2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. 2020 Volvo XC60
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC and 2020 Volvo XC60 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC and the 2020 Volvo XC60.
In comparing the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC's and the 2020 Volvo XC60's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, resale value and interior volume. The 2020 Volvo XC60 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC's and the 2020 Volvo XC60's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC is a better car than the 2020 Volvo XC60.
Pricing: A used 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC ranges from $29,435 to $39,273 while a used 2020 Volvo XC60 is priced between $30,606 to $46,979.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC loses 49.5 percent of its value and the 2020 Volvo XC60 loses 52.3 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC retains 2.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Volvo XC60.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC’s base engine makes 315 horsepower, and the 2020 Volvo XC60 base engine makes 400 horsepower. The GLC is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 497 miles. The XC60 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 536 miles. This gives the 2020 Volvo XC60 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC. Both models use electricity, premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are hybrid SUVs, the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room and rear shoulder room. The 2020 Volvo XC60 has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$51,900
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact SUVs)
$49,344
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact SUVs)
$39,420 - $53,950
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$53,950
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact SUVs)
$49,344
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact SUVs)
$39,420 - $53,950
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$34,483
Price Range:
$29,435 - $39,273
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact SUVs)
$34,872
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact SUVs)
$33,242 - $38,651
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$38,651
Price Range:
$30,606 - $46,979
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact SUVs)
$34,872
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact SUVs)
$33,242 - $38,651
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
113
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
56,313
# Good or Great Deals:
52
Mercedes-Benz GLC Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volvo XC60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Volvo XC60
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact SUVs)
6.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact SUVs)
1 - 32.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
6.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact SUVs)
6.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact SUVs)
1 - 32.2
Mercedes-Benz GLC Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 10Ranking
3 out of / 18Ranking
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16 out of / 29Ranking
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17 out of / 29Ranking
22 out of / 27Ranking
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25 out of / 27Ranking
27 out of / 29Volvo XC60 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
2 out of / 27Ranking
2 out of / 10Ranking
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2 out of / 5Ranking
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4 out of / 18Ranking
4 out of / 16Ranking
4 out of / 10Ranking
4 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
6 out of / 27Ranking
6 out of / 18Ranking
6 out of / 18Ranking
6 out of / 18Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
7 out of / 18Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 27Ranking
8 out of / 18Ranking
8 out of / 18Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 23Ranking
9 out of / 21Ranking
10 out of / 27Ranking
10 out of / 27Ranking
10 out of / 18Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 18Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 27Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 18Ranking
14 out of / 29Ranking
14 out of / 27Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
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20 out of / 27Ranking
22 out of / 29Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC Trim Levels
GLC 350e 4MATIC
2020 Volvo XC60 Trim Levels
T8 eAWD Inscription, T8 eAWD Momentum, T8 eAWD Polestar Engineered, T8 eAWD R-Design
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
315 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
516 foot-lbs @ 1200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
400 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
472 foot-lbs @ 2200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.085 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:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 28 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
410 / 497 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 28 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
499 / 536 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Air Suspension:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Standard
Massage Seats:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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:
24.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
56.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
125.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
37.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
63.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
120.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4555 lbs
Width:
82.5 inches
Height:
65.5 inches
Length:
183.3 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4723 lbs
Width:
83.3 inches
Height:
65.3 inches
Length:
184.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19
Exterior Colors
Black
Black / Obsidian Black Metallic
Blue
Brilliant Blue Metallic / Lunar Blue Metallic
Gray
designo Selenite Grey Magno / Graphite Grey Metallic / Selenite Grey Metallic
Red
designo Cardinal Red Metallic
Silver
Iridium Silver Metallic / Mojave Silver Metallic
White
designo Diamond White Metallic / Polar White
Exterior Colors
Black
Onyx Black Metallic
Blue
Denim Blue Metallic
Gray
Osmium Grey Metallic / Pine Grey Metallic
Red
Fusion Red Metallic
Silver
Bright Silver Metallic
White
Crystal White Metallic / Ice White
Interior Colors
Beige
Silk Beige/Black
Black
Black
Gray
Magma Grey/Black
White
Platinum White Pearl/Black
Brown
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Amber
Black
Charcoal
Gray
Not available
White
Blond
Brown
Maroon Brown
