Mercedes GLC 2023 vs BMW X4 2021
| Comparing electrical vehicle (EV) with combustion engine (ICE) one is a complex task, but we are doing our best. | |||
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| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Hybrid | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Hybrid engines (Mercedes GLC) offer better fuel economy and lower emissions than petrol engines, especially in city driving with frequent stops. Petrol (BMW X4) engines, however, are typically less expensive to buy and maintain, and offer more consistent performance on highways. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 252 HP | 245 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 350 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.6 seconds | 6.6 seconds | |
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Mercedes GLC is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes GLC engine produces 7 HP more power than BMW X4, whereas torque is 50 NM more than BMW X4. Thanks to more power Mercedes GLC reaches 100 km/h speed 1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Consumption: | 0.6 l/100km + 21.3 kWh/100km | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 49 litres | 65 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 158 mm (6.2 inches) | 204 mm (8 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW X4 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. | |||
| BMW X4 2021 2.0 engine: Until 2015, engines used to have problems with the timing chain guides, which have been resolved over time. Other problems with this engine are the oil pump performance and its drive chain, as well as cracking ... More about BMW X4 2021 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.79 m | 4.75 m | |
| Width: | 1.92 m | 1.94 m | |
| Height: | 1.60 m | 1.62 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes GLC is 4 cm longer than the BMW X4, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes GLC is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 390 litres | 525 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1335 litres | 1430 litres | |
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BMW X4 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 X4 (by 95 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 12.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes GLC is 1.2 metres less than that of the BMW X4, which means Mercedes GLC can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`830 kg | 2`400 kg | |
| Net weight: | 2`310 kg | 1`815 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 520 kg | 585 kg | |
| Mercedes GLC load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 13 procentiem less than BMW X4. Therefore, BMW X4 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
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| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | no data | 47 800 | |
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