2025 Cadillac XT5 vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Review

Picture of the 2025 Cadillac XT5

2025 Cadillac
XT5

MSRP*: $44,295 to $57,195
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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 - 22 MPG 24 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 23 - 29 MPG 30 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 63.0 ft3 52.6 - 56.3 ft3
Engine
  • 235-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 3.6-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, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 235 - 310 hp 255 hp
Towing Capacity 1,000 lbs 3,500 - 5,291 lbs
Exterior Length 189.6 in 185.7 - 187.5 in
Exterior Width 74.9 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 39.0 in
Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Head Room Front 37.9 - 39.7 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.4 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 Cadillac XT5 than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The Cadillac XT5 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 Cadillac XT5 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 Cadillac XT5 is somewhat more expensive than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Dimensions
The Cadillac XT5 is about the same width as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Cadillac XT5, which is slightly longer than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Handling
The Cadillac XT5 has the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 is clearly the choice over the Cadillac XT5 for pulling heavy loads. The Cadillac XT5 has a little less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Cadillac XT5 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than 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 Cadillac XT5 and the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The Cadillac XT5 has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.