2024 Mercedes-Benz
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2024 Volvo
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| MPG - City | 24 - 26 MPG | 22 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 30 - 33 MPG | Info not available |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 52.6 - 56.3 ft3 | 63.3 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 247 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 - 5,291 lbs | 3,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 185.7 - 187.5 in | 185.4 in |
| Exterior Width | 75.6 in | 78.7 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in |
Front 41.5 in
Rear 38.0 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.9 - 41.3 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.6 in |
Front 38.0 in
Rear 38.0 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.
Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volvo XC60 than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60, 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Volvo XC60.
Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 is much slimmer than the Volvo XC60, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot.
When looking at overall length, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volvo XC60.
Handling
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has a larger turning radius than the Volvo XC60, 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 Volvo XC60 for pulling heavy loads.
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has a little more horsepower than the Volvo XC60.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volvo XC60.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 and the Volvo XC60.
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has less cargo space than the Volvo XC60, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.