2025 Kia Soul vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Review

Picture of the 2025 Kia Soul

2025 Kia
Soul

MSRP*: $20,490 to $24,790
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Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLC 300

MSRP*: $59,300
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MPG - City 27 - 29 MPG 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy 33 - 35 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 52.6 ft3
Engine
  • 147-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 147 hp 255 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 165.2 in 187.5 in
Exterior Width 70.9 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.1 in
Rear 38.8 in
Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Head Room Front 38.3 - 39.9 in
Rear 39.5 in
Front 38.9 in
Rear 38.3 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
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Soul than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. Offering just a little more front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, the Kia Soul may be a little roomier and more comfortable for the driver and front seat passengers.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Kia Soul as you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, as they get the same number of miles per 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). Based on MSRP, the Kia Soul is clearly a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Dimensions
Since the Kia Soul 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 Soul, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Kia Soul is significantly less powerful than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.

Powertrain
The Kia Soul has much less 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 the same number of people in both the Kia Soul and the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.