sunny.kumar@wemonde.com So, Mercedes-Benz has officially launched the second generation GLC SUV in India on August 9th, and the updates Mercedes brought to the SUV looks very promising and interesting. It’ll surely give its rivals a tough time to dominate in this segment. However, we thought, why don’t we compare the Second-Gen GLC against its rivals and see are the updates Mercedes brought are promising or not!
Mercedes-Benz GLC vs Rivals – Dimensions
| Mercedes-Benz GLC | BMW X3 | Audi Q5 | Volvo XC60 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 4716mm | 4708mm | 4682mm | 4708mm |
| Width | 2075mm | 1891mm | 1893mm | 1902mm |
| Height | 1640mm | 1676mm | 1655mm | 1653mm |
| Wheelbase | 2888mm | 2864mm | 2819mm | 2774mm |
| Ground Clearance | 201mm | 204mm | – | 230mm |
| Boot Space | 620 L | 550 L | 550 L | 483 L |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L | 70 L | 70 L |
| Kerb Weight | – | 1830 kg | 1875 kg | 1945 kg |
In terms of Dimensions, the Mercedes GLC is lengthier, and wider than its rivals as it measures 4716mm, and 2075mm respectively. However, the tallest in height is the BMW X3 with 1676mm, but when it comes to who features the longest wheelbase in the D-Segment, its Mercedes-Benz GLC with 2888mm while the shortest wheelbase is from the Volvo XC60 with 2774mm. However, the Volvo XC60 has the highest ground clearance of 230mm while the GLC has the lowest of 201mm. But if you opt for the off-road package, you get additional 20mm that takes the GLC ground clearance of 221mm.
The Mercedes GLC features biggest boot of 620 Litre while the BMW X3, and Audi Q5 comes with same 550 Litre boot space. Audi Q5 and Volvo XC60 has the same fuel tank of 70 Litres and the Mercedes GLC features 66 Litre fuel tank. Lastly, we don’t know the kerb weight of GLC, but the heaviest in the segment is the 1945 kg while the lightest is the 1830 kg.
Mercedes-Benz GLC vs Rivals – Powertrain
| Mercedes-Benz GLC | BMW X3 | Audi Q5 | Volvo XC60 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0 L 4-cylinder Petrol | – | 2.0 L 4-Cylinder TFSI | – |
| Displacement | 1999cc | – | 1984cc | – |
| Power | 254.47 bhp | – | 245.59 bhp | – |
| Torque | 400 Nm | – | 370 Nm | – |
| Transmission Type | 9-speed AT | – | 8-speed AT | – |
| Fuel Efficiency | 14.7 kmpl | – | 13.47 kmpl | – |
| 0 – 100 kmph | 6.2 seconds | – | 6.3 seconds | – |
| Top Speed | 240 kmph | – | 237 kmph | – |
When it comes to Powertrains, every SUV in this segment comes with multiple or single powertrain options. Let’s start with the Mercedes-Benz G:C first. The Mercedes-Benz GLC comes with a 2.0 L 4-Cylinder Petrol Engine that produces 254.47 bhp and 400 Nm of torque. It drives all four wheels via a 9-speed Automatic Gearbox with fuel efficiency of 14.7 kmpl. It can do 0 – 100 kmph in claimed 6.2 seconds if it reaches the top speed of 240 kmph. BMW X3 and the Volvo XC60 aren’t available with normal Petrol Powertrain. The Audi Q5 is powered by the 2.0 L 4-Cylinder TFSI Engine producing 245.59 bhp and 370 Nm of torque. It drives all four wheels via an 8-speed Automatic Gearbox with fuel efficiency of 13.47 kmpl, and it can go from 0 – 100 kmph in just 6.3 seconds at a top speed of 237 kmph. So, its 0.1 second slower, and 3 kmph less top speed, interesting!
| Mercedes-Benz GLC | BMW X3 | Audi Q5 | Volvo XC60 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0 L 4-Cylinder Diesel | – | – | – |
| Displacement | 1999cc | – | – | – |
| Power | 194.30 bhp | – | – | – |
| Torque | 440 Nm | – | – | – |
| Transmission Type | 9-speed AT | – | – | – |
| Fuel Efficiency | 19.4 kmpl | |||
| 0 – 100 kmph | 8 seconds | – | – | – |
| Top Speed | 219 kmph | – | – | – |
The Mercedes-Benz GLC rivals doesn’t have normal Diesel Powertrain on offer in this segment. In the GLC, it has the 2.0 L 4-Cylinder Diesel Engine producing 194.30 bhp and 440 Nm of torque. It drives all four wheels via a 9-speed Automatic Gearbox with fuel economy of 19.4 kmpl, and it can go from 0 – 100 kmph in 8 seconds at a top speed of 219 kmph. So, its 1.8 seconds slower, and top speed is 21 kmph less.
| Mercedes-Benz GLC | BMW X3 | Audi Q5 | Volvo XC60 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | – | 3.0 L 6-Cylinder Twin-Turbo Petrol | – | 2.0 L 5-Cylinder Turbo Petrol |
| Displacement | – | 2998cc | – | 1969cc |
| Power | – | 355.37 bhp | – | 250 bhp |
| Torque | – | 500 Nm | – | 350 Nm |
| Transmission Type | – | 8-speed AT | – | 8-speed AT |
| Fuel Efficiency | – | – | – | 13.47 kmpl |
| 0 – 100 kmph | – | 4.9 seconds | – | 8.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | – | 250 kmph | – | 180 kmph |
The BMW X3 and Volvo XC60 are the only SUV in this segment to offer turbo petrol powertrain. The BMW X3 comes with 3.0 L 6-Cylinder Twin-Turbo Petrol Engine that produces 355.37 bhp and 500 Nm of torque. It drives all four wheels via 8-speed Automatic Gearbox, and it can go from 0 – 100 kmph in just 4.9 seconds at a top speed of 250 kmph, making it faster than its rivals. The XC60 is powered by the 2.0 L 5-Cylinder Turbo Petrol Engine that produces 250 bhp and 350 Nm of torque paired to 8-speed Automatic Gearbox with fuel economy is 13.47 kmpl, and it can go from 0 – 100 kmph in 8.3 seconds at a top speed of 180 kmph.
| Mercedes-Benz GLC | BMW X3 | Audi Q5 | Volvo XC60 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | – | 2.0 L 4-Cylinder Twin-Turbo Diesel | – | – |
| Displacement | – | 1995cc | – | – |
| Power | – | 187.74 bhp | – | – |
| Torque | – | 400 Nm | – | – |
| Transmission Type | – | 8-speed AT | – | – |
| Fuel Efficiency | – | 16.55 kmpl | – | – |
| 0 – 100 kmph | – | 7.9 seconds | – | – |
| Top Speed | – | – | – | – |
Lastly, the BMW X3 is the only SUV in this segment to offer turbo diesel powertrain. The 2.0 L 4-Cylinder Twin-Turbo Diesel Engine produces 187.74 bhp and 400 Nm of torque. It drives all four wheels via 8-speed Automatic Gearbox with fuel efficiency is 16.55 kmpl, and it can 0 – 100 kmph in 7.9 seconds..
Mercedes-Benz GLC vs Rivals – Price
| Models | Price (ex-showroom) |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz GLC | Rs. 73.50 – Rs. 74.50 Lakh |
| BMW X3 | Rs. 67.50 – Rs. 86.50 Lakh |
| Audi Q5 | Rs. 61.51 – Rs. 67.31 Lakh |
| Volvo XC60 | Rs. 67.50 Lakh |
When it comes to Price Comparison, its fair to say the Audi Q5 is the affordable luxury SUV in the segment given it offers similar performance and its spacious and luxurious as its rivals, where as the BMW X3 is the expensive SUV in the D-Segment. The Mercedes-Benz GLC starts at Rs. 73.50 Lakh for the single Petrol variant, ‘300’, and Rs. 74.50 Lakh for the single Diesel variant, ‘220d.’ The BMW X3 is available in three variants – xDrive20d xLine at Rs. 67.50 Lakh, xDrive20d M Sport at Rs. 69.90 Lakh, and xDrive M40i at Rs. 86.50 Lakh.
The Audi Q5 is available at Rs. 61.51 Lakh for the ‘Premium Plus’ variant, and Rs. 67.31 Lakh for the ‘Technology’ variant. Lastly, the Volvo XC60 is available as a single variant Mild-Hybrid SUV and is priced at Rs. 67.50 Lakh for the ‘B5 Ultimate’ variant.
Mercedes-Benz GLC vs Rivals – Dimensions, Powertrains, and Price Comparison!