2024 BMW 230 vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Review

Picture of the 2024 BMW 230

2024 BMW
230

MSRP*: $38,800 to $40,800
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Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLC 300

MSRP*: $59,300
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MPG - City 25 - 26 MPG 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy 33 - 35 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 4 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 52.6 ft3
Engine
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 hp 255 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 179.0 in 187.5 in
Exterior Width 72.4 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.8 in
Rear 32.2 in
Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Head Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 35.0 in
Front 38.9 in
Rear 38.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 than the BMW 230, due to its greater head- and legroom. The BMW 230 will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the BMW 230 as you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.

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). Based on MSRP, the BMW 230 is clearly a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Dimensions
Since the BMW 230 is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The BMW 230 is slightly shorter than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, which may make it easier to park.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's basically a tie between the BMW 230 and the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the BMW 230 and the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 do an equal job of transmitting their engine's power to their wheels.

Utility
The BMW 230 has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, making the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 the better choice if you need to chauffeur many passengers.