Mercedes GLC 250d 2016 review - pictures

It's based on the smaller C-Class and shares that car's diesel engine.

The old GLK was never sold on our shores as it was never converted to right-hand-drive - thankfully, the GLC doesn't suffer the same problem.

The car here is in racy AMG Line trim and costs £39,595.

The 2.1-litre diesel engine in this car is an old unit, and rather unrefined.

The GLC glides smoothly down the road, but optional air suspension is available for those who want the pillowy ride of an S-Class.

Inside, the GLC shares the C-Class' interior - which is no bad thing.

The nine-speed automatic gearbox in our car chooses its ratios to maximise fuel economy.

Space in the rear is decent for the class.