Mercedes-Benz GLC Vs BMW X3 comparison

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New Delhi

₹ 79.25 Lakh

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Mercedes-Benz GLC Vs BMW X3 Comparison: Which Car is Better?

Trying to figure out which of these cars to buy? Compare the GLC Vs X3 on carandbike to make an informed buying decision as to which car to buy in 2026. This comparison has been carried out on the basis of prices, engine specifications, mileage, and features of these cars.

GLC Vs X3 – Which model is Cheapest?

The ex-showroom price of the Petrol BMW X3 in New Delhi starts at ₹ 75.55 Lakh. The base Diesel version of the BMW X3 costs ₹ 79.27 Lakh. On the other hand, Mercedes-Benz GLC price in New Delhi of base variant starts at ₹ 79.25 Lakh. The base Diesel model of the Mercedes-Benz GLC costs ₹ 79.25 Lakh.

Summary	Mercedes-Benz GLC	BMW X3
Price	₹ 79.25 Lakh	₹ 75.55 Lakh
Manufacturer	Mercedes-Benz	BMW
Body Type	SUV	SUV
Mileage	20.00 KM/L	13.17 KM/L
Power	195 bhp	187 bhp bhp
Engine	1995 CC	1998 CC
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol

GLC Vs X3 – Which gives Better Mileage?

As for the claimed fuel efficiency, the BMW X3 base Petrol engine returns 13 KM/L, whereas the base diesel returns 19 KM/L. The Mercedes-Benz GLC base Petrol returns 15 KM/L, whereas its base Diesel counterpart gives 20 KM/L of fuel efficiency.

GLC Vs X3 – Which has a Better Engine Efficiency?

In the powertrain department, the BMW X3 gets 187 bhp bhp Petrol engine and 194 bhp bhp Diesel engine, whereas the Mercedes-Benz GLC comes in 255 bhp Petrol engine and 195 bhp Diesel engine.

Engine & Performance

Engine Type	4-Cylinder Diesel Engine	2.0-litre In-line-four Cylinder, TwinTurbo Engine
Displacement (CC)	1995 CC	1998 CC
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Power	195 bhp@3800 rpm	187 bhp
Torque	440 Nm@1600-2800 rpm	310 Nm
Top Speed	N/A	210
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph	7.9	7.8
No. of gears	9	8
Drive Train	AWD	4WD
Turbocharger	N/A
Emissions Standard	N/A	BS6 Phase 2

Dimensions & Weight

Length	4716 mm	4708 mm
Width	1890 mm	1891 mm
Height	1640 mm	1676 mm
Wheelbase	2888 mm	2864 mm
Ground Clearance	201 mm	204 mm
Kerb Weight	1870 KG	1840 KG

Capacity

Boot Space	620 L	550 L
No. of Doors	5	5
No. of Rows	N/A	2
Seating Capacity	5	5
Fuel tank Capacity	62.0	60.0

Fuel Efficiency

Mileage ARAI	20.00 KM/L	13.17 KM/L
Mileage - City	19.00 KM/L	12.00 KM/L
Mileage - Highway	22.00 KM/L	14.00 KM/L

Suspension Brakes & Steering

Front Suspension	AIRMATIC WITH ADS PLUS	Independent, MacPherson
Rear Suspension	AIRMATIC WITH ADS PLUS	Independent, Multi-link
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Steering Type	Electric Power Steering	Electric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS)
Steering Adjustability	1	Tilt & Telescopic

Tyres & Wheels

Wheel Type	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Tyre Type	Tubeless Radial	Tubeless, Radial
Front Tyre Size	235/55 R19	245/50 R19
Rear Tyre Size	235/55 R19	245/50 R19
Spare Wheel Type	N/A	Space Saver
Spare Wheel Size	N/A	245/50 R19

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	2-Zone Automatic Climate Control	3-Zone Climate Control
Front AC	-	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC	-	Yes
Third Row AC Zone	-	No
Heater	Yes	Yes
Climate Control	Yes	3 Zone
Paddle Shift	No	Yes
Idle Start/Stop Button	-	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Power Windows	-	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Push Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Remote Engine Start	-	Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate	-	No
Steering Mounted Audio	Yes	Yes
Cooled Glovebox	-	No
Rain Sensing Wipers	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Electric Tailgate	-	No
Adjustable ORVMs	-	No
Adjustable Rear Headrests	-	-
Power Outlets 12V	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charger	-	No

Locks & Security

Engine Immobilizer	Yes	No
Central Locking	-	No
Speed Sensing Door Lock	Yes	No
Child Safety Lock	Yes	No

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	-	No
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	-	No
Seat Upholstery	-	No
Rear Armrest	Yes	No
Front Armrest	Yes	No
Folding Rear Seat	-	No
Split Rear Seat	-	No
Front Seatback Pockets	-	No
Headrests	-	No
Ventilated Seats	-	No
Seat Memory Function	-	No
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts	-	No

Safety & Security

No. of Airbags	-	-
Driver Airbags	Yes	No
Passenger Airbags	Yes	No
Side Airbags	Yes	No
Rear Side Airbag	-	No
Curtain Airbag	-	No
Knee Airbags	-	No
ABS	Yes	No
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution	Yes	No
Electronic Stability Program	Yes	No
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	-	No
Hill Hold Control	-	No
Hill Assist	Yes	No
Hill Descent Control	-	No
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	-	No
Traction Control	Yes	No
Blind Spot Monitoring	-	No
Lane Assist	-	No
Forward Collision Warning	-	No
Auto Emergency Braking	-	No
Driver Drowsiness Detection	-	No
Child Seat Anchor Points	-	No
Parking Sensors	-	No
Speed Alert System	-	No
Parking Assistance	-	No
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	-	No
Dashcam	-	No
Electric ORVM Heating	-	No

Lights

Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Light Type	LED	No
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)	-	No
Turn Indicators on ORVM	Yes	No
Fog Lamps	-	No
Ambient Lighting	-	No
Automatic High Beam Assist	-	No
Follow-Me-Home Headlamps	-	No
Cornering Lights	No	No
Cabin Lamps	-	No

Exterior Features

Sunroof	-	No
Roof Rails	-	No
Shark Fin Antenna	-	No
Body-Coloured ORVMs	-	No
Chrome Accents	-	No
ORVM Adjustments	-	No
Rear Spoiler	-	No
Skid Plates	-	No
Side Steps	-	No

Instrumentation

Instrument Cluster	-	No
Trip Meter	-	No
Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator	Yes	No
Average Speed	-	No
Clock	-	No
Low Fuel Warning	Yes	No
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	No
Adjustable Cluster Brightness	-	No
Gear Indicator	-	No
Shift Indicator	-	No
Tachometer	-	No
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	No

Entertainment

Infotainment System	-	No
Touchscreen Display Size	-	No
Audio System	-	No
Speakers	Yes	No
Tweeters	-	-
Subwoofer	-	-
GPS Navigation	No	No
Voice Commands	-	No
Smartphone Connectivity	-	No
Bluetooth Support	Yes	No
USB Support	Yes	No
AUX Compatibility	-	No
Wireless Display (Screen Mirroring)	-	No
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	-	No
Radio	Yes	No

Advanced Features

Connected Car Technology	-	No
Over-The-Air Updates (OTA)	-	No
Geofencing	-	No
Digital Key	-	No
AI Voice Assistance	-	No
Auto Park Assist	-	No
Autonomous Driving Level	-	No
SOS Button	-	No

Manufacturer Warranty

Type Battery Warranty	-	No
Type Manufacturer Warranty	-	No

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