2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC Scores a Top Safety Pick+ Award

It’s the highest award from IIHS.

Although the Mercedes-Benz GLC was introduced in the 2016 model year, it’s the first time the luxury crossover has undergone all IIHS evaluations. It received good ratings on all crashworthiness tests, has a superior-rated standard front crash prevention system, and available good- or acceptable-rated headlights.

In order to earn an IIHS Top Safety Pick+ award, a vehicle must have good ratings in all five crashworthiness tests, an advanced or superior rating for front crash prevention, and an acceptable or good headlight rating.

SEE ALSO: 2016 Mercedes GLC Review

The standard front crash prevention system on the Mercedes-Benz GLC avoided collisions in IIHS track tests at 12 mph and 25 mph. In addition, the optional curve-adaptive LED headlights earn a good rating, although the optional static LED headlights rate acceptable. The standard halogen lights received a marginal rating.

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