Mercedes GLK 2008 vs BMW X3 2007

 
Mercedes GLK
2008 - 2012
BMW X3
2007 - 2010
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 2.1 Diesel2.0 Diesel

Performance

Power: 170 HP177 HP
Torque: 400 NM350 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.8 seconds9.2 seconds
Mercedes GLK is more dynamic to drive.
Mercedes GLK engine produces 7 HP less power than BMW X3, but torque is 50 NM more than BMW X3. Despite less power, Mercedes GLK reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.96.7
Real fuel consumption: 7.9 l/100km8.0 l/100km
By specification Mercedes GLK consumes 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW X3, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes GLK could require 30 litres more fuel.
But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Mercedes GLK consumes 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW X3.
Fuel tank capacity: 66 litres67 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 950 km in combined cycle1000 km in combined cycle
830 km with real consumption830 km with real consumption
BMW X3 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.

Drive type

Wheel drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Ground clearance: 201 mm (7.9 inches)201 mm (7.9 inches)

Dimensions

Length: 4.52 m4.57 m
Width: 1.86 m1.85 m
Height: 1.70 m1.67 m
Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes GLK is 5 cm shorter than the BMW X3, 1 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes GLK is 3 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 450 litres480 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1550 litres1560 litres
BMW X3 has more luggage space.
Mercedes GLK has 30 litres less trunk space than the BMW X3. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW X3 (by 10 litres).
Turning diameter: 11.5 meters12 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes GLK is 0.5 metres less than that of the BMW X3, which means Mercedes GLK can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 2`5002`265
Safety:
Quality:
above average

above average
Mercedes GLK has slightly fewer faults.
Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for BMW X3, so Mercedes GLK quality could be a bit better.
Average price (€): no data6800
Pros and Cons: Mercedes GLK has
  • higher safety
BMW X3 has
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • roomier boot
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