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Compare BMW X3 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe

BMW X3
2020 BMW X3
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$41,950
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.8
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Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe
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$50,000
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.6
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Overview

Engine
2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 25 MPG
Hwy: 29 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 28 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.2 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater

Photos

BMW X3
2018-2020 BMW X3 Rear View
2018-2020 BMW X3 Infotainment System
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Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe Rear Angle View
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.0-liter 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
All-Wheel Drive

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
18" x 7"
19" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 7"
19" x 8"

Suspension

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

Tires

Front Tire
P225/60HR18
P235/55HR19
Rear Tire
P225/60HR18
P235/55HR19

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
27 MPG
24 MPG
City
25 MPG
21 MPG
Highway
29 MPG
28 MPG

Emissions

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

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
17.2 gallons
17.4 gallons
Cruising Range City
430 miles
365.4 miles
Cruising Range Highway
498.8 miles
487.2 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
185.9 in
186.3 in
Height
66 in
63 in
Max Width
74.4 in
74.4 in
Front Width
63.8 in
66.7 in
Rear Width
64.4 in
63.2 in
Wheelbase
112.8 in
113.1 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
5.7 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
38.9 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.6 in
57.3 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
36.4 in
37.2 in
Rear Seat Headroom
39.1 in
38.3 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
56 in
55.8 in

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,034 lbs
4,028 lbs

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
62.7 ft³
49.4 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
28.7 ft³
17.4 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
28.7 ft³
17.4 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Alpine White
  • Jet Black
  • Black
  • Polar White

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Carbon Black Metallic
  • Dark Graphite Metallic
  • Dark Olive Metallic
  • Glacier Silver Metallic
  • Mineral White Metallic
  • Phytonic Blue Metallic
  • Terra Brown Metallic
  • Brilliant Blue Metallic
  • Graphite Grey Metallic
  • Iridium Silver Metallic
  • Lunar Blue Metallic, Available: 12/2019
  • 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, SensaTec Upholstery
  • Canberra Beige/Black, SensaTec Upholstery
  • Black, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • Black, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • Cranberry Red/Black, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • designo Platinum White, designo Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Magma Grey/Black, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • Saddle Brown, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • Silk Beige/Black, MB-Tex Upholstery

Optional Interior Materials

  • Black w/Blue Stitching, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Black w/Contrast Stiching, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Canberra Beige/Black, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Cognac w/Contrast Stitch, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Mocha w/Contrast Stitch, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Oyster w/Contrast Stitch, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Black, Leather Upholstery
  • Black, Leather Upholstery
  • Cranberry Red/Black, Leather Upholstery
  • Magma Grey/Black, Leather Upholstery
  • Saddle Brown, Leather Upholstery
  • Silk Beige/Black, Leather Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Optional
Optional
Satellite Radio
Optional
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Optional
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
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Standard

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
Optional
Optional
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 Trunk Release
Standard
Standard
Seat Memory
Standard
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Standard
Rear A/C
Standard
Optional
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Not Available
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Optional
Optional
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Optional
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Optional
Optional
Lane Keeping Assist
Optional
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
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

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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