The Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 Coupe is a sleek and stylish performance SUV capable of delivering a forceful shove with a wonderfully sonorous soundtrack, thanks to the romping 3.0-litre AMG V6 biturbo engine up front that delivers 367bhp and 520Nm of torque to all four wheels.

As an AMG-badged car, you also get all the AMG bits and bobs complementing the GLC 43's coupe-like proportions, like a more aggressive-looking AMG front apron, a chrome front splitter and a particularly handsome rear end. Inside the spacious interior, the sporty theme continues, with aggressive-looking details like red contrast stitching and the bright red seat belts.

More importantly, the GLC 43 performs incredibly well even as a regular SUV for the family - not crashy and overly aggressive as you would expect from an AMG-badged car. In its Comfort setting, the ride is magnificently pliant and forgiving. In Sport or Sport Plus mode, the throttle response is much sharper and the ride firms up, but not to the point of discomfort.

The GLC 43 certainly has enough driving dynamism befitting its AMG badge and feels nimble and sharp through corners with body roll kept in check thanks to the air suspension system. Whether it is space, pace or grace, the GLC 43 delivers on all fronts.