BMW X3 2024 vs Mercedes GLC 2022
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engines: | 1.6 - 3.0 | 1.5 - 3.0 | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 190 - 381 HP | 163 - 476 HP | |
| Torque: | 310 - 650 NM | 250 - 750 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.6 - 8.4 seconds | 3.5 - 8.9 seconds | |
| In general, Mercedes GLC are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than BMW X3. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 1.1 - 8.3 | 0.8 - 10.2 | |
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BMW X3 petrol engines consumes on average 0.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than Mercedes GLC. On average, BMW X3 equipped with diesel engines consume 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes GLC. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 208 - 216 mm (8.2 - 8.5 inches) | 194 - 300 mm (7.6 - 11.8 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW X3 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.76 m | 4.75 m | |
| Width: | 1.92 m | 1.92 m | |
| Height: | 1.66 m | 1.64 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. BMW X3 and Mercedes GLC are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 570 litres | 620 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1700 litres | 1680 litres | |
| BMW X3 has 50 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes GLC. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW X3 (by 20 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12.2 meters | 13 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW X3 is 0.8 metres less than that of the Mercedes GLC, which means BMW X3 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`559 kg | ~ 2`625 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`920 kg | ~ 2`010 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 639 kg | ~ 615 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
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| Average price (€): | 44 800 | no data | |
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