2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 vs. 2017 BMW X3 sDrive28i

If you’re going with a luxury SUV, then chances are you want a model that performs as such. The 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 certainly proves itself in this category. Its turbocharged 2.0L inline-4 engine generates 241 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque via a nine-speed automatic transmission.

The 2017 BMW X3 sDrive28i also comes powered by a turbocharged 2.0L inline-4 machine, but it puts out slightly less power at 240 hp through an eight-speed automatic transmission, and significantly less torque at 258 lb-ft of torque. Based on the figures alone, it’s clear which model is the winner here.

Both the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 and the 2017 BMW X3 sDrive28i are considered luxury SUVs, but based on the features offered on the Mercedes-Benz model, it may be considered more luxurious. These features are available on the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, but are unavailable or cost more on the BMW:

• Front power headrests
• Cooled front seats
• Vehicle location system
• Telematics system with Internet services
• Rear armrest storage
• Remote trunk release
• Heated exterior mirrors

With so many amenities as standard on the Mercedes-Benz model that are not on the BMW SUV, why would you go with the latter?

In addition to these perks, the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 also comes in at a lower price than the 2017 BMW X3 sDrive28i.

• Mercedes-Benz GLC 300: MSRP from $39,150
• BMW X3 sDrive28i: MSRP from $40,050