅ Excellent choice
Family with children✅ 5 seats, 570L boot
Daily commuter (<100km)✅ Perfect
Intercity driving✅ Dublin–Cork on one charge
Towing (trailer/caravan)✅ Up to 2,000kg
Private buyer (SEAI grant)⚠️ Check eligibility at seai.ie
Company car / BIK saving⚠️ High-value car — check BIK basis with your accountant
AWD / off-road capability✅ AWD model
💡 Best for: Premium mid-size electric SUV.

⚡ Charging guide

🏠 7.4kW home wallbox (0–100%)~13h
🏠 11kW three-phase (0–100%)~9h
⚡ 50kW ESB ecars DC (10–80%)~79min
🚀 330kW DC ultra-fast (10–80%)~12min
Connectors (DC)CCS
Connectors (AC)Type 2
🔌 Irish networks: Compatible with ESB ecars, Ionity, EZO, Circle K and Applegreen via CCS. Mercedes me Charge provides access to 1,000,000+ chargers globally via a single account.

Mercedes me Charge gives EQ owners a single account for 1,000,000+ public chargers across Europe, including all major Irish networks. The EQS and EQE support 200kW+ DC ultra-rapid charging at Ionity stations.

📐 Dimensions & practicality

Length4,845 mm
Width1,913 mm
Height1,644 mm
Boot capacity570 L
Towing (braked)2,000 kg
Seats5
Battery warranty8 years / 160,000 km
🔋 Battery warranty: 8 years / 160,000 km. Manufacturer covers against capacity loss below 70%.

❓ Frequently asked questions — Mercedes-Benz GLC 400 4MATIC with EQ Technology

The Mercedes-Benz GLC 400 4MATIC with EQ Technology has an Irish list price of €81,804 (including 23% VAT). Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer and verify grant eligibility at seai.ie.
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 400 4MATIC with EQ Technology has a WLTP official range of 650km. In real-world Irish conditions — motorway speeds, Irish temperatures and typical mixed urban/rural driving — expect approximately 514km per charge. This is sufficient for Dublin to Cork (260km) on a single charge.
Yes. Company car drivers benefit from the BIK (Benefit in Kind) OMV deduction of €20,000 in 2026, significantly reducing taxable BIK on EVs. Combined with zero motor tax (€120/yr) and lower fuel costs versus petrol, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 400 4MATIC with EQ Technology is one of the most tax-efficient company cars in Ireland.
At 15,000km per year: home charging at a €0.24/kWh night rate costs approximately €521. Public charging at €0.49/kWh costs approximately €1,063. Add €120 motor tax. Compare to approximately €2,700 in petrol for an equivalent combustion car.
Mercedes uses "EQ" as its electric sub-brand. The EQS (S-Class equivalent) and EQE (E-Class equivalent) use the dedicated EVA2 platform with 200kW+ DC charging. The EQA and EQB are based on converted ICE platforms with lower DC charging speeds (100kW max). For fastest charging, EQS and EQE are the strongest performers.
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 400 4MATIC with EQ Technology supports up to 330kW DC and 11kW AC charging. At a 7.4kW home wallbox, a full charge takes approximately 13 hours. At a 50kW ESB ecars rapid charger, 10–80% takes around 79 minutes. At the maximum 330kW DC rate, 10–80% takes approximately 12 minutes.
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 400 4MATIC with EQ Technology uses CCS (DC fast charging) and Type 2 (AC), compatible with all major Irish networks including ESB ecars, Ionity, EZO, Circle K and Applegreen.
Motor tax for the Mercedes-Benz GLC 400 4MATIC with EQ Technology is €120 per year — the lowest available band in Ireland (A1, 0g/km CO₂). All battery electric vehicles registered as private cars qualify for this rate, compared to €280–€700+/year for an equivalent petrol or diesel car.

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