2024 Audi Q4 e-tron vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi Q4 e-tron

2024 Audi
Q4 e-tron

MSRP*: $49,800 to $55,200
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Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLC 300

MSRP*: $49,250 to $51,250
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MPG - City Info not available 23 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 31 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 53.1 ft3 56.3 ft3
Engine
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 295-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 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, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 - 335 hp 255 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 4,409 - 5,291 lbs
Exterior Length 180.7 in 185.7 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 37.2 in
Info not available
Head Room Front 38.5 in
Rear 38.3 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 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 Audi Q4 e-tron than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The Audi Q4 e-tron 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.

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). Whether you pick the Audi Q4 e-tron or the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Audi Q4 e-tron 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 Audi Q4 e-tron is slightly shorter than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Audi Q4 e-tron has a significantly smaller turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, allowing you to much more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi Q4 e-tron has a lot less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Audi Q4 e-tron and the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The Audi Q4 e-tron has less cargo space than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.