Used 2021 Mercedes Benz GLC AMG 43 4MATIC

Theres a specific kind of allure to a compact SUV that sheds its roof and keeps its teeth: the GLC 43 AMG Cabriolet does exactly that, wrapping AMGs performance sensibility in a surprisingly graceful convertible silhouette. From the aggressive grille and sculpted flanks to the taut softtop, it reads like a performance car that also knows how to behave on a sunny boulevard. The cloth roof folds neatly into the rear, preserving the coupelike lines when closed and delivering an airy, opentop experience when down. At the heart of the package sits a 3.0liter biturbo V6 tuned by AMG roughly 385 hp and strong midrange torque mated to a quickshifting 9speed automatic and Mercedes 4MATIC allwheel drive. The result is brisk, linear acceleration (060 mph in the mid4second neighborhood in realworld tests) with a chassis that feels composed rather than overwrought. AMGs suspension tuning, available adaptive damping and a wellsorted transmission give the GLC 43 a purposeful gait: it can hustle through sweepers with surprising composure for a convertible while remaining civilized on daily drives. Sound plays a big part of the experience: the engines burble and the AMGtuned exhaust note are calibrated to deliver drama without becoming intrusive especially delightful with the top down. Steering is direct for the class, brakes are confident, and the AWD system keeps traction honest when you push the limits or when the weather turns. Inside, the cabin blends luxury and sport: bolstered AMG seats, premium materials, and driverfocused controls make the cockpit feel special. Infotainment and tech are modern and well packaged, though rearseat space is best thought of as occasionaluse legroom and headroom are limited compared with the fixedroof GLC, and the trunk shrinks noticeably when the top is stowed. Those are familiar compromises for a convertible of this type.