Quicker Acceleration
X3 xDrive30: 0–60 mph in 6.0 sec (GLC 300 4MATIC: 6.2 sec).
2.0L turbo I-4 (mild hybrid)
xDrive AWD
Key Takeaways: 2025 X3 xDrive30 vs 2025 GLC 300 4MATIC
Higher EPA Fuel Economy
EPA (mpg): 27 city / 33 hwy / 29 combined (GLC: 24 / 32 / 27).
+3 city
+1 hwy
+2 combined
More Cargo Capacity
Seats up: 31.5 cu.ft. vs 22.0 (GLC); seats down: 67.1 vs 56.3.
+9.5 cu.ft. seats up
+10.8 cu.ft. seats down
Value and Ownership
MSRP: X3 $49,950 vs GLC $50,400. BMW 3 yr/36k complimentary maintenance; GLC: no complimentary maintenance.
SiriusXM 12-mo trial (X3)
19-inch wheels standard (X3)
Data reflects latest available information as of January 2025. Availability and specifications may vary.
BMW X3 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC: Specs at a Glance
Powertrain
- X3 xDrive30: 2.0-liter turbo inline-4 (mild hybrid), 8-speed sport automatic w/ paddles, xDrive AWD
- GLC 300 4MATIC: 2.0-liter turbo inline-4 (mild hybrid), 9-speed automatic w/ paddles, 4MATIC AWD
Performance and Efficiency
- 0–60 mph: 6.0 s (X3) vs 6.2 s (GLC)
- EPA mpg: 27 / 33 / 29 (X3) vs 24 / 32 / 27 (GLC)
- Horsepower/Torque: 255 hp / 295 lb-ft (X3) vs 255 hp / 295 lb-ft (GLC)
Interior Space
- Seating: 5 (both)
- Passenger volume: 101.4 cu.ft. (X3) vs 105.0 cu.ft. (GLC)
- Cargo (seats up/down): 31.5 / 67.1 cu.ft. (X3) vs 22.0 / 56.3 (GLC)
- Head room (1st/2nd): 40.5"/38.2" (X3) vs 41.3"/39.7" (GLC)
- Leg room (1st/2nd): 40.2"/36.3" (X3) vs 40.7"/37.4" (GLC)
Feature Differences (X3 vs GLC 300 4MATIC)
Standard on X3 (Optional on GLC)
- Lane Departure Warning
- Active Blind Spot Detection
- Speed Limit Info
Standard on Both
- Navigation
- Parking Assistant
- Power-folding exterior mirrors
- Voice control
Choice and Personalization
- Available Paint Colors: 12 (X3) vs 8 (GLC)
- SiriusXM trial: 12-month (X3) vs 6-month (GLC)
- 19-inch wheels: Standard (X3) vs Optional (no cost) (GLC)
Safety Tech: X3 xDrive30 vs GLC 300 4MATIC
Both Models
- ABS and Advanced Automatic Braking
- Electronic Stability Control
- Surround View (available)
- Traffic Jam Assist (available)
- Auto-dimming exterior mirrors
X3 Advantages
- Lane Departure Warning (standard X3; optional GLC)
- Active Blind Spot Detection (standard X3; optional GLC)
- Front Cross Traffic Alert (standard X3; optional GLC)
- Speed Limit Info (standard X3; optional GLC)
Crash Testing
GLC lists a 5-Star NHTSA rating (2024 data); X3 rating not available in the guide.
Value and Pricing
MSRP
- X3 xDrive30: $49,950
- GLC 300 4MATIC: $50,400
Options Snapshot*
- Surround View w/ 3D View: $3,400 in package (X3) vs $2,200 in package (GLC)
- Premium Audio: $875 (X3) vs $2,200 in package (GLC)
- Navigation: Standard (X3) vs $650 (GLC)
- Wireless Charging: Standard (both)
- Rear manual side-window shades: $250 (X3) vs Not available (GLC)
- SiriusXM trial: 12-month (X3) vs 6-month (GLC)
- Complimentary maintenance: 3 yr/36,000 mi (X3) vs None (GLC)
* Some option pricing based on 2024 data per the guide.
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Legal and Disclaimers
Information adapted from the “2025 BMW X3 xDrive30 vs 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC Competitive Reference Guide.” Vehicle specifications, pricing, and availability based on latest data as of January 2025 and may change without notice. Always verify current pricing, packages, equipment, and ratings with Orange County BMW. EPA estimates are for comparison only; actual mileage may vary.