2017 BMW X3 vs. 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC
In comparing the 2017 BMW X3's and the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC's specifications and ratings, the 2017 BMW X3 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability and overall quality score. The 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The 2017 BMW X3 and 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2017 BMW X3's and the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC's specifications and ratings, the 2017 BMW X3 is a better car than the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC.
2017 BMW X3 vs. 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC Pricing
A used 2017 BMW X3 ranges from $15,000 to $26,998 while a used 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC is priced between $18,714 to $35,856.
2017 BMW X3 vs. 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 BMW X3 loses 50.5 percent of its value and the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC loses 39.9 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC retains 10.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 BMW X3.
2017 BMW X3 vs. 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X3 is 8.6 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz GLC's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the BMW X3 being ranked 2 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the Mercedes-Benz GLC being ranked 6 out of 29. Out of 61 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs, the BMW X3 is ranked 3 and the Mercedes-Benz GLC is ranked 12. The BMW X3 is also ranked 4 out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the Mercedes-Benz GLC is ranked 18 out of 68.
2017 BMW X3 vs. 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X3 is 8.3 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz GLC the reliability rating is 5.8 out of 10. This gives the BMW X3 an advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLC.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 BMW X3’s base engine makes 240 horsepower, and the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC base engine makes 241 horsepower. Both the X3 and the GLC are rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 496 and 487 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2017 BMW X3 and 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC are comparable in regards to front shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2017 BMW X3 and the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15000 - 26998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.50502
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
18714 - 35856
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.39933
BMW X3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.620856 / 10
Reliability:
8.26257 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz GLC Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.166666 / 10
Reliability:
5.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW X3 Rankings
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1 out of / 27Ranking
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5 out of / 29Ranking
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8 out of / 68Ranking
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8 out of / 29Ranking
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14 out of / 27Ranking
15 out of / 61Ranking
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19 out of / 68Ranking
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21 out of / 54Ranking
22 out of / 68Ranking
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22 out of / 59Ranking
23 out of / 68Ranking
23 out of / 61Mercedes-Benz GLC Rankings
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3 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 27Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 61Ranking
13 out of / 61Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 68Ranking
15 out of / 27Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 68Ranking
22 out of / 54Ranking
22 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 59Ranking
29 out of / 61Ranking
32 out of / 68Ranking
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38 out of / 68Ranking
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44 out of / 61Ranking
50 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2017 BMW X3 Trim Levels
sDrive28i, xDrive28d, xDrive28i, xDrive35i
2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC Trim Levels
AMG GLC 43, GLC 300, GLC 300 4MATIC
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
241 hp @ 5550 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
372 / 496 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 487 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
27.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
63.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
127.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
20.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
56.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4030 lbs
Width:
82.2 inches
Height:
66.1 inches
Length:
183.6 inches
Wheelbase:
110.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3891 lbs
Width:
82.5 inches
Height:
64.5 inches
Length:
183.3 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18