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Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d
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Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d
Car A
Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d combines efficient running (5.9 L/100 km) with five-seat practicality and a 550 L trunk, suiting growing families and road trips. Safety and everyday usability are strong, while outright performance and winter prowess take a back seat.
5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety
BMW X3 xDrive30e
Car B
BMW X3 xDrive30e
The BMW X3 xDrive30e blends SUV practicality with plug-in efficiency, delivering AWD assurance and space for a growing family. It offers good value in its segment if you want electric commuting with petrol flexibility, but it isn’t built for performance driving or cargo-heavy duty.
5 seatsSuvHybrid5-star safety2.4 L/100km292 hpAWDHybrid
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Usage fit

Family 74 / 76
City 46 / 51
Budget / value 55 / 63
Road trip 57 / 59
Performance 28 / 34
Cargo 38 / 38
Practical 56 / 61
Premium 51 / 52
Winter 36 / 76

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d · Orange = BMW X3 xDrive30e

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d BMW X3 xDrive30e
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d

  • Efficient for its class at 5.9 L/100 km, helping keep running costs in check.
  • Family-ready space: 5 seats and a 550 L trunk for strollers, groceries, and luggage.
  • Solid safety standing in its segment.
  • Confident touring ability from 204 hp and 500 Nm, with 0–100 km/h in 7.8 s for easy merges and overtakes.

BMW X3 xDrive30e

  • Efficient plug-in hybrid: up to 50 km EV range and 2.4 combined consumption.
  • AWD traction for winter and variable weather.
  • Family-friendly space: 5 seats and a 550 L boot.
  • Balanced output (292 hp, 420 Nm) for confident everyday driving.

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d if…
Lower entry price
Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick BMW X3 xDrive30e if…
All-wheel drive
BMW X3 xDrive30e's AWD adds real-world confidence in wet, icy, or mixed-weather conditions.

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