Compare the BMW X3 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC
AI generated from our expert reviews
Choosing between the BMW X3 and the Mercedes-Benz GLC comes down to how you balance passenger space and carrying capacity. The Mercedes-Benz GLC beats the BMW X3 for petrol and diesel boot capacity, and its rear bench offers superior head- and legroom for passengers to stretch out. In contrast, the BMW X3 has only average room in the back. Both models feature a hump in the floor that limits foot space for middle-seat occupants. Inside the cabin, each car looks the part, but both also disappoint in places with scratchy or cheap plastics at everyday touchpoints.
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Compare the specs
Standard kit
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Android Auto
Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Apple CarPlay
Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Heated seats
Warms the seat itself on cold mornings.
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Parking Sensors
Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
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Android Auto
Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Apple CarPlay
Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Climate control
Automatically keeps the cabin at a set temperature, rather than a manual heater dial.
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Heated seats
Warms the seat itself on cold mornings.
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Leather seats
Leather (or leather-look) seat upholstery instead of cloth.
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Navigation
Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
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Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
Key information
| Body type SUVs | Body type SUVs |
| Available fuel types Petrol | Available fuel types Diesel |
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Boot space, seats up 570 litres (4 suitcases) | Boot space, seats up 620 litres (5+ suitcases) Best |
| Boot space, seats down 1,700 litres Best | Boot space, seats down 1,680 litres |
| External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,755 mm x 1,920 mm x 1,660 mm | External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,716 mm x 1,920 mm x ?? mm |
| Towing capacity 2,400 kg | Towing capacity 2,500 kg Best |
| First year tax rate £1,410 | First year tax rate £560 Best |
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Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
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Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
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| Drive type Four wheel drive | Drive type Four wheel drive |
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Drivetrain & power
| Engine name 20 xDrive Step Auto | Engine name GLC 220d 4Matic 9G-Tronic |
| Engine size 2.0 L Petrol • 208 BHP | Engine size 2.0 L Diesel • 197 BHP |
| Body type SUVs | Body type SUVs |
| Fuel type Petrol | Fuel type Diesel |
| Transmission Automatic | Transmission Automatic |
| Drive type Four wheel drive | Drive type Four wheel drive |
| Forward gears 8 | Forward gears 9 |
| Acceleration 7.8 s (0-60 mph) Best | Acceleration 8.0 s (0-60 mph) |
Dimensions & space
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Number of doors 5 | Number of doors 5 |
| Boot (seats up) 570 litres | Boot (seats up) 620 litres Best |
| Boot (seats down) 1,700 litres Best | Boot (seats down) 1,680 litres |
| Length 4,755 mm | Length 4,716 mm |
| Width 1,920 mm | Width 1,920 mm |
| Height 1,660 mm | Height — |
| Wheelbase 2.87 m | Wheelbase 2.89 m |
| Turning circle 12.2 m | Turning circle 11.8 m |
Full features list
*Please contact the dealer for a personalised quote, including terms and conditions. Quote is subject to dealer requirements, including status and availability. Illustrations are based on personal contract hire, 9 month upfront fee, 48 month term and 8000 miles annually, VAT included.