2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 vs. 2025 Toyota Prius Review

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2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLC 300

MSRP*: $59,300
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2025 Toyota
Prius

MSRP*: $28,350 to $36,765
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MPG - City 24 MPG 49 - 57 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 MPG 50 - 56 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 52.6 ft3 Info not available
Engine
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 194-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 196-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 hp 194 - 196 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 187.5 in 181.1 in
Exterior Width 75.6 in 70.2 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Front 43.2 in
Rear 34.8 in
Head Room Front 38.9 in
Rear 38.3 in
Front 38.0 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 Toyota Prius. Offering just a little more front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, drivers may find the Toyota Prius a little roomier and somewhat more comfortable.

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 Prius, as they get the same number of miles per 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 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Toyota Prius, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 is much wider than the Toyota Prius, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, which is slightly longer than the Toyota Prius.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 is somewhat more powerful than the Toyota Prius.

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 Toyota Prius.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 and the Toyota Prius.