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Compare BMW X3 M vs Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 SUV

BMW X3 M
2020 BMW X3 M
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$69,900
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.9
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Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 SUV
2020 Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 SUV
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$59,500
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.9
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Overview

Engine
3.0-liter Twin-Turbo Inline-6 Gas
Engine
3.0-liter Twin-Turbo V6 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 14 MPG
Hwy: 19 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 18 MPG
Hwy: 24 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.2 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater

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BMW X3 M
2020 BMW X3 M Rear Angle View
2020 BMW X3 M Dashboard
54
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Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 SUV
Rear Angle View
Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
3.0-liter Twin-Turbo Inline-6 Gas
3.0-liter Twin-Turbo V6 Gas
Horsepower
473 hp @ 5600 rpm
385 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque
442 lb-ft @ 2600 rpm
384 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
41.4 ft
38.2 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
20" x 9"
20" x 8.5"
Rear Wheel Size
20" x 10"
20" x 9.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Multi-Link
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P245/45ZR20
P255/45VR20
Rear Tire
P265/45ZR20
P285/40VR20
Spare Tire
Compact
N/A

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
16 MPG
21 MPG
City
14 MPG
18 MPG
Highway
19 MPG
24 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
11.1 Tons/yr
8.5 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
17.2 gallons
17.4 gallons
Cruising Range City
240.8 miles
313.2 miles
Cruising Range Highway
326.8 miles
417.6 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
186.2 in
183.5 in
Height
65.6 in
64.1 in
Max Width
74.7 in
74.4 in
Front Width
63.9 in
64.4 in
Rear Width
63.1 in
65 in
Wheelbase
112.8 in
113.1 in
Ground Clearance
8 in
6.7 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
40.4 in
40.8 in
Front Seat Headroom
41.1 in
41.9 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.6 in
57.3 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
36.4 in
37.3 in
Rear Seat Headroom
39.1 in
38.5 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
56 in
N/A

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,620 lbs
4,173 lbs

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
62.7 ft³
40.6 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
28.7 ft³
N/A
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
28.7 ft³
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

Alpine White
  • Black
  • Polar White

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Dark Graphite Metallic
  • Donington Grey Metallic
  • Phytonic Blue Metallic
  • Toronto Red Metallic
  • Sunstone Metallic, Priority 1
  • Brilliant Blue Metallic
  • Graphite Grey Metallic
  • Iridium Silver Metallic
  • Lunar Blue Metallic, Late availability.
  • Mojave Silver Metallic
  • Obsidian Black Metallic
  • Selenite Grey Metallic
  • designo Cardinal Red Metallic
  • designo Diamond White Metallic
  • designo Selenite Grey Magno

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black w/Contrast Stiching, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Oyster w/Contrast Stitch, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Black w/Red Stitching, MB-Tex/DINAMICA Upholstery

Optional Interior Materials

  • Adelaide Grey, Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
  • Black, Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
  • Ivory White, BMW Individual Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
  • Sakhir Orange/Black, Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
  • Tartufo, BMW Individual Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
  • Black w/Red Stitching, Leather Upholstery
  • Black, Leather Upholstery
  • Cranberry Red/Black, Leather Upholstery
  • Magma Grey/Black, Leather Upholstery
  • Saddle Brown/Black, Leather Upholstery
  • Silk Beige/Black, Leather Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Standard
Not Available
Premium Sound System
Standard
Optional
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Not Available
WiFi Hotspot
Optional
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Not Available
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Optional
Leather Seats
Standard
Optional
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Standard
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Optional
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Standard
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Optional

Comfort

Head-Up Display
Optional
Optional
Navigation System
Standard
Optional
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Liftgate
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Optional
Optional
Automatic Parking
Optional
Optional
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Optional
Optional
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Standard
Optional
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Standard
Heated Rear Seat(s)
Optional
Optional
Heated Steering Wheel
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Standard
Seat Memory
Standard
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Standard
Rear A/C
Standard
Optional
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Not Available
Optional
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Optional
Lane Keeping Assist
Not Available
Optional
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Maintenance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
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