| 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 | 2019 BMW X3 |
| Torque | |
| Â Â 273 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft |
| Transmission | |
| Â Â 9-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Roadside Assistance | |
| Â Â Unlimited yr./unlimited mi. | 4 yr./unlimited mi. |
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 vs 2019 BMW X3
Serving Franklin, TN
The Mercedes-Benz GLC was introduced to the automotive market in 2015. The GLC serves as a replacement for the previous GLK of vehicles. The GLC competes with various vehicles within the compact luxury crossover SUV category including the BMW X3. Like the Mercedes-Benz GLC, the BMW X3 is also a compact luxury crossover SUV. However, unlike the Mercedes-Benz GLC, the BMW X3 has been in production since 2003. As of 2018, the X3 has been in its third generation of production. The third generation of X3 models also features plug-in hybrid technology offered for different engine layouts. The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 and 2019 BMW X3 both have a lot of features to offer. However, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 offers are few more features and performance at a lower price point than the 2019 BMW X3. Depending on what a customer needs, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 might serve as the better option between the two.
Performance
There is only one engine layout offered for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. That engine is a 2.0-liter inline-four engine that produces 241 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque. The 2.0-liter engine is paired to a 9-speed automatic transmission. Unlike the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 there are three different engine options offered for the 2019 BMW X3. The most comparable engine for the 2019 X3 is also a 2.0-liter inline-four engine. The 2019 X3 engine, which is priced at a higher price point, is capable of producing 248 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque.
Features
With the strategic design, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 offers slightly more legroom to occupants than the 2019 BMW X3. Though both vehicles provide seating capacity for five people with their 5-door arrangements, occupants might find at the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 is slightly more comfortable. As can be expected of any Mercedes-Benz vehicle, the quality of the interior is superb. The suspension of the 2019 GLC 300 is designed to give a smooth and quiet ride for drivers and passengers. The 2019 GLC 300 now comes standard with heated front seats and a power outlet. Customers can choose to equip an optional 3-Zone air conditioning package to their GLC 300 models. Several additional packages are available like a leather seating package, multimedia package, and an exterior lighting package.
Though the 2019 BMW X3 does not offer as many standard features as the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 there are still several great standard features provided for the 2019 X3. Features such as daytime running lights and an emergency braking preparation system are included standard on every 2019 X3 model. Packages include a driving assistance package, an executive package, driver assistance plus Package, and an M sport package. Like the 2019 GLC 300, there are several USB connection points within the 2019 X3.
To test drive the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, call or visit our Mercedes-Benz of Nashville dealership today! Our sales team will be happy to assist you with your next Mercedes-Benz purchase.
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