BMW 3 Series vs Mercedes-Benz GLC

Mercedes-Benz GLC Price starts at Rs. 76.80 Lakh which is Rs. 1.90 Lakh costlier than base model of BMW 3 Series priced at Rs. 74.90 Lakh. The claimed mileage of BMW 3 Series (Petrol Model) is 13.02 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Mercedes-Benz GLC (Diesel Model) is 18 kmpl. In technical specifications, BMW 3 Series (Top Model) is powered by 2998 cc engine , while Mercedes-Benz GLC (Top Model) is powered by 1993 cc engine. The Comparison BMW 3 Series M340i xDrive vs Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

3 Series vs GLC

Key Highlights 3 Series M340i xDriveGLC 220d
Engine Type B58 Turbocharged I6 OM654M
Max Power 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm 194.44bhp@3600rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 13.02 Kmpl ...
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Basic Info BMW 3 Series M340i xDriveMercedes Benz GLC 220d
Rating
41 reviews
1 review
Brand Name BMW Mercedes Benz
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 74.90 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 77.80 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 2998 cc 1993 cc
Body Type Sedan,Luxury,SUVAll Sedan Cars SUV,LuxuryAll SUV Cars
Max Power 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm 194.44bhp@3600rpm
No Of Cylinders 6 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 8-Speed Steptronic 9-Speed Tronic
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Colors
BMW 3 Series Colors
Mercedes Benz GLC Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) 13.02 Kmpl ...
Tyre Size F225/40R19, R255/35R19 235/55 R19
Boot Space 480 Liters 620 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 1,44,890 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,50,500 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 3.18 Lakh 3 Series Insurance Rs. 3.29 Lakh GLC Insurance
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Engine Type
B58 Turbocharged I6
OM654M
Engine Displacement
2998 cc
1993 cc
Max Power
368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm
194.44bhp@3600rpm
Max Torque
500Nm@1900-5000rpm
440Nm@2000-3200rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
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No Of Cylinders
6
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8-Speed Steptronic
9-Speed Tronic
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
4WD
AWD
Paddle Shift
Fuel Supply System
...
CRDI
Kerb Weight
1745 Kg
2000 Kg
Turbo Charger
Twin
Mild Hybrid
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
0-100 kmph
4.4 Sec
8 Sec
Fuel Capacity
59 Liters
66 Liters
Top Speed
253 Km/h
219 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
13.02 Kmpl
...
Mileage (Highway)
...
18 kmpl

Suspension Front
Suspension Rear
Brakes Front
ventilated Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Steering Type
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Electric
Tyre Size
F225/40R19, R255/35R19
235/55 R19
Wheel Size
...
R19
Tyre Type
Run flat Radial
Tubeless,Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
Ventilated Seats
...
Additional Interior Features
BMW Individual Headliner Anthracite, Electrical seat adjustment for driver and passenger with memory function for drive, Floor mats in Velour, Front armrest with storage compartment, Interior mirrors with automatic anti-dazzle function, Ambient lighting with Welcome Light Carpet, Through loading system, Sport seats for driver and front passenger, Storage compartment package, Individual trim finisher in Carbon Fibre, Alcantara Sensatec combination Black, contrast stitching Blue
...
Fabric Upholstery
...
Leather Seats
Rear Seat Headrest
Digital Cluster
...
Air Conditioner
Ambient Light Colour
...
64
Digital Odometer
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
4
5
Boot Space
480 Liters
620 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Trunk Opener
...
Remote
Additional Exterior Features
Front ornamental grille frame and nuggets in High Gloss Black, Exterior air inlets in front bumper with embellishers in High Gloss Black, M Exterior mirror caps in High Gloss Black, Model designations and M badges, Tailpipe finishers in Black Chrome, M Aerodynamics Package, BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line with extended, Heat Protection Glazing contents, Acoustic Glazing on front windscreen, Adaptive LED Headlight ( Bi-level LED lights with low-beam and high-beam, ‘Inverted L'arranged daytime running lights and LED cornering lights, BMW Selective Beam, the dazzle-free high-beam assistant, Accent lighting with turn indicators, M Sport Exhaust, M Sport Brakes, BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line with extended contents, BMW Secure Advance includes Tyres, Alloys, Engine Secure, Key Lost Assistance and Golf Hole-in-O
"Aluminium-look running boards with, Rear trim strip Plastic Chrome Plated rubber studs, Door sill panels, Illuminated door sill panels with “Mercedes-Benz” The manual pull-out roller sunblinds protect against direct, lettering, Door Handle Recesses, large, 2-piece, AMG Filler Cap, LCD projector, With animated Mercedes-Benz pattern"
Rain Sensing Wiper
Xenon Headlights
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Trunk Light
Rear Spoiler
Antenna
...
Roof Rails
Length*Width*Height
4709*1827*1442 mm3
4716*1890*1640 mm3
Wheelbase
2651 mm
2580 mm

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Launch Control Function, BMW Connected Package Professional(Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote software upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant), Comfort access with Digital Key plus, M Sport Suspension, Variable Sport steering, intelligent 4WD with variable torque distribution, Servotronic Steering Assist, M Sport Differential
DIRECT SELECT lever, DYNAMIC SELECT, Technical Underguard, driver assistance systems
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front
Central Control Armrest
Available
Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Gear Shift Indicator
Rear Curtain
...
Not Available
Luggage Hook and Net
...
Battery Saver
...
Lane Change Indicator
...
Additional Entertainment Features
Wireless Smartphone Integration, Harman Kardon Surround Sound, Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 12.3” (31.2 cm) Instrument Display, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets,Navigation function with RTTI and 3D maps, Touch functionality, iDrive Touch with handwriting recognition and direct access buttons, Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote software upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant
connect with Alexa, Google Home integration and Parking location on navigation system
Smart Entry
...
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
Available
Massage Seats
...
Front
Memory Functions For Seat
...
Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking
...
Full
Drive Modes
4
4
No of Speakers
16
15
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
...
Power Steering
Steering Column
...
Tilt and Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Lumbar Support
Wireless Phone Charging
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split
60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Air Quality Control
...
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
...
Dual Trip Meter
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Memory Function Seats
...
Driver's Seat Only
Active Noise Cancellation
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Rear Windscreen Sunblind
...
Adjustable Headrest
Clock
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
USB Auxiliary Input
...
Touch-screen Display
GPS Navigation System
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Follow me home headlamps
...
Adjustable Headlamps
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Remote Operated Fuel Tank Lid
...
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
...
Panoramic
Moon Roof

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
...
4
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
...
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Blind Spot Monitor
...
Hill Descent Control
...
Hill Assist
...
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
...
360 View Camera
...
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
7
Brake Assist (BA)
Traction Control System (TCS)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
Cruise Control with Braking Function, Parking Assistant( Lateral Parking, Reversing Assistant, Active Air Stream Kidney Grille, Automatic Start/Stop function, Brake Energy Regeneration, BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent maintenance system), Cornering Brake Control, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Emergency Spare Wheel, Runflat tyres with reinforced side walls, Warning triangle with first-aid kit, Three-point seat belts for all seats, including pyrotechnic belt tensioners in the front with belt force limiters
Transparent Bonnet
Global NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
...
Child Safety Lock
Lane Watch Camera
...
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
...
Front
Rear Wash Wiper
...
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
...
3

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
...
Lane Departure Warning
...
Lane Keep Assist
...
Adaptive High Beam Assist
...
Speed Assist System
...
Traffic Sign Recognition
...

Google / Alexa Connectivity
...
Live Location
...
Digital Car Key
...
Navigation With Live Traffic
...
Send Poi To Vehicle From App
...
Live Weather
...
ECall And ICall
...
Save Route Place
...
Remote Ac On Off
...
Remote Door Lock Unlock
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Mercedes-Benz GLC
  • Smooth driving experience with great performance
  • feature-loaded
  • practical cabin for four occupants
  • luxurious interior design and quality
Mercedes-Benz GLC
  • Priciest SUV in its segment
  • backseat comfort could’ve been better
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Which car is best between BMW 3 Series vs Mercedes Benz GLC?
Mercedes-Benz GLC has out rated BMW 3 Series on all the rating factors.
Which car is cheaper BMW 3 Series vs Mercedes Benz GLC?
The BMW 3 Series is cheaper than Mercedes-Benz GLC by Rs. 2.90 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance BMW 3 Series vs Mercedes Benz GLC?
For the M340i xDrive version, 2998 cc Petrol engine of 3 Series produces 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm of power and 500Nm@1900-5000rpm of torque. Whereas for the 220d version, 1993 cc Diesel engine of GLC produces 194.44bhp@3600rpm of power and 440Nm@2000-3200rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the BMW 3 Series has better performance.

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