The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC has gained a reputation as one of the top luxury subcompact SUVs. It has a potent engine lineup and is equipped with a user-friendly infotainment system. It also has a posh and comfortable interior.
In the case of the 2021 BMW X3, expect some muscle in its engine options. There is also a roomy seating inside. Android Auto is a new option while lane departure warning and blind spot monitoring are now part of its standard list of features.
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC has an ample space to seat five adults of different shapes, sizes and ages. There is an abundance of headroom and legroom inside. Front seats are heated and are power-adjustable. It has standard synthetic leather upholstery with a leather-wrapped steering wheel. It is also known for being one of those luxury SUVs with the nicest interiors. Everything feels and looks high quality in the cabin.
The 2021 BMW X3, on the other hand, is a two-row SUV that also seats five people. It has well-cushioned and supportive front seats, with a driving position that works to the comfort of the driver. The backseats are best left for children though, whether taking long or short trips. Also coming standard is the synthetic leather upholstery and power-adjustable front seats. The cabin design is more of reserved than opulent.
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC has the latest infotainment system from the brand. This is the MBUX which is paired with a 10.2-inch touch screen. The screen displays crisp graphics and is intuitive to user inputs. It also comes with functional buttons on the dashboard which can be used for other features like the USB port, HD radio, and *Bluetooth® interface. It is also equipped with a voice recognition system, a touchpad and some buttons on its steering wheel. Safety features include driver drowsiness monitoring, hands-free park assist, blind spot monitoring with rea cross traffic alert, automatic emergency braking, front and rear parking sensors, and rearview camera.
Just like the GLC, the X3 has an infotainment system that is outfitted with a 10.2-inch touch screen. It displays vivid graphics and responds quickly to user commands. Smartphone interface is standard for Apple CarPlay, but Android Auto becomes optional. Other tech features are 12 speakers, Wi-Fi hot spot, Bluetooth®, and two USB ports, among others. Safety wise, it has a rearview camera, front and rear parking sensors, rear cross traffic alert, blind spot monitoring, automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, and lane departure warning.
The 2021 GLC is equipped with a basic turbo-four engine that oozes with 255 horsepower of output. Another version is the V6 twin-turbo that generates 385 horsepower. There is also a V8 twin-turbo that is ready to yield 469 horsepower.
The 2021 X3, on the other hand, generates 248-horsepower for its turbo-four engine. Another model generates 288hp. There is a turbo straight-six version that goes up to 382hp and the twin-turbo straight-six that results in 473 horsepower of output.
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC is wrapped in great design and style materials. It is also equipped with the best safety and tech features. Its powerful engine lineup will bring you places. It deserves all the attention it gets when compared to the X3.
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