2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 vs. 2025 Volvo EX30 Review

Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLC 300

MSRP*: $49,250 to $51,250
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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 23 - 26 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 31 - 33 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 56.3 ft3 31.9 ft3
Engine
  • 255-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, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 hp 268 - 422 hp
Towing Capacity 4,409 - 5,291 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 185.7 in 166.7 in
Exterior Width 75.6 in 72.3 in
Leg Room Info not available Front 41.9 in
Rear 32.3 in
Head Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 39.6 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.3 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volvo EX30 than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, due to its greater head- and legroom. 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 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 Volvo EX30.

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 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 GLC 300, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volvo EX30.

Handling
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has a significantly larger turning radius than the Volvo EX30, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has a lot less horsepower than the Volvo EX30.

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 Volvo EX30.

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 Volvo EX30. With the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Volvo EX30.