2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC vs BMW X3

Are you dreaming of a new luxury SUV for your St Catharines commute? If so, compare the 2021 BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC to see which SUV might be best for your lifestyle. Both SUV models have an elegant interior filled with top-of-the-line technology, but the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC includes even more safety features and a more powerful engine. Compare the BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC here. Then, contact us at Performance Mercedes-Benz to explore the GLC in further detail and to put the Mercedes-Benz vs. BMW rivalry to rest once and for all!

BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC: Engines & Performance

The base engines on both the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC and BMW X3 is a 2.0L inline-4 engine, but the GLC delivered a more powerful performance! Plus, the GLC has a transmission with more gears, which gives smoother transitions on Niagara roads. Review the specs for each base-level model below:

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Engine Specs:

• 2.0L inline-4 turbo engine
• 255 hp with 273 lb-ft of torque
• 9-speed automatic transmission

BMW X3 sDrive30i Engine Specs:

• 2.0L inline-4 twin-turbo engine
• 248 hp with 258 lb-ft of torque
• 8-speed automatic transmission

2021 BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC: Safety Features

Compare the safety of the GLC and X3, and you’ll find both models provide cutting-edge features, such as the standard pre-collision system. Still, the Mercedes-Benz GLC includes a few more standard features to keep you safe on those Niagara-on-the-Lake drives, such as:

• Crosswind Assist: The strongest winds of Pelham are no longer a concern because this feature helps keep you on track even when struck by lateral gusts of wind.
• PRESAFE® Sound: This advanced Mercedes-Benz safety feature protect your hearing during a crash by emitting a “pink noise” which triggers a protective reaction in your inner ears.
• Rear seatbelt pretensioners: Only the Mercedes-Benz GLC includes rear outboard seatbelt pretensioners.

Test Drive the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC at Performance Mercedes-Benz

The BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC is just one of many Mercedes-Benz vs. BMW rivalries. By now, you probably see that the Mercedes-Benz GLC offers more premium features and a more powerful engine than the BMW X3. Are you ready to explore the Mercedes-Benz GLC configurations in person at Performance Mercedes-Benz? While you’re here, discuss your financing options with our finance centre and check out our new vehicle specials. Contact us so we can get you into the new Mercedes-Benz of your dreams!