2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Review

Picture of the 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid

2025 Kia
Sorento Hybrid

MSRP*: $38,690 to $46,890
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Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300

2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLC 300

MSRP*: $47,450 to $57,000
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MPG - City 34 - 36 MPG 24 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 34 - 36 MPG 30 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 75.5 ft3 52.6 - 56.3 ft3
Engine
  • 227-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 227 hp 255 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 3,500 - 5,291 lbs
Exterior Length 189.6 in 185.7 - 187.5 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 40.7 in
Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Head Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 38.9 - 41.3 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.6 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sorento Hybrid than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The Kia Sorento Hybrid will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, 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 Kia Sorento Hybrid as you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a 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). Clearly, the Kia Sorento Hybrid is a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Kia Sorento Hybrid is a little narrower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Kia Sorento Hybrid, which is slightly longer than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Handling
The Kia Sorento Hybrid has a smaller turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Kia Sorento Hybrid has a little less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Kia Sorento Hybrid doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Utility
The Kia Sorento Hybrid offers greater seating capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Kia Sorento Hybrid, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.