GERMAN RIVALS! -- 2024 BMW X3 vs. 2024 Mercedes GLC 300: Comparison

Here's our comparison of the 2024 BMW X3 vs. the 2024 Mercedes GLC 300!
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These two German heavyweights are some of the best-selling luxury cars period! So as you might expect, the BMW and Mercedes rivalry is intensely shown with the X3 and GLC 300! But with an all-new Mercedes GLC has it now became more clear which German luxury crossover you should buy?? Go ahead: CLICK to find out :) Also, be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and tap the notification bell if you enjoyed this review -- it helps us more than you can imagine!
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0:00 Intro
0:44 Pricing Breakdown
1:47 Detailed Exterior Comparison
3:44 Interior Comparison
7:32 Rear Seats and Cargo Comparison
8:36 Test Drive & Impressions Comparison
12:50 Sound Level Reading (dB) Comparison
14:30 Comparison Conclusion
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[@CarConfections]

Looking to buy a BMW X3, Mercedes GLC, or any vehicle? Go to carconfections.com/new-car-quotes to learn about invoice pricing and get the BEST PRICE on vehicles in your local area!

[@JRB41]

X3 ALL DAY! Cant beat physical buttons, understated styling, and the driving dynamics of a BMW.

[@layingdragon2234]

Well, the outdated interior design for X3 can got beaten quite easily

[@OscarZheng50]

@@layingdragon2234 they'll fix it when they facelift the x3

[@layingdragon2234]

@@OscarZheng50 Yeah, I'll probably pick X3 over GLC when they did that. But for now, GLC just looks better

[@UhOhUmm]

@@layingdragon2234 GLC will look better for about a week of ownership, after that week the glossy plastic in touch areas will look worse than a dogs chew toy.

[@layingdragon2234]

@@UhOhUmm Not if you are somebody who cleans their own car

[@GarySaarimaki]

Love how you provide side by side specs for easy comparison

[@YA-xi9nf]

Great review thanks

[@limitedreach4446]

I like the looks in and out of the Mercedes more than the BMW, but the overall better car is the X3, imo. Ready to see the redesigned X3 coming for the 2025 model year.

[@chinggutierrez]

Hi a very comprehensive review. Although you could have mention regarding the cheapest to maintain overall.

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Fantastic comparison as always!😸

[@beverlyisrael3129]

CONGRATULATIONS 👏 ARE IN ORDER >EXCELLENT JOB GUYS

[@DominionAnako-bb7ry]

Love your video

[@CarConfections]

Thanks!

[@tgchris2222]

My X3 M40i is the best overall vehicle I’ve ever had, and I’ve had many. It’s good at everything…..

[@rebeltvr6046]

Wait till the warranty runs out and you find out that engine is all cheap plastic...

[@tgchris2222]

@@rebeltvr6046 I’m on my 2nd X3 and 6th BMW, not one significant issue…..

[@rebeltvr6046]

@@tgchris2222 You leased new for 3 yrs amirite? Problems start after that...

[@tgchris2222]

The B58 engine is considered one of the Best engines made. My lease buyout price was so good, I had to buy it. And that 6 cylinder is rock solid.

[@eseir64]

I bought a loaded 2022 X3 for $34K with 16K miles in 95% new condition. Amazing value and $20K depreciation to whoever had it before. I like physical buttons and touch screen access. I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@gabrielvillagomez2109]

Drove both and the interior quality on the X3 felt a little not so premium compared to the GLC, so chose the latter. I guess it’s all a preference thing.

[@halimat_ib]

Will you be reviewing the 2024 glc 300 coupe ?

[@eeldude]

It really depends on who’s driving. I would take the X3, but I am shopping for my 79 yo Mom so I would pick the GLC for her.

[@bizzybezz]

I own a x3 and I love itn

[@AandKs]

Love the GLC but the leg room in the front seats are a deal breaker. Surprised you guys didn't mention that in your video.

[@MrRichardyc]

just bought a 24 X3, it was $2k less than a similarly equipped GLC, along with the 'free' 3yrs maintenance with the BMW, it was a no brainer. MB needs to provide free maintence for at least 2yrs to keep competitive. MB thinks their buyers don't care about prices, well I guess I am not a MB buyer.

[@preoksaha4504]

Why is free in quotations lol

[@hadiwinata4897]

in my country bmw has 5 y warranty vs mercedes 3 y

[@hadiwinata4897]

in my country bmw has 5 y warranty vs mercedes 3 y

[@FOTISTHEOFILOU]

That Mercedes has so beautiful exterior and amazing interior

[@martinmontano7062]

GLC comes with a spare tire standard, it’s optional on the BMW. Otherwise very close and good review.

[@dancestacydance]

X3 has run flat tires 😃

[@tanekiagrant8479]

As much as I love Mercedes I'm going to have to go for a BMW who are Mike get both of them

[@robinator3202]

Love my 2024 GLC300. Smooth, quiet, excellent sound system and fuel economy much better than rated.

[@Ian-mv4qq]

Interesting comparison. I thought the X3 would compete with GLB that looks more like an SUV rather than GLC which has lower roof.

[@darriontunstall3708]

I would choose the Mercedes GLC! I love Mercedes, especially the all electric Mercedes eqs

[@brooksr4013]

Pretty much even can’t go wrong with either one. I bought my wife the X3 she loves it. I love it. Great SAV.

[@PickensDon]

You guys do great comparison esp with split screen. But please just cite the 0-60 time over the smile meter for better objectivity.

[@Thebusdriverandgamermorefan790]

Mercedes GLC300!

[@thewolf61691]

When the new X3 comes the gap will be even farther, BMW is for driving.

[@tanekiagrant8479]

I don't know which one the pig either GLC or X3 cars confection can you pick for me

[@emptynest2664]

Bought my X-3 in September. 3 days later I got rear ended by a 16 year old who was driving her parents X5. Yes, I realize that this has nothing to do with this video, but my concern was that it would have affected my sensors. The body work was fantastic and it is good as new.

[@gregthompson3231]

I would have thought that the X5 would have had autonomous braking to stop the car? Maybe it was an older X5? That worries me.

[@emptynest2664]

@@gregthompson3231 It was an older model.

[@titane22]

Make no mistake: this GLC's beautiful interior benefits from the very nice "enhanced ambient lighting" option. Mercedes is known for delivering cars without it. I bought a "GLC 300e AMG-LINE" which should have been equipped with this option. Well the car was delivered without it and basically they said: "Bad luck Mr. customer: there's nothing we can do about it. It's due to a shortage of semi-conductors". If you don't believe me, ask your dealer: They have an internal memo explaining this problem. Of course: NO REFUNDS and NO “RETRO-FITTING”. I got a lawyer envolved and the offerd 1400 EUR to spend in their dealership. I refused so we will go to court. Sad but true story.

[@JulyOverland]

GLC all day

[@alanr711]

Nice SUV the only issue in the US is the unavailable Continental Eco Contact 6Q tires. Two flats one repairable. Dealer removed one from a new SUV. Mercedes Corp still terrible in reference to.a resolution on these tires. Ordered a AWD but they put on Summer tires that are not sold in the US. Will be filing a law suit within the year. Mercedes customer service is still horrible in my opinion. My next SUV will be a Lexus!!!!!

[@937553]

GLC for the win!!!!

[@bulolo_wilber]

❤

[@ShowersnApril4]

They said the description

[@ELP1125]

BMW interior looks kinda haphazard, doesn't compare visually to the Mercedes. But BMW is more for sport, and Mercedes is more for comfort.

[@californialosangeles5011]

X3 got a great looking exterior and the interior is even better you have actually buttons don’t like the way Mercedes is heading with their interiors put physical buttons not a bigger screen and to much material surface

[@scotthayesproductions5715]

I'll choose the CX5 Signature and save about 20K off either one of these vehicles. And, built in Japan.

[@evebeed7513]

Love my GLC

[@jgrant2064]

glc vs gv70 next?

[@lpg8518]

This is such a gimmick. I went to their website to see if I could get the invoice price for the GLC and after entering the required information, I got an email that says that dealerships will be reaching out to me!! Seriously?? Like what I really want is so many dealerships calling me. Argh!! I wish I hadn't trusted these guys, they basically sell you out to dealerships.

[@XmarvelsX]

I don’t understand why comparison is against lowest cheapest equipment options? These cars differ so much, just gonintonconfigurator and see how different these are from base line. The actual price for these with good equipment not with top engines is 100k usd

[@CarConfections]

You're thinking of the X5 and GLE

[@XmarvelsX]

No🫠 please check Mercedes configurator, not preselected options from dealership that miss like 20%of them

[@XmarvelsX]

Us miss actually stuff that is available for Europe😢

[@TheGamingAudiophile]

I’d take the Audi Q5 Prestige over these two.

[@thereo420]

It's a lil outdated but ok

[@TheGamingAudiophile]

@@thereo420 It’s better built and doesn’t look like a cheap spaceship inside.

[@XDMIIIIIIIII]

@@TheGamingAudiophile? The bimmer doesn't look like a spaceship

[@MrBigBoy4Life]

😂🤣😂🤣

[@md8744]

Every time see compare with these rivals I must say glc 300 is always over 10000% bmw x3 even x5 ( just comfortable only) bmw x3 never can catch up with glc 300, just because of sound audio is fantastic, gorgeous, clarity sound I ever tasted, comfortable of long trip, 4 cyls but it works like 6cylinders , you drive glc 300 over the bumps or whatever is not evenly on street you feel it glides over very smooth, these are the reason why we traded in x3 M sport package to get glc 300 2021 with 12k miles, so good and it worths with every 1$ dollar from your pocket. Yes.

[@Wisdom7I]

You bought the BMW sport model when you actually preferred the opposite. The standard BMW would have been a better choice for you

[@RealKevGotEm]

I just realized they scam people with these extra “packages” when standard on other cars. Negotiate it all out

[@saeednrzadeh4754]

Even if X3 was complete loser here I would go with X3 because of 8 speed ZF trans, Driving dynamic of BMW is at another level.

[@newsmedia-one9756]

10:43 did anyone notice the Mercedes had a rear taillight light glitch in the center by the reverse light? That’s not the only vehicle I’ve noticed with Mercedes. I’d rather buy a genesis than buy Mercedes.

[@JohnSmith-me2wg]

Its the rear foglight i think.. going back 20 30 yrs it has always looked silly, ppl press all the buttons. The front 2 fogs may or may not look cool depending on ones taste, but many drivers press all the buttons to go all out and end up with one silly / glitchy looking brake light

[@kevij371]

That's rear fog light. Not only in mercedes every European cars have rear fog lights ig.

[@preoksaha4504]

@@kevij371I learned something new today lol

[@newsmedia-one9756]

@@titaniumspecial4207 makes sense

[@car_tar3882]

How the hell can any moral person sell a 50k car without 3zone climate and buttons

[@Mar-us9hm]

Is the X3 the smallest SUV BMW has to offer ?

[@kingceto2175]

No the X1 is their smallest.

[@amandacanovas4115]

X3 any day rather than a Merc

[@m7s72]

X3❤

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

I'll perfur Mercedes!

[@Lucky-gk7ez]

It’s the best or nothing! 😎

[@johndonohue3962]

Quality has become an issue for MB

[@geothermal7999]

X3 Interior is outdated! Way better with F1 cockpit like GLC300.

[@kelee4730]

Mazda CX60 will be very competitive in this segment market

[@thebigone6071]

I love me a Bimmer but I’ll take the Benz too if my boo boo wants to get me both!!! But top trim levels only! My cakes need to be cradled in both style and luxury boo! My BBL deserves only the best!!!!

[@zydrunasnormaliai6997]

Mercedes better as always, more luxury, more comfort, better seats, mild hybrid

[@OscarZheng50]

the bmw focuses more on driving dynamics and making the driver happy they chose to go with a bmw

[@zydrunasnormaliai6997]

@@OscarZheng50 in my opinion, comfort is more important, so in my opinion, Mercedes is always better than Bmw

[@zydrunasnormaliai6997]

@@OscarZheng50 In Germany, the Germans themselves asked them what they value the most, which car is the best, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi or Porsche. The absolute majority consider Mercedes-Benz to be the best. So Mercedes is always Mercedes is a top 1.

[@OscarZheng50]

@@zydrunasnormaliai6997 yeah well majority of the population just wants a comfy ride from one place to another, the car enthusiasts on the other hand want something more sporty and fun like a porsche or BMW. those brands focus on the driving experience while mercs are built like a mobile couch

[@zydrunasnormaliai6997]

@@OscarZheng50 Mercedes drivers wants luxury, comfort, prestige Mercedes is not a poorly driven car. it is more balanced. There is also a sporty version. In addition, you probably did not understand that the Germans themselves consider the Mercedes brand to be the most serious and best representative of their country. And not only them. Bmw were often cheaper than Mercedes, so others also bought bmw, because Mercedes was too expensive for them.

[@b286guy]

X3

[@jimmclean829]

Just rented an X3 for a week. Was quite shocked about the poor drive quality and crappy interior.

[@user-ev2px3mi2g]

It is a older model compared to the glc which is newer I think when the new model comes it will be on the same league as the Benz

[@gertstolk]

Newer isn't always better 🤔

[@MrBigBoy4Life]

All a matter of individual taste. I have a 2023 X3 and I’m constantly getting compliments of the beautiful congnac colored interior.

[@RealKevGotEm]

I hated the new Mercedes interior 🤮 when I saw in person

[@enabulujames7066]

It is a joke to give the Mercedes-Benz more point for interior quality than the bmw

[@BisanKoirala]

BMW much better both interior and exterior but the new one is going to be worse with the super big screen

[@reedexporu]

Mercedes just doesn't look good, dull car. X3 is much better.

[@ialjuna]

It’s more comparable to X4 .. not a good video to watch 👎🏻

[@RellupNorth]

X3 has X5 presence now. GLC looks bulbous and whale like. Too curvy and feminine

[@truthteller6932]

BMW total crap! Transmission failure very common. Plus remember to keep topping up your engine oil. That’s why they throw in the free service because they expect it to be in the shop frequently. 😂

[@Tully3674]

People buy BMWs to go fast. People buy Merc's to show what you can afford (even if most who lease either live month to month). Merc for the win because it will spend less time under warranty work than the BMW (I'd favor a Genesis GV70/GV80 or Lexus RX)..

[@jmass1100]

They are both overpriced , ugly , and potentially expensive future trouble. Buy a 4Runner. Much more fun and they will not strand you.

[@MrBigBoy4Life]

“Buy a 4Runner”. I need not say anything else.

[@elvismegabrain752]

Both bmw and Benz is ugly and outdated boring to drive Toyota 4Runner is more fun to drive and have better handling and sportier to drive and is good looking car inside and out and more luxurious than the bmw and Benz yes you are right 😂