Mercedes GLC 2019 vs BMW X3 2017
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| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engines: | 2.0 - 4.0 | 2.0 - 3.0 | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 163 - 510 HP | 184 - 382 HP | |
| Torque: | 320 - 700 NM | 290 - 700 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 3.8 - 8.9 seconds | 4.8 - 8.3 seconds | |
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Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 1.9 - 12.3 | 5.4 - 10.2 | |
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Mercedes GLC petrol engines consumes on average 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than BMW X3. On average, Mercedes GLC equipped with diesel engines consume 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW X3. 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: | 128 - 168 mm (5 - 6.6 inches) | 204 mm (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: | 4.73 m | 4.71 m | |
| Width: | 1.89 m | 1.89 m | |
| Height: | 1.60 m | 1.68 m | |
| Mercedes GLC is 2 cm longer than the BMW X3, width is practically the same , while the height of Mercedes GLC is 8 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | 550 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1400 litres | 1600 litres | |
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BMW X3 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Mercedes GLC uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW X3 (by 200 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.8 meters | 12.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes GLC is 0.3 metres less than that of the BMW X3. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`520 kg | ~ 2`486 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`835 kg | ~ 1`868 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 685 kg | ~ 618 kg | |
| Mercedes GLC load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 10 procentiem more than BMW X3. Therefore, Mercedes GLC is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | high | average | |
| Average price (€): | 34 600 | 25 200 | |
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