2025 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 vs. 2025 Volvo EX30 Review

Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43

2025 Mercedes-Benz
AMG GLC 43

MSRP*: $67,100 to $72,900
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Picture of the 2025 Volvo EX30

2025 Volvo
EX30

MSRP*: $44,900 to $46,600
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MPG - City 18 - 19 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 24 - 25 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 59.3 ft3 31.9 ft3
Engine
  • 416-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 268-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 422-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 416 hp 268 - 422 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 187.0 - 188.7 in 166.7 in
Exterior Width 75.6 in 72.3 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Front 41.9 in
Rear 32.3 in
Head Room Front 38.9 - 41.1 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.6 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.3 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 than in the Volvo EX30. The Volvo EX30 will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43.

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 AMG GLC 43 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volvo EX30, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 is much wider than the Volvo EX30, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volvo EX30.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 and the Volvo EX30.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volvo EX30.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 and the Volvo EX30.