Mercedes GLC 2022 vs BMW X3 2024
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: | 1.5 - 3.0 | 1.6 - 3.0 | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 163 - 476 HP | 190 - 381 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 - 750 NM | 310 - 650 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 3.5 - 8.9 seconds | 4.6 - 8.4 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): | 0.8 - 10.2 | 1.1 - 8.3 | |
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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 less 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: | 194 - 300 mm (7.6 - 11.8 inches) | 208 - 216 mm (8.2 - 8.5 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: | 4.75 m | 4.76 m | |
| Width: | 1.92 m | 1.92 m | |
| Height: | 1.64 m | 1.66 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes GLC and BMW X3 are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 620 litres | 570 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1680 litres | 1700 litres | |
| Mercedes GLC has 50 litres more trunk space than the BMW X3. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW X3 (by 20 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 13 meters | 12.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes GLC is 0.8 metres more than that of the BMW X3, which means Mercedes GLC can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`625 kg | ~ 2`559 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 2`010 kg | ~ 1`920 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 615 kg | ~ 639 kg | |
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