2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 vs. 2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300

2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLC 300

MSRP*: $47,450 to $57,000
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2023 Toyota
Highlander Hybrid

MSRP*: $40,620 to $53,025
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MPG - City 24 - 26 MPG 35 - 36 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 - 33 MPG 34 - 35 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)
  • 243-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 hp 243 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 5,291 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 185.7 - 187.5 in 194.9 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

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Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Toyota Highlander Hybrid than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid 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 Hybrid, 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 Hybrid.

Dimensions
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 is about the same width as the Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 is slightly shorter than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, which may make it easier to park.

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

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 is clearly the choice over the Toyota Highlander Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has a little more horsepower than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

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

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