2024 Lincoln Navigator L vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Review

Picture of the 2024 Lincoln Navigator L

2024 Lincoln
Navigator L

MSRP*: $86,260 to $114,095
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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 16 MPG 24 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 22 MPG 30 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 120.2 ft3 52.6 - 56.3 ft3
Engine
  • 440-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 440 hp 255 hp
Towing Capacity 6,600 - 8,100 lbs 3,500 - 5,291 lbs
Exterior Length 221.9 in 185.7 - 187.5 in
Exterior Width 79.9 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 43.9 in
Rear 42.6 in
Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Head Room Front 39.5 in
Rear 37.9 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 Lincoln Navigator L than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The Lincoln Navigator L 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 Lincoln Navigator L 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). The Lincoln Navigator L will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Lincoln Navigator L is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Lincoln Navigator L, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Handling
The Lincoln Navigator L has a significantly larger turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Lincoln Navigator L is clearly the choice over the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Lincoln Navigator L greatly out-muscles the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

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

Utility
Soccer Moms and those who need to chauffeur around a lot of people will appreciate the Lincoln Navigator L more than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, due to its significantly greater seating capacity. With the Lincoln Navigator L, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.