2023 GMC Acadia vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Review

Picture of the 2023 GMC Acadia

2023 GMC
Acadia

MSRP*: $36,800 to $50,600
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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 19 - 22 MPG 24 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 29 MPG 30 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 79.0 ft3 52.6 - 56.3 ft3
Engine
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 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 228 - 310 hp 255 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 3,500 - 5,291 lbs
Exterior Length 193.4 in 185.7 - 187.5 in
Exterior Width 75.4 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.7 in
Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.6 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 GMC Acadia than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia 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). When looking only at MSRP, the GMC Acadia will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Dimensions
The GMC Acadia is about the same width as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the GMC Acadia, which is slightly longer than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Handling
The GMC Acadia has the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The GMC Acadia has a little less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the GMC Acadia does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Utility
The GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.