BMW X3 Mercedes-Benz GLC

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Comparison table

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BMW X3 Mercedes-Benz GLC
Model years (differs) 2024-now 2022-now
From (indicative) (differs) € 73,900 € 74,500
Status Available Available
Fuel Hybrid Hybrid
RatingsRating figures: higher is better (scale 0-100). What each category measures is explained on the methodology page.
Reliability (differs) 71/100 70/100
Efficiency (differs) 67/100 71/100
Practicality (differs) 72/100 70/100
Value retention (differs) 68/100 n/a
Sustainability (environmental impact) (differs) 56/100 58/100
Specifications
Power (hp) (differs) 299 313
0–100 km/h (s) (differs) 6.2 6.7
Top speed (km/h) (differs) 215 218
Length (mm) (differs) 4755 4716
Width (mm) (differs) 1920 1890
Height (mm) (differs) 1660 1640
Kerb weight (kg) (differs) 2140 2355
Battery (kWh) (differs) 19.7 24.8
Range (WLTP, km) (differs) 90 130
Consumption WLTP (l/100km) (differs) 1 0.5
Boot (l) (differs) 460 470
Body style SUV SUV
Seats 5 5
Doors 5 5
Max. towing weight, braked (kg) 2000 2000

WLTP is the official EU test cycle; real-world figures are usually a bit lower. See the guide on WLTP versus real-world consumption.

OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and reference dates are listed per figure

Show sources and reference dates per rating
  • BMW X3 · Reliability: ADAC breakdown statistics 2025 (segment) + aggregated owner reviews + RDW recalls (early data, limited n) · reference date 2026-05-21
  • BMW X3 · Efficiency: Owner-reported PHEV consumption depending on charging discipline (public forums, limited n) · reference date 2026-05-18
  • BMW X3 · Practicality: Boot 460 l + towing weight 2,000 kg vs segment (manufacturer figure, indicative) · reference date 2026-05-18
  • BMW X3 · Value retention: Residual-value indication from valuation guides (segment) (early data, indicative, limited history) · reference date 2026-05-21
  • BMW X3 · Sustainability (environmental impact): WLTP consumption manufacturer figure PHEV 1.0 l/100km + utility-factor criticism ICCT PHEV report 2024 · reference date 2026-05-21
  • Mercedes-Benz GLC · Reliability: ADAC breakdown statistics 2025 (segment) + aggregated owner reviews + RDW recall data · reference date 2026-05-18
  • Mercedes-Benz GLC · Efficiency: Owner-reported PHEV consumption depending on charging discipline (public forums) · reference date 2026-05-18
  • Mercedes-Benz GLC · Practicality: Boot 470 l + towing weight 2,000 kg vs segment (manufacturer figure, indicative) · reference date 2026-05-18
  • Mercedes-Benz GLC · Value retention: PHEV residual value volatile due to fiscal changes; insufficient stable data per trim · reference date 2026-05-18
  • Mercedes-Benz GLC · Sustainability (environmental impact): WLTP consumption manufacturer figure PHEV 0.5 l/100km + utility-factor critique ICCT PHEV report 2024 · reference date 2026-05-21

Who they are

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Profile · G45 xDrive30e (2024)

BMW X3

Mid-size SUV on the G45, renewed from 2024. The xDrive30e is a plug-in hybrid with about 299 hp system power and a 19.7 kWh net battery; WLTP electric range around 90 km (manufacturer figure, indicative). Braked towing weight 2,000 kg.

Profile · X254 GLC 300e (2024)

Mercedes-Benz GLC

Mid-size SUV on the X254 generation, introduced 2022. The GLC 300e is a plug-in hybrid with a petrol four-cylinder and an electric motor, together about 313 hp. WLTP electric range around 130 km with the 24.8 kWh net battery (manufacturer figure, indicative). Braked towing weight 2,000 kg.

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