2025 Audi Q3 vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 Review

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2025 Audi
Q3

MSRP*: $37,400 to $39,800
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Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43

2025 Mercedes-Benz
AMG GLC 43

MSRP*: $67,100 to $72,900
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MPG - City 20 - 22 MPG 18 - 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 - 29 MPG 24 - 25 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 48.0 ft3 59.3 ft3
Engine
  • 184-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 416-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 184 - 228 hp 416 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 176.6 in 187.0 - 188.7 in
Exterior Width 72.8 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Head Room Front 39.6 in
Rear 37.6 in
Front 38.9 - 41.1 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.6 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 than in the Audi Q3, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Audi Q3.

Convenience
The Audi Q3 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Audi Q3 is a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Audi Q3 is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Audi Q3, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi Q3 has a lot less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43.

Powertrain
The Audi Q3 has much lower torque than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Audi Q3 and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43.