2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 vs. 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Review

Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300

2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLC 300

MSRP*: $47,450 to $57,000
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Picture of the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser

2025 Toyota
Land Cruiser

MSRP*: $56,700 to $61,470
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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 Info not available
Engine
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 326-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 hp 326 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 5,291 lbs 6,000 lbs
Exterior Length 185.7 - 187.5 in 193.8 in
Exterior Width 75.6 in 77.9 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Front 33.0 in
Rear 26.7 in
Head Room Front 38.9 - 41.3 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.6 in
Front 36.1 in
Rear 35.3 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 Land Cruiser than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Toyota Land Cruiser 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
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Toyota Land Cruiser, making it more convenient to drive.

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 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 is much slimmer than the Toyota Land Cruiser, 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 Toyota Land Cruiser, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has a smaller turning radius than the Toyota Land Cruiser, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota Land Cruiser is clearly the choice over the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has a lot less horsepower than the Toyota Land Cruiser.

Powertrain
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has much lower torque than the Toyota Land Cruiser, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

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 Toyota Land Cruiser.