The 2020 Mercedes-Benz claims a position in the top third of our luxury compact SUV rankings. It is spot-on in every aspect, offering a pleasing ride experience, comfortable seating, and an impressive range of technology features. It has passed with the highest ratings in every crash test.
The 2020 Subaru Ascent falls in the middle of our midsize SUV rankings. It offers convenient handling, easy-grip even on slick roads, plenty of safety features. However, it drops in rank on the reliability rating front. Ascent promises a satisfying set of features, but can it beat Mercedes GLC in the major areas?
The Ascent has quite a familiar style. Its exterior resembles Subaru Outback in regards to proportions and the window kink at the rear roof pillar. It’s an eight-seater and the three-rowed cabin offers a generous volume to its occupants. The third row though isn’t class-leading but is comfortable and easily accessible for adults. The interior has modest materials which may not offer a lavish feel but is welcoming enough.
The GLC comes in a brand new style with a massive Mercedes logo at the beautifully curved fenders. It looks stunning and has a more well-defined structure than its siblings. It also boasts of a dashing interior style at every inch. The competition for the best interior is no doubt fierce, but with top-notch interior composition and insulation from wind and road noise, GLC stakes a claim to victory.
GLC has an above-average standard infotainment system. It also gives you an option to include several add-on features like audio and navigation systems. You get a range of options for connectivity like *Bluetooth®, USB port, or advance options like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Safety-wise, it has all top functions including the adaptive cruise control.
All Ascents feature standard smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Its StarLink system is quite simple and user-friendly. It has some of the standard safety features like lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, front-collision mitigation etc. Subaru’s EyeSight works well overall for front crash prevention, but buyers complain that the lane-detection system is too sensitive.
The Ascent boasts of an impressive turbocharged engine, with 2.4 liter four cylinder engine equipped with a CVT gearbox. Despite the smaller engine size, it provides plenty of power. The engine offers 260 hp and 277 pt-ft of torque. The only drawback is the occasional lags of the powertrain and the raspy sounds it often makes.
The Mercedes-Benz GLC trims give you the choice to go with the base engine – 255 hp turbocharged four cylinders, or the performance-tuned AMG® models with higher hp twin-turbo V6. If you want to get your hands on a power-packed beast, AMG® GLC 63 S models boast a 503-hp twin-turbo V8 engine and will be better suited for you.
The 2020 GLC is a practical choice if you are looking for a fine spacious interior, a wealth of safety features, and a reliable engine. All-wheel drive ensures safety even when the roads are dicey.
If you are interested in buying the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC, let Mercedes-Benz of Huntington deliver the best deal in town for you. We serve customers throughout the state and its surrounding regions. Drop by our showroom located in Huntington or call us to pre-book for a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC test drive appointment today!
