2025 BMW X1 vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 Review

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2025 BMW
X1

MSRP*: $41,350 to $50,800
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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 23 - 24 MPG 18 - 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 31 - 33 MPG 24 - 25 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 46.9 - 57.2 ft3 59.3 ft3
Engine
  • 241-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 312-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 241 - 312 hp 416 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 177.2 - 177.4 in 187.0 - 188.7 in
Exterior Width 72.6 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 40.4 in
Rear 37.0 in
Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Head Room Front 42.1 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 38.9 - 41.1 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.6 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
The BMW X1 offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the BMW X1 and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43.

Convenience
The BMW X1 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 BMW X1 is a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the BMW X1 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 BMW X1, 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 BMW X1 has a lot less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43.

Powertrain
The BMW X1 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 BMW X1 and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43.