A used Mercedes GLC is the cheapest way into a well-built Mercedes SUV: Kelley Blue Book values a 2022 GLC 300 4MATIC at about $26,560 from a dealer, around half the $50,800 price of a new 2026 GLC 300. Our check of the NHTSA recall database shows the 2022 is also the GLC year with the fewest recalls.
Below are the best and worst years, current prices, and the checks to make before you buy.
Used Mercedes GLC: quick answer
- Best year: 2022, the last year of the first generation, with 2 NHTSA recall campaigns
- Years to avoid: 2020 (16 recalls) and 2023 (12 recalls, the first year of the new generation)
- Best newer pick: 2025, with 3 recalls so far
- Typical price: about $26,560 for a 2022 GLC 300 4MATIC (Kelley Blue Book)
Best and worst years for a used GLC 300
| Model year | GLC 300 recalls | Generation |
|---|---|---|
| 2016–2019 | 12 each | First GLC (X253) |
| 2020 | 16 | X253, facelift |
| 2021 | 9 | X253 |
| 2022 | 2 | X253, last year |
| 2023 | 12 | New generation (X254) |
| 2024 | 8 | X254 |
| 2025 | 3 | X254 |
Source: NHTSA recalls database, checked November 2026. Counts are recall campaigns that list each model and year.
Is a Mercedes GLC worth buying?
Yes, especially used. The GLC scores 74/100 in J.D. Power owner ratings, and Kelley Blue Book owners rate the 2022 GLC 300 4MATIC 3.9 out of 5, with 4.1 for reliability. Because it loses value quickly, a used Mercedes GLC gives you a lot of car for the money.
Used Mercedes GLC prices
| 2022 GLC 300 4MATIC | Value |
|---|---|
| Dealer (fair purchase price) | $26,560 |
| Private sale, excellent condition | $26,170 |
| Private sale, good condition | $24,770 |
| Trade-in, good condition | $20,210 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book, November 2026. Prices vary by mileage, options and location.
What year GLC 300 to avoid?
Based on recall counts, the 2020 and the 2023. The 2020 had a facelift and a new engine setup, and its recall count jumped to 16. The 2023 was all-new and had 12 recalls, against 2 for the 2022 model it replaced. If you want the newer design, a 2025 has had far fewer recalls so far.
What to check on a used Mercedes GLC
- Recalls: run the VIN on the NHTSA website and ask for proof that recall work was done.
- Service history: a used Mercedes GLC should have yearly or 10,000-mile services on record.
- Infotainment: test the screen, Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, and the cameras.
- Tires and brakes: GLC wheels and run-flat tires are expensive to replace.
- Warranty: a Certified Pre-Owned GLC adds an extended limited warranty.
Used GLC or used GLE?
A used GLE gives you more space and the best J.D. Power score in the range (80/100), but a 2021 GLE 350 costs about $29,900 against $26,560 for a 2022 GLC 300 4MATIC. See our used GLE buying guide and our GLC vs GLE comparison. For the new model, read our GLC 300 4MATIC guide.
Used Mercedes GLC FAQs
What is the best year for GLC?
The 2022, with only 2 recall campaigns, the fewest of any GLC 300 year.
Is the Mercedes GLC a good used car?
Yes. It holds up well, owners rate its reliability 4.1 out of 5 on Kelley Blue Book, and depreciation keeps prices low.
What year to avoid Mercedes GLC 300?
The 2020 (16 recalls) and the 2023 (12 recalls).
How much is a used Mercedes GLC?
About $26,560 from a dealer for a 2022 GLC 300 4MATIC, according to Kelley Blue Book.
Related reads
- Used Mercedes SUV Buying Guide: Best and Worst Years by Model
- Used Mercedes GLE: Best Years, Years to Avoid and Prices
- GLC 300 4MATIC: 2026 Price, Specs, Recalls and Is It Worth It?
- GLC vs GLE: 2026 Price, Size, Space and Which Mercedes to Buy
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