BMW X5 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC

Last Updated: November 6, 2026

Mercedes-Benz GLC price starts at Rs. 78.00 Lakh, which is Rs. 18.90 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of BMW X5, priced at Rs. 96.90 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the X5 offers a claimed 12 kmpl, while the GLC delivers 18 kmpl. On the performance front, the X5 uses a 2993cc engine producing 281.68bhp@4000rpm and the GLC a 1993cc engine producing 194.44bhp@3600rpm. If you're deciding between the X5 and GLC, the X5 is the better pick for performance and top speed, while the GLC stands out for affordability and mileage.

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X5 vs GLC Comparison Summary

Specification BMW X5Mercedes-Benz GLC
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 96.90 LakhRs. 78.00 Lakh
Mileage 12 kmpl18 kmpl
Engine 2993 cc1993 cc
Max power 281.68bhp@4000rpm194.44bhp@3600rpm
Top speed 243 Km/h219 Km/h

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Basic Info BMW X5 xDrive30d M SportMercedes-Benz GLC 220dBMW X3 xDrive 20d M Sport
Rating
28 reviews
1 review
1 review
Brand Name BMW Mercedes-Benz BMW
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.13 Crore Check On Road Price Rs. 78.00 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 78.20 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 2993 cc 1993 cc 1995 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 281.68bhp@4000rpm 194.44bhp@3600rpm 194bhp@4000rpm
No Of Cylinders 6 4 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 8-Speed Steptronic 9-Speed Tronic 8-Speed
Drive Type 4WD AWD AWD
Colors
BMW X5 Colors
Mercedes Benz GLC Colors
BMW X3 Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) 12 Kmpl 18 kmpl Not Available
Tyre Size 21 235/55 R19 245/50 R19
Boot Space 645 Liters 620 Liters Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI Not Available
Rs. 1,50,887 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,51,274 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 4.67 Lakh X5 Insurance GLC Insurance X3 Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Displacement
2993 cc
1993 cc
1995 cc
Engine Type
Turbo 6-cylinder engine
OM654M
2.0L Diesel
Engine Displacement
2993 cc
1993 cc
1995 cc
Max Power
281.68bhp@4000rpm
194.44bhp@3600rpm
194bhp@4000rpm
Max Torque
650Nm@1500-2500rpm
440Nm@2000-3200rpm
400Nm@1500-2750rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
Not Available
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
6
4
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8-Speed Steptronic
9-Speed Tronic
8-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
4
Drive Type
4WD
AWD
AWD
Paddle Shift
Yes
No
Yes
Fuel Supply System
Not Available
CRDI
Not Available
Kerb Weight
2170 Kg
2000 Kg
Not Available
Turbo Charger
Yes
Yes
Yes
Super Charge
No
Not Available
Not Available

Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Diesel
0-100 kmph
6.1 Sec
8 Sec
7.7 Sec
Fuel Capacity
80 Liters
66 Liters
Not Available
Top Speed
243 Km/h
219 Km/h
Not Available
Mileage (ARAI)
12 Kmpl
18 kmpl
Not Available
Mileage (Highway)
Not Available
18 kmpl
Not Available

Alloy Wheel Size Front
21
19inch
19
Alloy Wheel Size Rear
21
19inch
19
steeringGearType
Not Available
219
Not Available
Suspension Front
Air suspension
Multi-link suspension
Air suspension
Suspension Rear
Air suspension
Multi-link suspension
Air suspension
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Electric
Tyre Size
21
235/55 R19
245/50 R19
Wheel Size
Not Available
R19
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless, Runflat
Tubeless,Radial
Not Available

Dual Tone Dashboard
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
No
Yes
Additional Interior Features
Black, Sensatec Black
Not Available
Not Available
Electronic Multi-Tripmeter
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Digital Cluster Size
12.3
12.3 inch
12.3
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
Not Available
No
Not Available
Rear Reading Lamp
Yes
Yes
Yes
Upholstery
Not Available
Leather
Not Available
Lighting
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),Rain Sensing Driving Lights,Cornering Headlights,LED Tail lamps,LED Fog Lights
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),LED Tail lamps
Not Available
Interior Lighting
Not Available
Ambient light,Boot Lamp
Not Available
Leather Seats
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Rear Seat Headrest
Yes
Yes
Adjustable
Digital Cluster
Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 12.3 Instrument Display
Yes
Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Yes
Ambient Light Colour
6
64
Not Available
Digital Odometer
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Yes
Cargo Volume
645
Not Available
Not Available
Seating Capacity
5
5
5
Doors
5
5
5
Boot Space
645 Liters
620 Liters
Not Available

Alloy Wheels
Yes
Yes
Yes
Trunk Opener
Smart
Remote
Not Available
Additional Exterior Features
Illuminated Kidney (Iconic Glow) Grille, BMW Adaptive LED Headlights with(BMW Selective Beam, High-beam assistant,Blue Design Element, Accent lighting with turn indicators), Sun Protection Glazing, Exterior mirrors(anti-dazzle function (driver's side) and parking function for passenger side exterior mirror), Two-part tailgate, BMW Individual roof rails High-Gloss Shadow Line
"Aluminium-look running boards with, Rear trim strip Plastic Chrome Plated rubber studs, Door sill panels, Illuminated door sill panels with “Mercedes-Benz” The manual pull-out roller sunblinds protect against direct, lettering, Door Handle Recesses, large, 2-piece, AMG Filler Cap, LCD projector, With animated Mercedes-Benz pattern"
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wiper
Yes
Yes
Yes
Wheel Covers
No
No
Not Available
ORVM
Not Available
Not Available
Powered
Boot Opening
Not Available
Automatic
Hands-Free
Automatic Driving Lights
Yes
Yes
Yes
Chrome Garnish
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Cornering Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Integrated Antenna
Yes
Not Available
Yes
LED DRLs
Yes
Yes
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Yes
Puddle Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Halogen Headlamps
No
Yes
Not Available
Sun Roof
Yes
Yes
Panoramic
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Tinted Glass
No
No
Not Available
Side Stepper
No
Yes
Not Available
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
No
Yes
Not Available
Chrome Grille
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Outside Temperature Display
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Heated Wing Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Smoke Headlamps
Not Available
No
Not Available
Removable Convertible Top
No
No
Not Available
Roof Carrier
No
No
Not Available
Sunroof / Moonroof
Yes
Yes
Yes
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
Yes
Yes
Xenon Headlights
No
Yes
Not Available
Trunk Light
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Yes
Antenna
No
No
Shark Fin
Roof Rails
Yes
Yes
Not Available
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Yes
Length*Width*Height
4922*2004*1745 mm3
4716*1890*1640 mm3
4708*1891*1676 mm3
Wheelbase
2975 mm
2580 mm
Not Available
No. Of Doors
5
5
5

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Addtional Comfort Features
Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 12.3 Instrument Display
DIRECT SELECT lever, DYNAMIC SELECT, Technical Underguard, driver assistance systems
Not Available
USB Charger
Front
Front
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Yes
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Available
No
Not Available
Rear Curtain
Not Available
No
Not Available
Luggage Hook and Net
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Battery Saver
Not Available
No
Yes
Lane Change Indicator
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Additional Entertainment Features
464 W Harman Kardon Surround Sound system, BMW Connected Package Professional(Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote software upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant), Digital Key Plus
connect with Alexa, Google Home integration and Parking location on navigation system
Not Available
Smart Entry
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Climate Control
5 Zone
Yes
3 Zone
Massage Seats
Not Available
Front
Not Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Front
Driver's Seat Only
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking
No
Full
Not Available
Drive Modes
4
4
Not Available
Internal Storage
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
No of Speakers
16
15
15
Rear Entertainment System
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Adjustable Steering
Yes
Yes
Height & Reach
Android Auto
No
Yes
Yes
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Yes
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
Yes
Cassette Player
No
Not Available
Not Available
Power Boot
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
USB Ports
Yes
Yes
Yes
Additional Features
Illuminated Kidney (Iconic Glow) Grille, BMW Adaptive LED Headlights with(BMW Selective Beam, High-beam assistant,Blue Design Element, Accent lighting with turn indicators), Sun Protection Glazing, Exterior mirrors(anti-dazzle function (driver's side) and parking function for passenger side exterior mirror), Two-part tailgate, BMW Individual roof rails High-Gloss Shadow Line
"Aluminium-look running boards with, Rear trim strip Plastic Chrome Plated rubber studs, Door sill panels, Illuminated door sill panels with “Mercedes-Benz” The manual pull-out roller sunblinds protect against direct, lettering, Door Handle Recesses, large, 2-piece, AMG Filler Cap, LCD projector, With animated Mercedes-Benz pattern"
Not Available
No of Tweeter
No
No
No
Power Windows
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Front & Rear
Power Windows Front
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Power Windows Rear
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Rear Window Washer
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Cupholders
Not Available
Not Available
Front & Rear
Rear Window Sunblind
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Audio System Remote Control
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
CD Changer
No
Not Available
Not Available
CD Player
No
Not Available
Not Available
Cupholders Rear
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Driving Experience Control Eco
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Remote Trunk Opener
Yes
Yes
Not Available
WiFi Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Not Available
Tilt and Telescopic
Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Yes
Yes
Yes
Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
No
Touchscreen Size
Not Available
11.9 Inch
14.9 inch
Lumbar Support
Yes
No
Yes
MirrorLink
Not Available
No
Not Available
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes
Yes
Yes
Subwoofer
No
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split
60:40 Split
40:20:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear ACVents
Yes
Yes
Yes
Touchscreen
Yes
Yes
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
No
Not Available
Air Quality Control
Yes
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Yes
Hands Free Tailgate
Yes
Yes
No
Dual Trip Meter
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Yes
Yes
Memory Function Seats
Front
Driver's Seat Only
Not Available
Active Noise Cancellation
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Paddle Shifters
Yes
No
Yes
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Rear Windscreen Sunblind
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Yes
Voice assisted sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Voice Commands
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Clock
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Powered Seats
Front Only
Front and Rear
Front Only
Cooled Glovebox
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Yes
Yes
Push Ignition
Yes
Yes
Yes
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Yes
Yes
USB Auxiliary Input
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
DVD Playback
No
Not Available
Not Available
Touch-screen Display
Yes
Yes
Yes
GPS Navigation System
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Speakers Front
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Speakers Rear
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Yes
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Yes
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Yes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Rear
Remote Operated Fuel Tank Lid
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Front Cupholders
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Moon Roof
Yes
Yes
Not Available

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
Not Available
All Windows
Driver
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Knee Airbags
No
Not Available
Not Available
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
No
Not Available
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
Not Available
Driver and Passenger
Driver and Passenger
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Hill Assist
No
Yes
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Yes
Not Available
Yes
360 View Camera
No
Yes
Yes
Curtain Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Anti Theft Device
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes
Yes
Yes
Side Airbag Rear
No
No
Not Available
Speed Alert
Yes
Yes
Yes
Fog Lights Front
Yes
Yes
Not Available
SOS Emergency Assistance
Yes
Yes
Yes
Fog Lights Rear
Yes
No
Not Available
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
6
7
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Geo-fence Alert
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control System (TCS)
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Automatic Start/Stop function, Active Air Stream Kidney Grille, Intelligent Light Weight Construction with 50:50 load distribution, Brake Energy Regeneration, Active Park Distance Control (PDC), Attentiveness Assistant, BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent maintenance system), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Electronic Vehicle Immobiliser, Electric Parking Brake with auto hold function, ISOFIX child seat mounting, rear outward seats, Run-Flat Tyres with reinforced side walls, Three-point seat belts at all seats, including pyrotechnic belt tensioners and belt force limiters in the front, Warning triangle with first-aid kit, Crash Sensor and Dynamic Braking Lights, Emergency Spare Wheel
Transparent Bonnet
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Yes
Lane Watch Camera
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Both
Front
Not Available
Rear Wash Wiper
No
Yes
Not Available
Day Night IRVM
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear Camera
With Guidedlines
With Guidedlines
With Guidedlines
Side Airbag
Yes
Yes
Yes

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Adaptive High Beam Assist
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Speed Assist System
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Yes
Not Available

Real Time Vehicle Tracking
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Remote Horn Light Control
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Remote Engine Start Stop
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Remote Climate Control
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Over the Air (OTA) Updates
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
SOS Button
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
RSA
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Live Location
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Unauthorised Vehicle Entry
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
E Manual
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Digital Car Key
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Navigation With Live Traffic
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Send Poi To Vehicle From App
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Live Weather
Not Available
Yes
Yes
ECall And ICall
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Save Route Place
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Over Speeding Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Remote Ac On Off
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Remote Door Lock Unlock
Not Available
Yes
Not Available

grossWeight
Not Available
2550 kg
Not Available
rearTread
1686 mm
1640 mm
Not Available
rearLegroom
Not Available
488 mm
Not Available
frontLegroom
Not Available
525 mm
Not Available
rearHeadroom
Not Available
1007 mm
Not Available
frontHeadroom
Not Available
1007 mm
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Mercedes-Benz GLC
  • Smooth driving experience with great performance, feature-loaded, practical cabin for four occupants, luxurious interior design and quality
Mercedes-Benz GLC
  • Priciest SUV in its segment, backseat comfort could’ve been better

Is BMW X5 Better Than Mercedes-Benz GLC?

60% users have chosen BMW X5 over Mercedes-Benz GLC in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 31 users have also rated BMW X5 and Mercedes-Benz GLC on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance, safety and features user have rated both the cars equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor X5 GLC
Mileage 5.0 5.0
Performance 5.0 5.0
Comfort 5.0 5.0
Maintenance 5.0 5.0
Safety 5.0 5.0
Features 5.0 5.0
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Which car is best between BMW X5 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance, safety and features user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper BMW X5 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC is cheaper than BMW X5 by ₹18.90 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance BMW X5 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC?
For the xDrive30d M Sport version, 2993 cc Diesel engine of X5 produces 281.68bhp@4000rpm of power and 650Nm@1500-2500rpm of torque. Whereas for the 220d version, 1993 cc Diesel engine of GLC produces 194.44bhp@3600rpm of power and 440Nm@2000-3200rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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