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Compare BMW X3 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class SUV

BMW X3
2022 BMW X3
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$43,700
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.8
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Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class SUV
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class SUV
Select configuration:
$43,850
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Overview

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 23 MPG
Hwy: 29 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 22 MPG
Hwy: 27 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.2 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater

Photos

BMW X3
Rear Angle View
Dashboard
30
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Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class SUV
2020-2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Rear Angle View
2020-2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque
258 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm
273 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,079 lbs
3,889 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
N/A
3,500 lbs

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
25 MPG
24 MPG
City
23 MPG
22 MPG
Highway
29 MPG
27 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
7.0 Tons/yr
7.4 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
17.2 gallons
17.4 gallons
Cruising Range City
395.6 miles
382.8 miles
Cruising Range Highway
498.8 miles
469.8 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
185.9 in
183.3 in
Height
66 in
64.7 in
Max Width
74.4 in
74.4 in
Front Width
63.8 in
63.9 in
Rear Width
64.4 in
63.7 in
Wheelbase
112.8 in
113.1 in
Ground Clearance
7.2 in
5.9 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
40.3 in
40.8 in
Front Seat Headroom
41.1 in
39.6 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.6 in
57.3 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
36.4 in
37.3 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38.5 in
39.6 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
56 in
56.5 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
62.7 ft³
56.5 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
28.7 ft³
24.3 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
28.7 ft³
24.3 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
39.4 ft
38.7 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
19" x 7.5"
18" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
19" x 7.5"
18" x 8"

Suspension

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

Tires

Front Tire
P245/50HR19
P235/60HR18
Rear Tire
P245/50HR19
P235/60HR18

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Alpine White
  • Jet Black
  • Black
  • Polar White

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Brooklyn Grey Metallic
  • Carbon Black Metallic
  • Dark Graphite Metallic
  • Mineral White Metallic
  • Phytonic Blue Metallic
  • Aventurin Red Metallic, Priority 1
  • Tanzanite Blue II Metallic, Priority 1
  • Cirrus Silver Metallic
  • Graphite Grey Metallic
  • Lunar Blue Metallic
  • Mojave Silver Metallic
  • Obsidian Black Metallic
  • Selenite Grey Metallic
  • Starling Blue Metallic
  • MANUFAKTUR Cardinal Red Metallic
  • MANUFAKTUR Diamond White Metallic
  • MANUFAKTUR Selenite Grey Magno

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Perforated SensaTec Upholstery
  • Canberra Beige, Perforated SensaTec Upholstery
  • Cognac, Perforated SensaTec Upholstery
  • Tacora Red, Perforated SensaTec Upholstery
  • AMG Black, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • AMG Cranberry Red/Black, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • AMG Saddle Brown, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • Black, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • Magma Grey/Black, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • Silk Beige/Black, MB-Tex Upholstery

Optional Interior Materials

  • Black, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Mocha, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Oyster, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • AMG Black, Leather Upholstery
  • AMG Cranberry Red/Black, Leather Upholstery
  • AMG Saddle Brown, Leather Upholstery
  • Black, Leather Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

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

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Standard
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Standard
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
Not Available
Optional
Automatic Parking
Not Available
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Optional
Optional
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Optional
Not Available
Heated Front Seat(s)
Optional
Standard
Heated Rear Seat(s)
Optional
Optional
Heated Steering Wheel
Optional
Optional
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Optional
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Standard
Seat Memory
Standard
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Standard
Rear A/C
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Standard
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

US NHTSA crash test result

Overall Rating
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Side Crash Rating
Rollover Rating

Airbags

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

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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