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Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d
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Suv · Hybrid · AWD
Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d
Car A
Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d balances family practicality with long-distance efficiency, pairing 5.9 L/100km consumption with a 550 L trunk. Best for growing families and road trips with strong safety signals, while outright performance and winter prowess are not its focus.
5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety
BMW X5 xDrive45e
Car B
BMW X5 xDrive45e
A spacious AWD plug-in hybrid SUV that balances family practicality with efficiency for its class. Strong electric range makes everyday driving economical while retaining long-trip flexibility.
5 seatsSuvHybrid5-star safety2.1 L/100km394 hpAWDHybrid
Why compared better on fuelcomparison picksame body typesame ranking profilesame seatsstep-up price

Usage fit

Family 75 / 79
City 47 / 37
Budget / value 57 / 58
Road trip 57 / 73
Performance 28 / 40
Cargo 38 / 44
Practical 57 / 64
Premium 50 / 63
Winter 36 / 80

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d · Orange = BMW X5 xDrive45e

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d BMW X5 xDrive45e
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d

  • Efficient for its class at 5.9 L/100km, easing fuel stops on long trips
  • 550 L trunk and 5 seats suit everyday family duties and luggage
  • Safety ranks highly among its strengths in our signals
  • 400 Nm torque and 194 hp enable relaxed highway cruising and confident overtakes

BMW X5 xDrive45e

  • Up to 81 km electric range can cover most short commutes and errands
  • 650 L boot supports family gear and luggage for trips
  • AWD traction adds confidence in winter and mixed weather
  • Low combined consumption (2.1) when charged regularly

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d if…
Lower entry price
Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick BMW X5 xDrive45e if…
All-wheel drive
BMW X5 xDrive45e's AWD adds real-world confidence in wet, icy, or mixed-weather conditions.

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