2025 BMW
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
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| MPG - City | 17 - 23 MPG | 24 - 26 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 22 - 27 MPG | 30 - 33 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 72.3 ft3 | 52.6 - 56.3 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 375 - 523 hp | 255 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 6,603 lbs | 3,500 - 5,291 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 194.3 in | 185.7 - 187.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.9 in | 75.6 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 39.8 in
Rear 37.4 in |
Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.7 - 40.8 in
Rear 38.7 in |
Front 38.9 - 41.3 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.6 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the BMW X5 than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.
The BMW X5 will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its 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 BMW X5 as you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, 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 BMW X5 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the BMW X5 is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, 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 BMW X5, which is slightly longer than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.
Handling
The BMW X5 has a larger turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the BMW X5 is clearly the choice over the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW X5 greatly out-muscles the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.
Powertrain
The BMW X5 has much lower torque than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, 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 BMW X5 and the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.
With the BMW X5, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.