BMW X3 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC
X3 vs GLC
Key Highlights | BMW X3 | Mercedes-Benz GLC |
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Price | Rs.75.80 Lakh | Rs.78.30 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
Power | 192.64 bhp @ 5000rpm | 258 bhp @ 5800 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 13.38 kmpl | 14.72 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
X3 specifications | GLC specifications | |
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On Road Price | 87.63 Lakh Price Breakup | 90.52 Lakh Price Breakup |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
User Rating | 4.3 | 4.2 |
Boot Space (Litres) | 550 Litres | 550 Litres |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Engine Displacement | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
Max Power (bhp @rpm) | 192.64 bhp @ 5000rpm | 258 bhp @ 5800 rpm |
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Exterior
X3 Exterior | GLC Exterior | |
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Sunroof Type | Panoramic | Panoramic |
Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Electrically Adjustable & Retractable |
Turn Indicators on ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
Rear Wiper | Yes | Yes |
Rear Defogger | Yes | Yes |
Bootlid Opener | Yes | Electric Opening and Closing |
Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | LED |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Projector headlight | - | Yes |
Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
X3 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | GLC Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Front Suspension | Double -joint Tension-rod Spring-strut Axle | DYNAMIC air suspension |
Rear Suspension | Five-link Axle | DYNAMIC air suspension |
Front Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Wheels | Alloy | Alloy |
Spare Wheel | Alloy | Steel |
Front Tyre Size | 245/50 R19 | 235/55 R19 |
Rear Tyre Size | 245/50 R19 | 235 / 55 R19 |
Turning Radius | 6 meters | 5.9 meters |
Tyre Size Spare | 135/80 R19 | 235/55 R19 |
Wheels Size | R19 | R19 |
Instrumentation
X3 Instrumentation | GLC Instrumentation | |
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Low Fuel Level Warning | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable Cluster Brightness | Yes | Yes |
Fuel level guage | Digital | Digital |
Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Shift Indicator | Yes | No |
Tachometer | Digital | Yes |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Yes |
Avg fuel economy display | Yes | - |
Infotainment & Communication
X3 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 |
Touchscreen Size | 12.3 inches | 11.9 inch |
Display Screen for Rear Passengers | - | No |
Bluetooth Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Gesture Control | Yes | No |
Integrated Music System | Yes | Yes |
Speakers | 6 | Yes |
AM/FM Radio | Yes | - |
USB Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
X3 Warranty | GLC Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 2 Years/40000 kms | 2 Years/Unlimited kms |
Extended Warranty | 3rd Year/Unlimited Mileageg | 8 Years/Unlimited kms |
Engine & Transmission
X3 Engine & Transmission | GLC Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Capacity | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Type | TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder | 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Cylinder Configuration | DOHC | DOHC |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Gears | 8 | 9 Speed |
Power | 192.64 bhp @ 5000rpm | 258 bhp @ 5800 rpm |
Torque | 310 nm @ 1500-4000 rpm | 400 Nm @ 2000 - 3200 rpm |
Fast Charging | No | No |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD |
ARAI Certified Economy | 13.38 kmpl | 14.72 kmpl |
Top Speed | 231 kmph | 240 kmph |
Emission Norm | BS6 | BS VI 2.0 |
Comfort & Convenience
X3 Comfort & Convenience | GLC Comfort & Convenience | |
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Ventilated Seats | Yes | Yes |
Ventilated Seats Type | Front Seats | Cooled and heated |
AC | Yes | Yes |
Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
Automatic climate control | Yes | Yes |
Heater | Yes | Yes |
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors | Yes | Driver & Co-Driver |
Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
Start / Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
Power Steering | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable steering | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
Leather streering wheels | Yes | No |
Drive Modes | 3 | 5 |
Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
Safety
X3 Safety | GLC Safety | |
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NCAP Rating | 5 Star (Euro NCAP) | 5 Star (Euro NCAP) |
Airbags | 6 | 7 |
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount) | Yes | Yes |
Overspeed Warning | 1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph | 1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph |
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) | Yes | Yes |
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) | Yes | Yes |
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist) | No | No |
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) | Yes | Yes |
ASR / Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes | Yes |
Lane Departure Warning | No | Yes |
Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Yes | No |
Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes |
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt | Yes | Yes |
Rear Middle Head Rest | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
X3 Dimensions & Capacity | GLC Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 4755 mm | 4716 mm |
Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
Height | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase | 2865 mm | 2888 mm |
Ground Clearance | 204 mm | 201 mm |
No. of Seats | 5 | 5 |
No. of Doors | 5 | 5 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 Litres | 62 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 6.5 Litres | 6.3 Litres |
Boot Space | 550 Litres | 550 Litres |
Kerb Weight | - | 2000 kg |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of BMW X3 and Mercedes-Benz GLC
Safety
X3 comes loaded with 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, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, 360 degree camera, Reverse Camera, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, ADAS. 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, Lane Departure Warning, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, 360 degree camera, Reverse Camera, Blind Spot Detection, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera.
Body
X3 has doors and seats. It is an with 550 Litres boot space, 68 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 204 mm. It is 1920 mm wide, 1660 mm high and 4755 mm long. It has kerb weight and 2865 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 X3 comes with AWD and 8 Automatic transmission. And GLC comes with 4WD and 9 Speed Automatic transmission.