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BMW X3 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC

Should you buy BMW X3 or Mercedes-Benz GLC? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. BMW X3 price starts at Rs 68.50 Lakh ex-showroom for xDrive20d xLine (Diesel) and Mercedes-Benz GLC price starts Rs 74.20 Lakh ex-showroom for 300 (Petrol). X3 has 2998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while GLC has 1999 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the X3 has a mileage of 16.55 kmpl (Diesel top model)> and the GLC has a mileage of - (Diesel top model).

X3 Vs GLC

Key HighlightsBMW X3Mercedes-Benz GLC
On Road PriceRs.76,46,972*Rs.88,54,412*
Fuel TypeDieselDiesel
Engine(cc)19951993
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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BMW X3 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC Comparison

Basic Information

On-Road Price in New DelhiRs.76,46,972*
Rs.88,54,412*
Finance Available (EMI)Rs.1,45,545/month
Rs.1,68,543/month
InsuranceRs.1,29,055
X3 Insurance

Rs.3,19,212
GLC Insurance

User Rating
4.1
Based on 103 Reviews
4.3
Based on 16 Reviews
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
2.0l 4Cylinder twin turbo
OM654M
Displacement (cc)
1995
1993
No. of Cylinders
4
4 Cylinder Cars
4
4 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
187.74bhp@5200rpm
194.44bhp@3600rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
400Nm@1750-2500rpm
440Nm@2000-3200rpm
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Fuel Supply System
-
CRDI
Turbo Charger
Twin
Yes
Transmission TypeAutomatic
Automatic
Gear Box
8-Speed
9-Speed Tronic
Drive Type
4WD
AWD

Fuel & Performance

Fuel TypeDiesel
Diesel
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)16.55
-
Mileage WLTP (kmpl)-
19.4
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)65
66
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
-
Top Speed (kmph)231
219

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension
independent damping
Selective Damping System
Rear Suspension
independent damping
Selective Damping System
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Steering Column
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Steering Gear Type
-
219
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)
231
219
0-100kmph (Seconds)
7.9
8
Tyre Size
245/50 R19
235/55 R19
Tyre Type
Tubeless, Radial
Tubeless,Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)
-
R19
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)-
19inch
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)-
19inch

Dimensions & Capacity

Length (mm)
4708
4716
Width (mm)
2138
1890
Height (mm)
1676
1640
Wheel Base (mm)
2845
2580
Front Tread (mm)
1699
-
Rear Tread (mm)
-
1640
Kerb Weight (kg)
1865
2000
Grossweight (kg)
-
2550
Rear Headroom (mm)
-
1007

Rear Legroom (mm)
-
488
Front Headroom (mm)
-
1007

Front Legroom (mm)
-
525

Front Shoulder Room (mm)
1522

-
Rear Shoulder Room (mm)
1477

-
Seating Capacity
5
5
Boot Space (Litres)
550
620
No. of Doors
5
5

Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering
YesYes
Power Windows Front
YesYes
Power Windows Rear
YesYes
Power Boot
Yes-
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
Yes
Air Quality Control
-
Yes
Remote Climate Control (A/C)
-
Yes
Remote Trunk Opener
-
Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener
-
Yes
Remote Engine Start/Stop
-
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light
YesYes
Accessory Power Outlet
YesYes
Trunk Light
-
Yes
Remote Horn & Light Control
-
Yes
Vanity Mirror
YesYes
Rear Reading Lamp
YesYes
Rear Seat Headrest
YesYes
Adjustable Headrest
YesYes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
YesYes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
YesYes
Cup Holders Front
YesYes
Cup Holders Rear
YesYes
Rear AC Vents
-
Yes
Heated Seats Front
-
No
Heated Seats Rear
-
No
Seat Lumbar Support
-
No
Active Noise Cancellation
YesYes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
YesYes
Cruise Control
YesYes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front & Rear
Navigation System
YesYes
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
-
Yes
Foldable Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split
60:40 Split
Smart Access Card Entry
-
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
YesYes
Glove Box Cooling
-
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Voice Command
YesYes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles
YesNo
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front
Central Console Armrest
YesYes
Tailgate Ajar
YesYes
Hands-Free Tailgate
YesYes
Gear Shift Indicator
-
No
Rear Curtain
-
No
Luggage Hook And NetYesYes
Battery Saver
-
No
Lane Change Indicator
-
Yes
Additional Featuresincluding Automatic Hold Function, Servotronic assistance at all speed ranges, Cruise Control with braking function, BMW Driving Experience Control (Modes: ECOPRO, COMFORT, SPORT), Dynamic Damper Control Infinite and independent damping, as suspensions automatically adapt to all kind of road conditions, Automatic operation of tail gate, Automatic air-conditioning 3-zone with digital display, Seat adjustment electrical driver and passenger with memory function for driver, Automatic Start/Stop function, Brake Energy Regeneration,Performance Control Variable torque split at the rear wheels with Automatic differential locks (ADB-X)
DIRECT SELECT lever, DYNAMIC SELECT, Technical Underguard, driver assistance systems
Massage Seats
-
Front
Memory Function Seats
Front
Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Window
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking
-
Full
Drive Modes
3
4
Rear Window Sunblind-
Yes
Rear Windscreen Sunblind-
Yes
Air Conditioner
YesYes
Heater
Yes-
Adjustable Steering
YesYes
KeyLess EntryYesYes
Ventilated Seats
-
No
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
-
Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats
Front
Front & Rear
Automatic Headlamps
YesYes

Interior

Tachometer
YesYes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter
YesYes
Leather SeatsYesYes
Fabric Upholstery
-
No
Leather Steering WheelYesYes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector-
No
Glove Compartment
YesYes
Digital Clock
YesYes
Outside Temperature DisplayYesYes
Digital Odometer
YesYes
Driving Experience Control EcoYesYes
Dual Tone Dashboard
YesYes
Interior Lighting-
Ambient light,Boot Lamp
Additional Featuresgearshift paddles on the steering wheel, Instrument cluster with M-specific display, M radio remote control with clasp in blue, Ambient light with 6 pre-defined selectable light designs in various colours with contour and mood lighting- additionally with Welcome Light Carpet, automatic anti-dazzle function, Floor mats in velour, Multifunction Sport leather steering wheel, M leather steering wheel, Roller sunblind for rear-side windows, mechanical, Galvanic embellish in chrome for controls, Instrument panel in Sensatec, Storage Compartment package and storage nets behind the front seat backrests, Brushed Aluminium Fine Cutting with Highlight Trim Finisher in Pearl Chrome, Sensatec Perforated Cognac, Sensatec Perforated Canberra Beige
-
Digital Cluster-
Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)-
12.3
Upholstery-
Leather
Ambient Light Colour-
64

Exterior

Available Colors
Mineral White
Phytonic Blue
Sophisto Grey Brilliant Effect
Black Sapphire
X3 Colors
Polar White
Nautic Blue
Mojave Silver
Obsidian Black
GLC Colors
Body TypeSUV
All SUV Cars
SUV
All SUV Cars
Adjustable HeadlightsYesYes
Fog Lights Front
YesYes
Fog Lights Rear
NoNo
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Manually Adjustable Ext Rear View Mirror
NoYes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
-
Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper
-
Yes
Rear Window Wiper
YesYes
Rear Window Washer
-
Yes
Rear Window Defogger
YesYes
Wheel Covers-
No
Alloy Wheels
YesYes
Power Antenna-
No
Tinted Glass
-
No
Rear Spoiler
-
Yes
Roof Carrier-
No
Sun Roof
-
Yes
Side Stepper
-
Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
-
Yes
Chrome Grille
YesYes
Chrome Garnish
YesYes
Smoke Headlamps-
No
Halogen Headlamps-
Yes
Cornering Headlamps
-
Yes
Cornering Foglamps
Yes-
Roof Rail
YesYes
LightingLED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),LED Tail lamps
Trunk OpenerSmart
Remote
LED DRLs
YesYes
LED Headlights
-
Yes
LED Taillights
YesYes
LED Fog Lamps
Yes-
Additional FeaturesEntry sills with M model inscription, M-specific pedals, M exterior designation on front side panel (left and right), Tailpipe finishers in gloss chrome, Adaptive LED Headlights(Accent lighting with turn indicators, low and high-beam in LED Technology, Hexagonally shaped daytime running lights and two-part LED tail lights, High-beam assist, LED Fog Lights (intgerated), Rain sensor and automatic driving lights, Exterior mirrors, electrically foldable, Panorama glass roof, Roof rails and exterior lines black high gloss, Active Air Stream Kidney Grille, 48.26 cm (19 inches) light alloy wheels Y-spoke style 887 M (Front/Rear:245/50 R19),
"Aluminium-look running boards with, Rear trim strip Plastic Chrome Plated rubber studs, Door sill panels, Illuminated door sill panels with “Mercedes-Benz” The manual pull-out roller sunblinds protect against direct, lettering, Door Handle Recesses, large, 2-piece, AMG Filler Cap, LCD projector, With animated Mercedes-Benz pattern"
Automatic Driving Lights
-
Yes
Sunroof-
Panoramic
Boot Opening-
Automatic
Tyre Size
245/50 R19
235/55 R19
Tyre Type
Tubeless, Radial
Tubeless,Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)
-
R19

Safety

Anti Lock Braking System
YesYes
Brake AssistYesYes
Central Locking
YesYes
Child Safety Locks
YesYes
Anti Theft Alarm
YesYes
No. of Airbags6
7
Driver Airbag
YesYes
Passenger Airbag
YesYes
Side Airbag FrontYesYes
Side Airbag RearNoNo
Day Night Rear View Mirror
-
Yes
Xenon Headlamps-
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
Door Ajar Warning
Yes-
Traction ControlYes-
Tyre Pressure Monitor
YesYes
Engine Immobilizer
YesYes
Electronic Stability Control
Yes-
Advance Safety FeaturesxDrive - intelligent 4WD with variable torque distribution, Automatic parking function for passenger side exterior mirror , Interior rear-view mirror with automatic anti-dazzle function, Intelligent Light Weight Construction with 50:50 load distribution, Airbags (Airbags for driver and front passenger, Head front and rear with Side airbags for driver and front passenger), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Brake Assist, BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent maintenance system), Cornering Brake Control, Dynamic Stability Control including Dynamic Traction Control, Electronic vehicle iobilizer, Electric parking brake with auto hold function, ISOFIX child seat mounting, rear outward seats, Tyre Pressure Indicator, Run-Flat Tyres with reinforced side walls, Side-impact protection, Three-point seat belts at all seats, including pyrotechnic belt tensioners and belt force limiters in the front, Crash sensor and Dynamic braking lights,
Transparent Bonnet
Rear Camera
-
With Guidedlines
Anti Theft DeviceYes-
Anti Pinch Power Windows
-
All Windows
Speed Alert
YesYes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Yes-
Isofix Child Seat Mounts
YesYes
Heads Up Display
Yes-
Pretensioners And Force Limiter Seatbelts
-
Driver and Passenger
Sos Emergency Assistance
-
Yes
Blind Spot Monitor
-
Yes
Lane Watch Camera
-
Yes
Geo Fence Alert
-
Yes
Hill Descent Control
YesYes
Hill Assist
YesYes
Impact Sensing Auto Door UnlockYes-
360 View Camera
YesYes

ADAS

Speed Assist System-
Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition-
Yes
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist-
Yes
Lane Departure Warning-
Yes
Lane Keep Assist-
Yes
Adaptive High Beam Assist-
Yes

Advance Internet

Live Location-
Yes
Digital Car Key-
Yes
Navigation With Live Traffic-
Yes
Send POI to Vehicle From App-
Yes
Live Weather-
Yes
E-Call & I-Call-
Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity-
Yes
Save Route/Place-
Yes
Remote AC On/Off-
Yes
Remote Door Lock/Unlock-
Yes

Entertainment & Communication

Radio
YesYes
Audio System Remote Control
Yes-
Mirror Link
-
No
Speakers Front
YesYes
Speakers Rear
YesYes
Integrated 2DIN AudioYesYes
Wireless Phone Charging
YesYes
USB And Auxiliary Input
Yes-
Bluetooth Connectivity
YesYes
Wifi Connectivity
-
Yes
Touch Screen
YesYes
Touch Screen size (Inch)
12.3
11.9
Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
YesYes
Apple Car Play
YesYes
No. of Speakers
-
15
Rear Entertainment System
Yes-
Additional FeaturesBMW Live Cockpit Professional 12.3” Instrument Display, High-resolution 12.3” Control Display, BMW Operating System 7.0 with variable configurable widgets, Navigation function with 3D maps, Touch functionality, iDrive Touch Controller with turn and press function, BMW Virtual Assistant,, Wireless Smartphone Integration, Bluetooth with audio streaming, handsfree and USB connectivity, Gesture Control
connect with Alexa, Google Home integration and Parking location on navigation system
Usb Ports-
six USB-C ports
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