2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 vs. 2024 MINI SE Hardtop Review

Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLC 300

MSRP*: $59,300
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Picture of the 2024 MINI SE Hardtop

2024 MINI
SE Hardtop

MSRP*: $30,900
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MPG - City 24 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 30 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 4 seats
Cargo Space 52.6 ft3 Info not available
Engine
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 181-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 hp 181 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 187.5 in 151.7 in
Exterior Width 75.6 in 68.0 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 30.8 in
Head Room Front 38.9 in
Rear 38.3 in
Front 38.3 in
Rear 36.4 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 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 than the MINI SE Hardtop. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 and the MINI SE Hardtop in the front seats.

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 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the MINI SE Hardtop, which has a much lower MSRP.

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

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has a much more powerful engine than the MINI SE Hardtop. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the MINI SE Hardtop.

Utility
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 offers greater seating capacity than the MINI SE Hardtop, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.