2024 Kia
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
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| MPG - City | Info not available | 24 - 26 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | Info not available | 30 - 33 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 63.7 ft3 | 52.6 - 56.3 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 255 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,653 lbs | 3,500 - 5,291 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 174.0 in | 185.7 - 187.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 71.9 in | 75.6 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.5 in
Rear 36.9 in |
Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.5 in
Rear 38.1 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.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Niro EV than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.
The Kia Niro EV 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). Clearly, the Kia Niro EV is a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, when considering MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Kia Niro EV 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 Kia Niro EV, 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 Kia Niro EV 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
In terms of towing capacity, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 is clearly the choice over the Kia Niro EV for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Kia Niro EV has a lot less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.
Powertrain
The Kia Niro EV 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 Kia Niro EV and the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.
The Kia Niro EV has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.