2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC Class vs 2025 BMW X3
Anyone who has driven through the most exclusive neighborhood of a crowded city likely noticed the roads were awash with small SUVs from Mercedes-Benz and BMW. These two Bavarian stalwarts have been duking it out for decades and remain fierce competitors to this day for luxury compact SUV supremacy. See how they stack up below, then browse our online inventory for available models near Lexington, KY.
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC Class vs 2025 BMW X3
The new for 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC Class brings the heat with a wider, more aggressive stance and sculpted lines. Does the new 2025 BMW X3 have what it takes to reign supreme? Keep reading to find out!
Performance
The name Mercedes-Benz has been synonymous with effortless performance and impeccable luxury for decades, and the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC Class is no exception. The standard 2.0-liter turbocharged engine couples the horsepower and performance of a V6 with the fuel-sipping economy of a 4-cylinder. With 255 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque on tap, it never fails to keep up with traffic. Buyers wanting more efficiency can opt for the GLC350e plug-in hybrid, which can travel a best-in-class 54 miles on battery power alone. This means drivers with a daily commute at or below that don't even need to use the gas engine.
The 2025 BMW X3 also has a standard 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine that produces an identical 255 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. This means the power and acceleration are the same as the GLC's; however, the powertrain lacks the smoothness and refined nature that comes easily to the Mercedes-Benz
Safety Features
The 2025 GLC Class is the latest example of a full line of Mercedes-Benz models that have class-leading safety features as standard equipment, including:
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Parktronic with Active Park Assist
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Parking Distance Warning-Reverse
- Safe Exit Assist
In typical BMW fashion, the features that are standard on the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC Class are optional extras that are bundled together in the X3, which adds thousands to the price. Features every GLC has that are optional on the X3 include:
- Active park assist
- Remote engine start
- Ambient lighting system
Interior
Slide into the high-class cabin of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC Class and you immediately know you're in a special place. You won't find any hard plastics; just soft-touch materials abound. The optional Nappa leather interior coddles occupants while they enjoy the optional Burmester surround sound system. Download the Mercedes Me app to precondition the cabin to your comfort level, no matter what the weather is like here in Lexington, KY.
By comparison, the cabin of the 2025 BMW X3 is a bit more spartan. Devoid of buttons or knobs, it just has a large center screen to control radio, navigation, and sound settings. BMW gets points for creativity in its use of recycled polyester for parts of the dashboard; however, this makes it feel more like a Tesla than a luxury SUV.
| 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC Class | 2025 BMW X3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | 4 years / 50,000 miles | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
| Basic | 4 years / 50,000 miles | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Bottom Line
While the 2025 BMW X3 still delivers on performance, it falls short on luxury, whereas the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC Class is the best of all worlds.
Take the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC Class For a Test Drive!
Experience the greatness of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC Class in person when you visit James Motor Company Mercedes-Benz. Call our helpful sales team today at (859) 268-1150 to schedule a test drive. Visit our new inventory online to see available models near Lexington, KY.
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