Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs Mercedes-Benz GLC

Last Updated: November 12, 2026

Mercedes-Benz GLC price starts at Rs. 77.00 Lakh, which is Rs. 5.00 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Mercedes-Benz E-Class, priced at Rs. 82.00 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the E-Class offers a claimed 15 kmpl, while the GLC delivers 18 kmpl. On the performance front, the E-Class uses a 1999cc engine producing 201bhp@5800rpm and the GLC a 1999cc engine producing 254.79bhp@5800rpm. If you're deciding between the E-Class and GLC, the GLC is the better pick for affordability and mileage.

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E-Class vs GLC Comparison Summary

Specification Mercedes-Benz E-ClassMercedes-Benz GLC
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 82.00 LakhRs. 77.00 Lakh
Mileage 15 kmpl18 kmpl
Engine 1999 cc1999 cc
Max power 201bhp@5800rpm254.79bhp@5800rpm
Top speed 240 Km/h240 Km/h

E-Class vs GLC Key Highlights

Basic Info Mercedes-Benz E-Class E 200Mercedes-Benz GLC 300BMW X3 xDrive 20d M Sport
Rating
4 reviews
1 review
1 review
Brand Name Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz BMW
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 82.00 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 77.00 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 78.20 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1999 cc 1999 cc 1995 cc
Body Type SedanAll Sedan Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 201bhp@5800rpm 254.79bhp@5800rpm 194bhp@4000rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 9-Speed 9-Speed 8-Speed
Drive Type AWD 4WD AWD
Colors
Mercedes Benz E-Class Colors
Mercedes Benz GLC Colors
BMW X3 Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) 15 kmpl 18 kmpl Not Available
Tyre Size Not Available 235/55 R19 245/50 R19
Boot Space Not Available 620 Liters Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 1,58,625 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,48,953 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,51,274 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 3.45 Lakh E-Class Insurance Rs. 3.26 Lakh GLC Insurance Rs. 3.31 Lakh X3 Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Displacement
1999 cc
1999 cc
1995 cc
Engine Type
Not Available
M254
2.0L Diesel
Engine Displacement
1999 cc
1999 cc
1995 cc
Max Power
201bhp@5800rpm
254.79bhp@5800rpm
194bhp@4000rpm
Max Torque
320Nm@1600-4000rpm
400Nm@1800-2200rpm
400Nm@1500-2750rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
Not Available
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
9-Speed
9-Speed
8-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
4
Drive Type
AWD
4WD
AWD
Paddle Shift
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Fuel Supply System
Not Available
MPI
Not Available
Kerb Weight
1810 Kg
2000 Kg
Not Available
Turbo Charger
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Regenerative Braking
Not Available
No
Not Available
Mild Hybrid
Not Available
No
Not Available
Fast Charging
Not Available
No
Not Available

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Diesel
0-100 kmph
7.5 Sec
6.2 Sec
7.7 Sec
Fuel Capacity
66 Liters
66 Liters
Not Available
Top Speed
240 Km/h
240 Km/h
Not Available
Mileage (ARAI)
15 kmpl
18 kmpl
Not Available
Mileage (City)
Not Available
8 kmpl
Not Available
Mileage (Highway)
15 kmpl
12.7 kmpl
Not Available

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

Dual Tone Dashboard
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Digital Cluster Size
Not Available
12.3 inch
12.3
Rear Reading Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Upholstery
Leather
Leather
Not Available
Interior Lighting
Not Available
,Ambient light,Boot Lamp
Not Available
Glove Box Light
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Seat Headrest
Adjustable
Yes
Adjustable
Digital Cluster
Yes
Yes
Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Yes
Ambient Light Colour
Not Available
64
Not Available
Digital Odometer
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Yes
Seating Capacity
5
5
5
Doors
Not Available
5
5
Boot Space
Not Available
620 Liters
Not Available

Alloy Wheels
Yes
Yes
Yes
Additional Exterior Features
Not Available
"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
Not Available
Not Available
ORVM
Powered & Folding
Not Available
Powered
Boot Opening
Electronic
Automatic
Hands-Free
Automatic Driving Lights
Yes
Yes
Yes
Chrome Garnish
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Cornering Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Integrated Antenna
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
LED DRLs
Yes
Yes
Yes
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Yes
Puddle Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Halogen Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Sun Roof
Panoramic
Panoramic
Panoramic
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Side Stepper
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Projector Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Chrome Grille
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Sunroof / Moonroof
Yes
Yes
Yes
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
Yes
Yes
Xenon Headlights
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Trunk Light
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Antenna
Not Available
Not Available
Shark Fin
Roof Rails
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Yes
Length*Width*Height
4949*1880*1468 mm3
4716*1890*1640 mm3
4708*1891*1676 mm3
Wheelbase
2961 mm
3095 mm
Not Available
No. Of Doors
Not Available
5
5

Connectivity
Not Available
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Addtional Comfort Features
Not Available
DIRECT SELECT lever, DYNAMIC SELECT, Technical Underguard, driver assistance systems
Not Available
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
Yes
Not Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Luggage Hook and Net
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Battery Saver
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Lane Change Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Additional Entertainment Features
Not Available
connect with Alexa, Google Home integration and Parking location on navigation system
Not Available
Smart Entry
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Climate Control
5 Zone
Yes
3 Zone
Memory Functions For Seat
Not Available
Driver's Seat Only
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking
Not Available
Full
Not Available
Drive Modes
Not Available
4
Not Available
No of Speakers
Not Available
15
15
Adjustable Steering
Powered Adjustment
Yes
Height & Reach
Android Auto
Yes
Yes
Yes
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Yes
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
Yes
USB Ports
Yes
Yes
Yes
Additional Features
Not Available
"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 & Rear
Front and Rear
Front & Rear
Power Windows Front
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Power Windows Rear
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Rear Window Washer
Yes
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
Cupholders Rear
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
WiFi Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
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
Not Available
Yes
Yes
MirrorLink
Not Available
No
Not Available
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes
Yes
Yes
Subwoofer
No
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
Not Available
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
Not Available
No
Not Available
Air Quality Control
Yes
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Hands Free Tailgate
Not Available
Yes
No
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Yes
Yes
Memory Function Seats
Not Available
Driver's Seat Only
Not Available
Active Noise Cancellation
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Paddle Shifters
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
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
Powered Seats
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Front Only
Cooled Glovebox
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Seat Belt Warning
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Push Ignition
Yes
Yes
Yes
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Yes
Yes
Touch-screen Display
Yes
Yes
Yes
Speakers Front
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Speakers Rear
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Yes
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
Yes
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
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Door Pockets
Not Available
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Not Available
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
All Windows
All Windows
Driver
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Yes
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
Not Available
Driver
Driver and Passenger
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Hill Assist
Yes
Yes
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Yes
Not Available
Yes
360 View Camera
Yes
Yes
Yes
Curtain Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Anti Theft Device
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes
No
Yes
Side Airbag Rear
Yes
No
Not Available
Speed Alert
Not Available
Yes
Yes
SOS Emergency Assistance
Yes
Yes
Yes
Airbags
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
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
8
7
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Geo-fence Alert
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control System (TCS)
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Not Available
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
Rear Wash Wiper
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Day Night IRVM
Yes
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
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Driver Attention Warning
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Adaptive High Beam Assist
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Speed Assist System
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
Yes
Not Available
Not Available

Real Time Vehicle Tracking
Yes
Yes
Yes
Remote Horn Light Control
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Remote Engine Start Stop
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Over the Air (OTA) Updates
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Not Available
SOS Button
Yes
Not Available
Yes
RSA
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Smartwatch App
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Live Location
Yes
Yes
Yes
Remote Immobiliser
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Unauthorised Vehicle Entry
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Engine Start Alarm
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Vehicle Status Check
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
E Manual
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Digital Car Key
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Inbuilt Assistant
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Hinglish Voice Commands
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Navigation With Live Traffic
Yes
Yes
Yes
Send Poi To Vehicle From App
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Live Weather
Yes
Yes
Yes
ECall And ICall
Yes
Yes
Yes
Save Route Place
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Over Speeding Alert
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Tow Away Alert
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Valet Mode
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Ac On Off
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Remote Boot Open
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Door Lock Unlock
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
Yes
Not Available
Not Available

grossWeight
Not Available
2550
Not Available
frontTread
Not Available
1561 mm
Not Available
rearTread
Not Available
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 Mercedes-Benz GLC Better Than Mercedes-Benz E-Class?

50% users have chosen Mercedes-Benz GLC over Mercedes-Benz E-Class in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 10 users have also rated Mercedes-Benz GLC and Mercedes-Benz E-Class 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 and safety 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 GLC E-Class
Mileage 5.0 4.0
Performance 5.0 5.0
Comfort 5.0 5.0
Maintenance 5.0 3.5
Safety 5.0 4.8
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Which car is best between Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs Mercedes-Benz GLC?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and safety user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs Mercedes-Benz GLC?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC is cheaper than Mercedes-Benz E-Class by ₹5.00 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs Mercedes-Benz GLC?
For the E 200 version, 1999 cc Petrol engine of E-Class produces 201bhp@5800rpm of power and 320Nm@1600-4000rpm of torque. Whereas for the 300 version, 1999 cc Petrol engine of GLC produces 254.79bhp@5800rpm of power and 400Nm@1800-2200rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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