Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC
When comparing the Mercedes-Benz E-Class's and the Mercedes-Benz GLC's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the advantage in the areas of reliability and overall quality score. The Mercedes-Benz GLC has the advantage in the area of resale value. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class and Mercedes-Benz GLC have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class's and the Mercedes-Benz GLC's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz GLC.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class loses 56.8 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz GLC loses 39.9 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz GLC retains 16.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is 8.5 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz GLC's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz E-Class being ranked 4 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Mercedes-Benz GLC being ranked 6 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is 8.5 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz GLC the reliability rating is 5.8 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz E-Class an advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLC.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the base engine of both the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and the Mercedes-Benz GLC makes 255 horsepower.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and the Mercedes-Benz GLC have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.568045
Pricing
New Asking Price:
51273 - 66742
Used Asking Price:
48510 - 57110
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.39933
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.463176 / 10
Reliability:
8.489528 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 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
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
27 out of / 29Mercedes-Benz GLC Rankings
Ranking
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
34 out of / 61Ranking
38 out of / 68Ranking
41 out of / 68Ranking
44 out of / 61Ranking
50 out of / 68Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Trim Levels
E 350 4MATIC
Mercedes-Benz GLC Trim Levels
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 / 50000 miles
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:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
56.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3924 lbs
Width:
81.3 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
194.3 inches
Wheelbase:
115.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4167 lbs
Width:
81.7 inches
Height:
64.6 inches
Length:
185.7 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18