2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC vs 2024 Ford Explorer
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MSRP$36,860 | MSRP$49,250 |
Listings70 | Listings109 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 |
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2024 Ford Explorer Reviews Summary | |
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC Reviews SummaryThe handsome Mercedes-Benz GLC compact SUV continues into the 2025 model year with a few revisions and a new plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) variant. The GLC shows us that a simple yet measured approach makes it a strong candidate up against compact luxury SUVs from Audi, BMW, Genesis, Lexus, Porsche, and Volvo. This review covers the non-AMG GLC models, while AMG GLC models are reviewed separately. Verdict: The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC-class is a handsome and compelling new car fit for most duties | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway32 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | Torque295 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway32 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.2 cu ft | Cargo Space21.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight4345 lbs | Curb Weight4167 lbs |
Height69.9 in | Height64.6 in |
Length198.8 in | Length185.7 in |
Width89.3 in | Width81.7 in |
Wheelbase119.1 in | Wheelbase113.7 in |
Maximum Payload1425 lbs | Maximum Payload1256 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5300 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $36,860 | $49,250 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The handsome Mercedes-Benz GLC compact SUV continues into the 2025 model year with a few revisions and a new plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) variant. The GLC shows us that a simple yet measured approach makes it a strong candidate up against compact luxury SUVs from Audi, BMW, Genesis, Lexus, Porsche, and Volvo. This review covers the non-AMG GLC models, while AMG GLC models are reviewed separately. Verdict: The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC-class is a handsome and compelling new car fit for most duties | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm | |
MPG City | 21 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 32 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 32 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.2 cu ft | 21.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4345 lbs | 4167 lbs |
Height | 69.9 in | 64.6 in |
Length | 198.8 in | 185.7 in |
Width | 89.3 in | 81.7 in |
Wheelbase | 119.1 in | 113.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1425 lbs | 1256 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5300 lbs | 3500 lbs |
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