BMW 3 Series vs Mercedes-Benz GLC

Should you buy BMW 3 Series or Mercedes-Benz GLC? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. BMW 3 Series price starts at Rs 74.90 Lakh ex-showroom for M340i xDrive (Petrol) and Mercedes-Benz GLC price starts Rs 76.80 Lakh ex-showroom for 300 (Petrol). 3 Series has 2998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while GLC has 1999 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the 3 Series has a mileage of 13.02 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the GLC has a mileage of 19.4 kmpl (Petrol top model).

3 Series Vs GLC

Key Highlights	BMW 3 Series	Mercedes-Benz GLC
On Road Price	Rs.86,31,955^*	Rs.88,50,182^*
Mileage (city)	-	8 kmpl
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine(cc)	2998	1999
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

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BMW 3 Series
Rs74.90 Lakh^*
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Mercedes-Benz GLC
Rs76.80 Lakh^*
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Brand / Model
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BMW 3 Series
M340i xDrive
74.90 Lakh^*
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Mercedes-Benz GLC
300
76.80 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	M340i xDrive	300
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.86,31,955^*	Rs.88,50,182^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.1,64,304/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.1,68,454/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.3,18,055	Rs.3,25,382
User Rating	4.3 Based on 80 Reviews	4.4 Based on 20 Reviews
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Basic Information

M340i xDrive

300

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.86,31,955^*

Rs.88,50,182^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.1,64,304/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.1,68,454/month

Get EMI Offers

Insurance

Rs.3,18,055

Rs.3,25,382

User Rating

4.3

Based on 80 Reviews

4.4

Based on 20 Reviews

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	B58 Turbocharged I6	M254
Displacement (cc)	2998	1999
No. of Cylinders	66 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm	254.79bhp@5800rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	500Nm@1900-5000rpm	400Nm@1800-2200rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	-	MPI
Turbo Charger	Twin	-
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	8-Speed Steptronic	9-Speed
Drive Type	4WD	4WD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

B58 Turbocharged I6

M254

Displacement (cc)

2998

1999

No. of Cylinders

66 Cylinder Cars

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm

254.79bhp@5800rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage City (kmpl)	-	8
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	-	12.7
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	13.02	-
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	59	66
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	-
Top Speed (kmph)	253	240
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	Multi-link suspension	Multi-link suspension
Rear Suspension	Multi-link suspension	Multi-link suspension
Steering Type	-	Electric
Steering Column	-	tilt and telescopic
Front Brake Type	ventilated Disc	-
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	-
Top Speed (Kmph)	253	240
0-100kmph (Seconds)	4.4 s	6.2 s
Tyre Size	F225/40R19, R255/35R19	235/55 R19
Tyre Type	Run flat Radial	Tubeless,Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	R19
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	-	19
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	-	19
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

Multi-link suspension

Rear Suspension

Multi-link suspension

Steering Type

Electric

Steering Column

tilt and telescopic

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4709	4716
Width (mm)	1827	1890
Height (mm)	1442	1640
Wheel Base (mm)	2651	3095
Front Tread (mm)	-	1561
Rear Tread (mm)	-	1640
Kerb Weight (kg)	1745	2000
Grossweight (kg)	-	2550
Seating Capacity	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	480	620
No. of Doors	4	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Power Boot	Yes	-
Automatic Climate Control	3 Zone	Yes
Air Quality Control	-	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	-
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	-	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	-
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	No
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Lumbar Support	Yes	Yes
Active Noise Cancellation	-	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Navigation System	Yes	-
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	-	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	40:20:40 Split	60:40 Split
Smart Access Card Entry	-	Yes
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Cooled Glovebox	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Front Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands	Yes	Yes
Paddle Shifters	Yes	Yes
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front
Steering Mounted Tripmeter	Yes	-
Central Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Tailgate Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate	-	Yes
Gear Shift Indicator	No	-
Rear Curtain	No	-
Luggage Hook And Net	No	Yes
Lane Change Indicator	-	Yes
Additional Features	-	DIRECT SELECT lever, DYNAMIC SELECT, Technical Underguard, driver assistance systems
Memory Function Seats	-	Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Window	-	Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking	-	Full
Drive Modes	4	4
Rear Window Sunblind	-	Yes
Rear Windscreen Sunblind	-	Yes
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	-
Adjustable Steering	Yes	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	-	Front & Rear
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	-
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Power Boot

Automatic Climate Control

3 Zone

Air Quality Control

Interior
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	-
Leather Seats	Yes	-
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	-
Outside Temperature Display	Yes	-
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Driving Experience Control Eco	Yes	-
Dual Tone Dashboard	-	Yes
Interior Lighting	-	,Ambient light,Boot Lamp
Additional Features	BMW Individual Headliner Anthracite, Electrical seat adjustment for driver and passenger with memory function for drive, Floor mats in Velour, Front armrest with storage compartment, Interior mirrors with automatic anti-dazzle function, Ambient lighting with Welcome Light Carpet, Through loading system, Sport seats for driver and front passenger, Storage compartment package, Individual trim finisher in Carbon Fibre, Alcantara Sensatec combination Black, contrast stitching Blue	-
Digital Cluster	-	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	-	12.3
Upholstery	-	Leather
Ambient Light Colour	-	64
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Interior

Tachometer

Electronic Multi Tripmeter

Leather Seats

Exterior
	Photo Comparison
Wheel
Headlight
Taillight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Tanzanite Blue MetallicDravit Grey Metallic3 Series Colours	Polar White With Black RoofNautic BlueMojave SilverObsidian BlackGLC Colours
Body Type	SedanAll Sedan Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	Yes	-
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	-	Yes
Rear Window Washer	-	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Sun Roof	Yes	Yes
Side Stepper	-	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	-
Chrome Grille	Yes	Yes
Chrome Garnish	Yes	Yes
Projector Headlamps	Yes	-
Halogen Headlamps	-	Yes
Cornering Headlamps	-	Yes
Roof Rails	Yes	Yes
Heated Wing Mirror	Yes	-
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	-
Additional Features	Front ornamental grille frame and nuggets in High Gloss Black, Exterior air inlets in front bumper with embellishers in High Gloss Black, M Exterior mirror caps in High Gloss Black, Model designations and M badges, Tailpipe finishers in Black Chrome, M Aerodynamics Package, BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line with extended, Heat Protection Glazing contents, Acoustic Glazing on front windscreen, Adaptive LED Headlight ( Bi-level LED lights with low-beam and high-beam, ‘Inverted L'arranged daytime running lights and LED cornering lights, BMW Selective Beam, the dazzle-free high-beam assistant, Accent lighting with turn indicators, M Sport Exhaust, M Sport Brakes, BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line with extended contents, BMW ure Advance includes Tyres, Alloys, Engine ure, Key Lost Assistance and Golf Hole-in-On	"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"
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Sunroof	-	Panoramic
Boot Opening	-	Automatic
Tyre Size	F225/40R19, R255/35R19	235/55 R19
Tyre Type	Run flat Radial	Tubeless,Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	R19
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Exterior

Photo Comparison

Wheel

Headlight

Taillight

Front Left Side

Available Colours

Tanzanite Blue MetallicDravit Grey Metallic3 Series Colours

Polar White With Black RoofNautic BlueMojave SilverObsidian BlackGLC Colours

Body Type

SedanAll Sedan Cars

SUVAll SUV Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
No. of Airbags	6	7
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	No	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Xenon Headlamps	-	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	-
Traction Control	Yes	-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	-
Rear Camera	-	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Anti Pinch Power Windows	-	All Windows
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	-
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	Yes	-
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	-	Driver
Sos Emergency Assistance	Yes	Yes
Blind Spot Monitor	-	Yes
Blind Spot Camera	-	Yes
Geo Fence Alert	-	Yes
Hill Descent Control	-	Yes
Hill Assist	-	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	Yes	-
360 View Camera	-	Yes
Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)	5	-
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

ADAS
Speed Assist System	-	Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition	-	Yes
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist	-	Yes
Lane Departure Warning	-	Yes
Lane Keep Assist	-	Yes
Adaptive High Beam Assist	-	Yes
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ADAS

Speed Assist System

Traffic Sign Recognition

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

Lane Departure Warning

Advance Internet
Live Location	-	Yes
Digital Car Key	-	Yes
Navigation With Live Traffic	-	Yes
Send POI to Vehicle From App	-	Yes
Live Weather	-	Yes
E-Call & I-Call	-	Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity	-	Yes
Save Route/Place	-	Yes
Remote AC On/Off	-	Yes
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	-	Yes
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Advance Internet

Live Location

Digital Car Key

Navigation With Live Traffic

Send POI to Vehicle From App

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Audio System Remote Control	Yes	-
MirrorLink	-	No
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	Yes
USB And Auxiliary Input	Yes	-
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Wifi Connectivity	-	Yes
Compass	Yes	-
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	14.9	11.9
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	16	15
Additional Features	Wireless Smartphone Integration, Harman Kardon Surround Sound, Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 12.3” (31.2 cm) Instrument Display, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets,Navigation function with RTTI and 3D maps, Touch functionality, iDrive Touch with handwriting recognition and direct access buttons, Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote software upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant	connect with Alexa, Google Home integration and Parking location on navigation system
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car is cheaper between BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz GLC?

A ) BMW 3 Series price starts at ₹ 74.90 Lakh & Mercedes-Benz GLC price starts at ₹ 76.80 Lakh in New Delhi. BMW 3 Series is cheaper between these two cars.

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