2024 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Review

Picture of the 2024 Jeep Wrangler

2024 Jeep
Wrangler

MSRP*: $31,995 to $91,545
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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 13 - 20 MPG 24 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 16 - 23 MPG 30 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 4 - 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 31.7 - 72.4 ft3 52.6 - 56.3 ft3
Engine
  • 270-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 285-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 470-hp, 6.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic, Manual Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 270 - 470 hp 255 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 3,500 lbs 3,500 - 5,291 lbs
Exterior Length 166.8 - 188.4 in 185.7 - 187.5 in
Exterior Width 73.9 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 - 41.2 in
Rear 35.7 - 38.3 in
Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Head Room Front 40.8 - 42.6 in
Rear 40.3 - 41.7 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 Jeep Wrangler than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler, 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). The Jeep Wrangler is somewhat more expensive than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Dimensions
Since the Jeep Wrangler 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. When looking at overall length, the Jeep Wrangler takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

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

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 is clearly the choice over the Jeep Wrangler for pulling heavy loads. The Jeep Wrangler has a little more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Jeep Wrangler doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as 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 Jeep Wrangler and the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. With the Jeep Wrangler, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.