2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 vs. 2024 Toyota Highlander Review

Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300

2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLC 300

MSRP*: $47,450 to $57,000
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2024 Toyota
Highlander

MSRP*: $39,270 to $51,675
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MPG - City 24 - 26 MPG 21 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 - 33 MPG 28 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 52.6 - 56.3 ft3 84.3 ft3
Engine
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 265-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 hp 265 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 5,291 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 185.7 - 187.5 in 194.9 - 197.4 in
Exterior Width 75.6 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.7 in
Head Room Front 38.9 - 41.3 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.6 in
Front 38.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.1 - 39.4 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Toyota Highlander than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Toyota Highlander will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has 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 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 as you will with the Toyota Highlander, 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 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 is somewhat more expensive than the Toyota Highlander.

Dimensions
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 is about the same width as the Toyota Highlander. If you go with the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Toyota Highlander.

Handling
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has a larger turning radius than the Toyota Highlander, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Toyota Highlander, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than with the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has a little less horsepower than the Toyota Highlander.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Toyota Highlander.

Utility
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has less seating than the Toyota Highlander, making the Toyota Highlander the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Toyota Highlander.