
When you get behind the wheel of the 2022 GLC, you're bound to expect premium comfort, a progressive interior, and dashing good looks. As evidenced by its high rankings by both the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), you can also count on a safe and secure ride.
At Mercedes-Benz of Lubbock, we want our drivers to feel as secure and confident as possible when on the road around Lubbock and Amarillo, TX, and in Oklahoma City, OK. To do so, our team has taken a look at the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC safety ratings and features. Continue reading to learn more!
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC NHTSA Rating
As part of the Department of Transportation, the NHTSA is tasked with writing and enforcing Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. To do so, the NHTSA conducts a variety of vehicle safety tests, which are then scored on a 5-star scale. The three main categories ranked by the NHTSA include:
Frontal Crash - Side Crash
- Rollover
The 2022 GLC impressed in each of these categories, scoring five stars in both Frontal Crash and Side Crash, and earning a 4-star rating for Rollover. The high ranking in these categories, as well as other subcategories, have earned the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC the highest possible score with a 5-star Overall Safety Rating!
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC IIHS Ranking
An independent organization funded by multiple auto insurance companies, the IIHS also measures the various safety standards found on today's vehicles. Depending on the category being measured, a vehicle's rating can range from Poor to Good, or from Basic to Superior.
When it comes to the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC, we're happy to report that it received Good ratings in every category in the Crashworthiness test, as well as Good and Superior ratings in the Crash Avoidance & Mitigation test.
With these high ratings, the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC was voted an IIHS 2022 TOP SAFETY PICK, a title reserved for some of the best performers.
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC Safety Features
We know the 2022 GLC performed well, but what exactly earned it such high ratings? We dug a little deeper to find out. First up are a number of passive features to help keep you covered on all sides. This includes an advanced system of seven air bags that offer 9-way occupant protection. These include:
- Dual 2-stage front air bags
- Combined thorax/pelvic front air bags
- Driver's knee air bag
- Side curtain air bags for both seating rows
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC also offers various standard and available active safety features to keep you feeling secure in real time. These include features like:
- Active Brake Assist
- Blind Spot Assist with Exit Warning Assist
- PARKTRONIC with Active Parking Assist
- Active Steering Assist
- Active Lane Keeping Assist
Also available is Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC cruise control, which helps you maintain a safe driving distance behind other vehicles by adapting your speed. You can also stay in touch with your surroundings with an available Surround View System.
Feel Safe and Sound in the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC
As evidenced by its high ratings and various available features, the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC has you covered as you cruise the streets of Lubbock and Amarillo, Texas, or even take a trip to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
If you're looking to try this premium SUV for yourself, you can schedule a test drive with us at Mercedes-Benz of Lubbock. Stop by, or get in contact with our team, to get started!