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Porsche Macan vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC

When we compare the Porsche Macan to the Mercedes-Benz GLC, the Porsche Macan has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz GLC has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Porsche Macan versus the Mercedes-Benz GLC, the Mercedes-Benz GLC is a better car than the Porsche Macan.

Porsche Macan versus Mercedes-Benz GLC Pricing

A used 2023 Porsche Macan ranges from $64,008 to $91,576 while a used 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC is priced between $57,353 to $76,097. For a new model, the Porsche Macan's price is between $64,406 and $95,741, with the Mercedes-Benz GLC priced between $59,725 and $80,055.

Porsche Macan versus Mercedes-Benz GLC Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Porsche Macan is 7.5 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz GLC's quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the Porsche Macan being ranked 12 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the Mercedes-Benz GLC being ranked 7 out of 29. Out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the Porsche Macan is ranked 67 and the Mercedes-Benz GLC is ranked 20.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Porsche Macan’s base engine makes 261 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz GLC base engine makes 255 horsepower.

Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison

The Porsche Macan has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLC.

Safety Ratings Comparison

The Mercedes-Benz GLC has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.

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2023 Porsche Macan

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2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC

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Pricing

New Asking Price:

$64,406 - $95,741

Used Asking Price:

$64,008 - $91,576

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

37%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$59,725 - $80,055

Used Asking Price:

$57,353 - $76,097

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

39.9%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.5 / 10

Reliability:

6.1 / 10

Retained Value:

8.9 / 10

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.8 / 10

Reliability:

5.8 / 10

Retained Value:

8.7 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10

iSeeCars Rankings

Luxury Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

4 / 29

Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

6 / 67

Most Reliable Luxury Small SUVs

10 / 29
12 / 29
28 / 67

Most Reliable Luxury Crossover SUVs

29 / 67

iSeeCars Rankings

Luxury Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

5 / 29
7 / 29

Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

9 / 67

Most Reliable Luxury Small SUVs

12 / 29
20 / 67

Most Reliable Luxury Crossover SUVs

32 / 67

Summary Review

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Pros and Cons

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Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Trim Levels

Base, GTS, S, T

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 / 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):

Not yet available

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:

261 hp @ 5000 rpm

Torque:

295 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.063 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

255 hp @ 5800 rpm

Torque:

295 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.067 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):

19 / 25 / 21

Range (city/hwy):

325 / 428 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):

Not yet available

Range (city/hwy):

Not yet available

Recommended Fuel Type:

Not yet available

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

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:

17.2 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

53 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

Not yet available

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:

19.4 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

59.3 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

Not yet available

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4151 lbs

Width:

82.6 inches

Height:

63.8 inches

Length:

186.1 inches

Wheelbase:

110.5 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.9 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3781 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:

19.0 x 8.5 inches

Wheel Type:

painted alloy

Tire Size:

235/55R19

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

235/60R18