2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 Review

Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLC 300

MSRP*: $59,300
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2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLE 450

MSRP*: $76,400
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MPG - City 24 MPG 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 52.6 ft3 Info not available
Engine
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 hp 375 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 lbs 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 187.5 in 194.6 in
Exterior Width 75.6 in 79.3 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Info not available
Head Room Front 38.9 in
Rear 38.3 in
Front 40.2 in
Rear 37.8 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450. The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 as you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, 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 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 is clearly a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 is slightly shorter than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, which may make it easier to park.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 is significantly less powerful than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.

Powertrain
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has much less torque than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, 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 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 and the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.