2026 Honda Passport vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Review

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2026 Honda
Passport

MSRP*: $44,750 to $52,450
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Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300

2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLC 300

MSRP*: $47,450 to $57,000
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MPG - City 18 - 19 MPG 24 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 23 - 25 MPG 30 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 83.2 - 83.8 ft3 52.6 - 56.3 ft3
Engine
  • 285-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 285 hp 255 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 lbs 3,500 - 5,291 lbs
Exterior Length 191.5 in 185.7 - 187.5 in
Exterior Width 79.4 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.1 in
Rear 40.9 in
Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Head Room Front 39.1 - 40.5 in
Rear 39.6 - 40.7 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Honda Passport than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The Honda Passport 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
With the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Honda Passport, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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 Honda Passport will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Dimensions
Since the Honda Passport 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 Honda Passport, which is slightly longer than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Handling
The Honda Passport has the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Honda Passport, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The Honda Passport has a little more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Honda Passport doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Honda Passport and the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. With the Honda Passport, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.