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Mercedes-Benz GLC 300e
Suv · Phev
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BMW X3 xDrive30e
Suv · Hybrid · AWD
Mercedes-Benz GLC 300e
Car A
Mercedes-Benz GLC 300e
A 5-seat plug-in hybrid that blends efficient commuting with family-ready practicality, offering up to 100 km electric range and a 500 L trunk. Strong efficiency and solid safety standing make it a capable choice for growing families and road trips.
5 seatsSuvPhev5-star safety2.1 L/100km320 hpPlug-in hybrid
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 safetyAWDHybrid
Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 64 / 76
City 50 / 51
Budget / value 44 / 63
Road trip 56 / 59
Performance 30 / 34
Cargo 36 / 38
Practical 46 / 61
Premium 54 / 52
Winter 36 / 76

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz GLC 300e · Orange = BMW X3 xDrive30e

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz GLC 300e BMW X3 xDrive30e
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz GLC 300e

  • Up to 100 km electric range with hybrid backup suits mixed driving
  • Very low combined consumption of 2.1 is efficient for its class
  • Five seats and 500 L trunk work well for growing families and road trips
  • Strong safety standing within its class per rankings

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 300e if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz GLC 300e uses 2.1 L/100km vs 2.4 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
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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