2023 FIAT 500X vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Review

Picture of the 2023 FIAT 500X

2023 FIAT
500X

MSRP*: $30,245 to $33,275
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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 24 MPG 24 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 MPG 30 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 39.8 ft3 52.6 - 56.3 ft3
Engine
  • 177-hp, 1.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 177 hp 255 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 3,500 - 5,291 lbs
Exterior Length 167.2 in 185.7 - 187.5 in
Exterior Width 70.7 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 34.8 in
Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Head Room Front 39.1 in
Rear 37.8 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 FIAT 500X than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The FIAT 500X 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
With the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the FIAT 500X, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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 FIAT 500X is a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the FIAT 500X 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. If you go with the FIAT 500X, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Handling
The FIAT 500X has a smaller turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 is clearly the choice over the FIAT 500X for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the FIAT 500X has a lot less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Powertrain
The FIAT 500X 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 FIAT 500X and the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The FIAT 500X has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.