When you’re shopping for a family-friendly luxury SUV, you’re likely to come across models, like the Mercedes-Benz GLC and the BMW X3. If you’re wondering how these vehicles compare, read the following guide from Mercedes-Benz of Boerne and discover their differences in terms of performance and passenger comfort.

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. 2025 BMW X3: Power

Both SUVs deliver 255 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque when equipped with the base engine. However, if you are interested in improved performance on the roads of San Antonio, you will see that the 2025 GLC delivers better specs on its top-of-the-line trim. What’s more, the GLC SUV offers models with plug-in hybrid technology while the X3 is solely gas-powered. Browse the powertrain options and specs here:

Mercedes-Benz GLC Powertrain Options

2.0L I-4 Turbo Engine with Mild Hybrid Drive

• Available on 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 SUV & GLC 300 4MATIC® SUV
• 255 hp @ 5,800 rpm
• 295 lb-ft of torque @ 2,000–3,200 rpm

2.0L I-4 Turbo Engine with Plug-in Hybrid Technology

• Available on 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e 4MATIC® SUV
• 313 hp combined
• 406 lb-ft of torque combined

Handcrafted AMG® 2.0L I-4 Turbo Engine with Hybrid Assist & Electric Exhaust-Gas Turbocharger

• Available on 2025 Mercedes-AMG® GLC 43 SUV
• 416 hp @ 6,750 rpm
• 369 lb-ft of torque @ 5,000 rpm

Handcrafted AMG® 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo Engine with Electric Exhaust-Gas Turbocharger and Rear 150kW Permanently Synchronous Electric Motor

• Available on 2025 Mercedes-AMG® GLC 63 S E PERFORMANCE SUV
• 671 hp @ 6,750 rpm
• 752 lb-ft of torque @ 5,000–5,500 rpm

BMW X3 Powertrain Options

2.0L BMW TwinPower Turbo Inline 4-Cylinder Engine

• Available on BMW X3 xDrive30
• 255 hp
• 295 lb-ft of torque

3.0L BMW M TwinPower Turbo Inline 6-Cylinder Engine

• Available on BMW X3 M50 xDrive
• 393 hp
• 428 lb-ft of torque

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. 2025 BMW X3: Passenger Space

Whether you’re running some errands near Fredericksburg or going on a trip outside of New Braunfels, you and your passengers will be comfortable inside these SUVs. However, the GLC cabin is more spacious, especially in terms of leg and headroom. View the passenger dimensions below:

Mercedes-Benz GLC Standard Passenger Dimensions

• Seating Capacity: 5 Passengers
• Headroom (Front/Rear): 41.3 / 39.7 inches
• Shoulder Room (Front/Rear): 57.3 / 56.6 inches
• Legroom (Front/Rear): 40.7 / 37.4 inches

BMW X3 Standard Passenger Dimensions

• Seating Capacity: 5 passengers
• Headroom (Front/Rear): 40.5 inches / 38.2 inches
• Shoulder Room (Front/Rear): 57.9 inches / 55.7 inches
• Legroom (Front/Rear): 40.2 inches / 36.3 inches

Tour the Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV in Boerne

The BMW X3 is a respectable choice, but it doesn’t match up to the Mercedes-Benz GLC when it comes to power and passenger room. Experience the GLC SUV yourself when you visit Mercedes-Benz of Boerne. We will see you soon.