The high-powered variant is locally assembled and has been priced on-the-road with sales tax exemption and without insurance at RM498,723.
The GLC 43 4MATIC Coupé is powered by a 3.0-litre (2,996cc) twin-turbo V6 engine producing 390hp from 5,500 to 6,100rpm and 520Nm of torque from 2,500 to 5,000rpm.
With a 9G (nine-speed) automatic transmission, 0 to 100kph is dispatched in 4.9 seconds before reaching an electronically limited top speed of 250kph.
Owners are able to choose one of five drive programmes that include Slippery, Comfort, Sport, Sport+ and Individual.
Power sent to the 4MATIC all-wheel-drive system has a front and rear torque distribution of 31 to 69%.
Externally, the GLC 43 4MATIC Coupé comes fitted as standard with the AMG Night package, exterior chrome package,
Lighting comes from the multi-beam LED headlights, with Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus, power-folding exterior mirrors and 21-inch five twin-spoke AMG lightweight wheels with 255/40 series tyres.
The suspension uses the AMG Ride Control+ system that's based on the Air Ride Body Control air suspension system that mixes its abilities with the AMG-specific Adaptive Damping System (ADS PLUS) to help boost its handling prowess.
Inside, the cabin features keyless-entry with push-start button and remote engine start as well as powered front sports seats with memory function and heating as well as a 12.3-inch instrument cluster.
The seats are wrapped in a combination of black Artico man-made leather and Dinamica microfibre with red stitching.
The multi-function AMG flat-bottom steering wheel is wrapped in semi-perforated Nappa leather and microfibre with touch controls and paddle shifters.
The cabin is finally accented by red seat belts and black open-pore ash wood trim for that touch of sophistication.
For comfort and convenience, this German performance SUV comes equipped with a sliding sunroof, wireless charging and dual-zone automatic climate controls.
Auto-dimming interior and driver's side exterior mirrors, as well as illuminated AMG front door sill panels and AMG floor mats, complete the list of goodies.
Entertainment comes from the Burmester surround sound system with a 10.25-inch touchscreen display that provides Bluetooth connectivity, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, hard-disc navigation system, MBUX Multimedia system, Media Display, "Mercedes me" connect and Mercedes-Benz emergency call system.
For safety, the GLC 43 4MATIC Coupé comes equipped with a 360-degree camera system, active parking assist with Parktronic, adaptive brake lights, driving assistance package, hands-free operation tailgate, seven airbags, Pre-safe system, Tirefit, and a tyre pressure monitoring system among others.
