2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 vs. 2022 BMW X3
If you're planning to get yourself a luxury mid-size SUV, the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 makes for a compelling option. This luxury five-seater SUV offers class, luxurious comfort, and unmated reliability for your amazing Arizonian family. But what better way to discover the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300's advantages than by comparing it with another well-received SUV in the segment, the 2022 BMW X3? In this comparison overview, our team at Mercedes-Benz of Arrowhead in Peoria, AZ, compares the key specifications and features of these top-notch luxury SUVs to help you determine which one is the perfect option for you.
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 or 2022 BMW X3: Which one is the better SUV?
As evident from the comparison table above, the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 dominates every category in terms of performance specifications. Despite both SUVs offering similar engine specs, the GLC 300's turbocharged 2.0L inline 4-cylinder engine produces more power and torque than the BMW X3's twin-turbocharged unit. The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 also comes equipped with a superior 9G-TRONIC 9-Speed Automatic transmission, as opposed to an 8-speed transmission on the BMW X3, with extra 9th gear proving beneficial during long drives. The 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 also offers more front and rear legroom than the BMW X3, which makes it more comfortable than its rivals.
Some of the highlighting interior features of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 include:
- Power front seats with driver-seat memory
- Power Liftgate
- 10.25-inch Multimedia touchscreen display
- Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX)
- Voice Control with Natural Language Understanding
- "Hey Mercedes," virtual voice assistant
The superior performance figures, innovative features, and surprisingly lower starting MSRP make the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 the hands-down winner in this comparison. If you want to learn more about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, fill out the form below and get in touch with our team at Mercedes-Benz of Arrowhead in Peoria, AZ.
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 | VS | 2022 BMW X3 |
|---|---|---|
$43,850 | Starting MSRP
| $45,400
|
2.0-liter Turbocharged Inline 4-cylinder | Base Engine | 2.0-liter Twin-Turbocharged Inline 4-cylinder |
| 255 hp | Horsepower
| 248 hp |
| 273 lb.-ft. | Torque | 258 lb.-ft. |