BMW 3-Series vs Mercedes-Benz GLC
3-Series vs GLC
Key Highlights | BMW 3-Series | Mercedes-Benz GLC |
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Price | Rs.72.90 Lakh | Rs.74.20 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 2998 cc | 1999 cc |
Power | 374 bhp @ 5500-6500 rpm | 258 bhp @ 5800 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 11.86 kmpl | 14.72 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
3-Series specifications | GLC specifications | ||
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Variant Name | |||
On Road Price | 84.28 Lakh | 85.78 Lakh | |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | |
User Rating | |||
Boot Space (Litres) | 480 Litres | 550 Litres | |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | |
Engine Displacement | 2998 cc | 1999 cc | |
Max Power (bhp @rpm) | 374 bhp @ 5500-6500 rpm | 258 bhp @ 5800 rpm | |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
3-Series Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | GLC Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | ||
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Front Suspension | Single-joint Spring Strut Axle | DYNAMIC air suspension | |
Rear Suspension | M Sport Suspension | DYNAMIC air suspension | |
Front Brakes | Disc | Disc | |
Rear Brakes | Disc | Disc | |
Front Tyre Size | 225/45 R18 | 235/55 R19 | |
Rear Tyre Size | 255/40 R18 | 235 / 55 R19 | |
Turning Radius | 5.5 meters | 5.9 meters | |
Tyre Size Spare | 225/40 R19 / 255/35 R19 | 235/55 R19 | |
Wheels Size | R18 | R19 |
Exterior
3-Series Exterior | GLC Exterior | ||
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Sunroof | Yes | Yes | |
Power Windows | Yes | Yes | |
Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes | |
Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Instrumentation
3-Series Instrumentation | GLC Instrumentation | ||
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Fuel level guage | Digital | Digital | |
Tachometer | Yes | Yes | |
Speedometer | Analogue - Digital | Digital | |
Odometer | Digital | Yes | |
Avg fuel economy display | - | - |
Infotainment & Communication
3-Series Infotainment & Communication | GLC Infotainment & Communication | ||
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Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes | |
Android Auto | Yes | Yes | |
Voice Command | Yes | Yes | |
Infotainment Screen | Yes | Yes | |
Multifunction Display | Yes | Yes | |
Basic Warranty | 3 Years or 10000000 KMS | 3 Years | |
Extended Warranty | 7 years or 100000 | 6 Years |
Engine & Transmission
3-Series Engine & Transmission | GLC Engine & Transmission | ||
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Engine Capacity | 2998 cc | 1999 cc | |
Engine Type | Twin Turbo 6 Cylinder Petrol Engine | 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine | |
No. of Cylinders | 6 | 4 | |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 | |
Cylinder Configuration | DOHC | DOHC | |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | |
Gears | 8 Speed | 9 Speed | |
Power | 374 bhp @ 5500-6500 rpm | 258 bhp @ 5800 rpm | |
Torque | 500 Nm @1900-5000 rpm | 400 Nm @ 2000 - 3200 rpm | |
Battery Capacity | 1.08 kwh | - | |
Fast Charging | No | No | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD | |
ARAI Certified Economy | 13 kmpl | 14.72 kmpl | |
Top Speed | 250 kmph | 240 kmph |
Comfort & Convenience
3-Series Comfort & Convenience | GLC Comfort & Convenience | ||
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Cruise Control | Yes | Yes | |
Start / Stop Button | Yes | Yes | |
Power Steering | Yes | Yes | |
Adjustable steering | Yes | Yes | |
Multifunction Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes | |
Drive Modes | 4 | 5 | |
Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes | |
Electronically Adjustable Seats | Yes | No | |
Glove Box Cooling | No | Yes | |
12v Power Outlet | Yes | Yes | |
Height Adjustable Driver Seat | Yes | Yes | |
Adjustable Headrests | Yes | Yes | |
Distance to Empty display | Yes | Yes | |
Navigation System | Yes | Yes | |
Instrument Console | Yes | Yes |
Safety
3-Series Safety | GLC Safety | ||
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Airbags | 6 | 7 | |
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount) | Yes | Yes | |
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) | Yes | Yes | |
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) | Yes | Yes | |
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist) | Yes | No | |
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) | No | Yes | |
ASR / Traction Control | Yes | Yes | |
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | NO | Yes | |
Hill Assist | Yes | Yes | |
Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes | |
Central Locking | Yes | Yes | |
Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror | No | Yes | |
Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera | No | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
3-Series Dimensions & Capacity | GLC Dimensions & Capacity | ||
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Length | 4824 mm | 4716 mm | |
Width | 1811 mm | 1890 mm | |
Height | 1429 mm | 1640 mm | |
Wheelbase | 2810 mm | 2888 mm | |
Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 201 mm | |
No. of Seats | 5 | 5 | |
No. of Doors | 4 | 5 | |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 62 Litres | |
Engine Oil Capacity | 6.5 Litres | 6.3 Litres | |
Boot Space | 480 Litres | 550 Litres | |
Kerb Weight | 1745 kg | 2000 kg | |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Pros & Cons
3-Series Pros & Cons | GLC Pros & Cons | ||
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Which Car Do You Like More ?
Detailed Comparison of BMW 3-Series and Mercedes-Benz GLC
Safety
3-Series comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ASR / Traction Control, Hill Assist, Reverse Camera, Central Locking. GLC has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Hill Assist, Reverse Camera, Central Locking, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera.
Body
3-Series has doors and seats. It is an with 480 Litres boot space, 59 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 165 mm. It is 1811 mm wide, 1429 mm high and 4824 mm long. It has 1745 kg kerb weight and 2810 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, GLC is an with doors and seats ,62 Litres fuel tank capacity, 550 Litres boot space, 201 mm ground clearance.It has 1640 mm height, 4716 mm length, 1890 mm width, and 2000 kgkerb weight.
Transmission
BMW 3-Series comes with AWD and 8 Speed Automatic transmission. And GLC comes with 4WD and 9 Speed Automatic transmission.