2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC vs 2026 BMW X3
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MSRP$49,250 | MSRP$51,300 |
Listings115 | Listings539 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 |
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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 | |
2026 BMW X3 Reviews SummaryBMW offers the 2026 X3 in two flavours: 30 xDrive and M50. The latter is tuned for performance, but the base X3 30 xDrive is so good that you might be happy trading the M50’s outright speed and sheer capability for significant savings. BMW redesigned this compact luxury crossover in 2025, and the only tweaks for 2026 make the base model look and feel a little more upscale inside. Verdict: For this review, we evaluated the BMW X3 M50. It was terrific, but with a sticker price more than $15,000 higher than the rewarding X3 30 xDrive, it’s hard to justify the extra money. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
MPG City24 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway33 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque295 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | Torque295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City24 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway33 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemOptional |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space21.9 cu ft | Cargo Space31.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight4167 lbs | Curb Weight4176 lbs |
Height64.6 in | Height65.4 in |
Length185.7 in | Length187.2 in |
Width81.7 in | Width83.9 in |
Wheelbase113.7 in | Wheelbase112.8 in |
Maximum Payload1256 lbs | Maximum Payload1107 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity4001 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $49,250 | $51,300 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
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Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | 6.7 out of 10Read full review |
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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 | BMW offers the 2026 X3 in two flavours: 30 xDrive and M50. The latter is tuned for performance, but the base X3 30 xDrive is so good that you might be happy trading the M50’s outright speed and sheer capability for significant savings. BMW redesigned this compact luxury crossover in 2025, and the only tweaks for 2026 make the base model look and feel a little more upscale inside. Verdict: For this review, we evaluated the BMW X3 M50. It was terrific, but with a sticker price more than $15,000 higher than the rewarding X3 30 xDrive, it’s hard to justify the extra money. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
MPG City | 24 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 33 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 24 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 33 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Optional | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 21.9 cu ft | 31.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4167 lbs | 4176 lbs |
Height | 64.6 in | 65.4 in |
Length | 185.7 in | 187.2 in |
Width | 81.7 in | 83.9 in |
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 112.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 1256 lbs | 1107 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 4001 lbs |
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