2025 BMW X5 vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Review

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2025 BMW
X5

MSRP*: $66,300 to $90,850
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2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLC 300

MSRP*: $49,250 to $51,250
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MPG - City 17 - 23 MPG 23 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 22 - 27 MPG 31 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 72.3 ft3 56.3 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)
  • 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 375 - 523 hp 255 hp
Towing Capacity 6,603 lbs 4,409 - 5,291 lbs
Exterior Length 194.3 in 185.7 in
Exterior Width 78.9 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 37.4 in
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Head Room Front 40.7 - 40.8 in
Rear 38.7 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 BMW X5 than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The BMW X5 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 BMW X5 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). The BMW X5 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the BMW X5 is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, 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 GLC 300.

Handling
The BMW X5 has a larger turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the BMW X5, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. When it comes to horsepower, the BMW X5 greatly out-muscles the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Powertrain
The BMW X5 has much lower torque than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, 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 GLC 300. With the BMW X5, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.