2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 vs. 2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime 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 2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime

2024 Toyota
RAV4 Prime

MSRP*: $43,690 to $47,560
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MPG - City 24 - 26 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 30 - 33 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 52.6 - 56.3 ft3 63.1 - 63.2 ft3
Engine
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 302-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 hp 302 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 5,291 lbs 2,500 lbs
Exterior Length 185.7 - 187.5 in 180.9 in
Exterior Width 75.6 in 73.0 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 37.8 in
Head Room Front 38.9 - 41.3 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.6 in
Front 37.7 - 39.5 in
Rear 37.7 - 39.5 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 RAV4 Prime than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Toyota RAV4 Prime 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.

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 RAV4 Prime.

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 is much wider than the Toyota RAV4 Prime, 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 RAV4 Prime.

Handling
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has a larger turning radius than the Toyota RAV4 Prime, 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 RAV4 Prime for pulling heavy loads. The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has a little less horsepower than the Toyota RAV4 Prime.

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 RAV4 Prime.

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 RAV4 Prime. The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has less cargo space than the Toyota RAV4 Prime, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.