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Mercedes-Benz GLC | Audi Q5 | BMW X3 |
Comparing Luxury SUVs: The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC to the 2019 Audi Q5 and the 2020 BMW X3
Mercedes-Benz is a brand that you can trust when you are looking for the most advanced and sophisticated features. In terms of a midsize SUV, Mercedes-Benz continues to out-do themselves with the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC. Not only does this model look great from the outside, but it has the performance and interior comfort that will make it a model that you love whenever you are driving.
As one of the most competitive segments of the market, the 2019 Audi Q5 and BMW X3 are models that draw a lot of attention. Audi and BMW have been go-to choices for many drivers, but times are changing, and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC is bringing that change to you.
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2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC vs 2019 Audi Q5
- Both models start just over $42,000.
- There is more horsepower in the base engine of the Mercedes-Benz GLC than there is in the Audi Q5.
- The Audi Q5 only offers all-wheel drive while the Mercedes-Benz GLC offers rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
- Both models offer Apple CarPlay connectivity for your media.
- The nine-speed automatic transmission of the Mercedes-Benz GLC competes with the seven-speed automatic transmission of the Audi Q5.
- You get more highway MPG when you choose the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC over the 2019 Audi Q5.
- Both models offer an array of driver assistance and safety features.
- You'll find spacious seating for passengers in both of these models.
- You can get more cargo space in the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC than you can in the 2019 Audi Q5.
- The infotainment screen of the Mercedes-Benz GLC is larger than that of the Audi Q5.


- The touchscreen of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC is larger than the screen that is equipped on the 2020 BMW X3.
- There are some more advanced safety features that you find equipped on the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC that do not come on the 2020 BMW X3, including Crosswind Assist and PRE-SAFE Sound.
- LED lights come standard on the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC while the 2020 BMW X3 does not have them.
- The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC comes equipped with DYNAMIC SELECT while the 2020 BMW X3 comes with the Driving Dynamics Control system.
- There is a hybrid powertrain available for each model, giving you an efficient and exciting driving performance that will keep you excited when you get behind the wheel.
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC vs 2020 BMW X3
- Both the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC and the 2020 BMW X3 come equipped with rear-wheel drive and have all-wheel drive is an option if you want better traction and control.
- The base engine of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC makes up to 255 horsepower while the base engine of the 2020 BMW X3 only makes up to 248 horsepower.
- A nine-speed automatic transmission comes equipped on the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC while the 2020 BMW X3 has an eight-speed automatic transmission.
- Both models come equipped with roof rails to help you bring along all the gear that you might need for the road ahead.
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto will come equipped on the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC while the 2020 BMW X3 only has Apple CarPlay compatibility.
