2025 BMW X5 vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 Review

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2025 BMW
X5

MSRP*: $66,300 to $90,850
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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 17 - 23 MPG 18 - 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 22 - 27 MPG 24 - 25 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 72.3 ft3 59.3 ft3
Engine
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 523-hp, 4.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 416-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 375 - 523 hp 416 hp
Towing Capacity 6,603 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 194.3 in 187.0 - 188.7 in
Exterior Width 78.9 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Head Room Front 40.7 - 40.8 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 38.9 - 41.1 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
The BMW X5 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43, with comparable head- and legroom. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the BMW X5, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
Due to the larger tank size and better fuel economy of the BMW X5, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the BMW X5 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43.

Dimensions
Since the BMW X5 is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the BMW X5, which is slightly longer than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the BMW X5 is clearly the choice over the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 for pulling heavy loads. The BMW X5 has a little less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43.

Powertrain
The BMW X5 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 X5 and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43.