
Mercedes-Benz GLC vs
Volvo XC60 and Range Rover Evoque
Compare the Mercedes-Benz GLC to the Volvo XC60 and Range Rover Evoque
Getting the right luxury SUV can make a big difference when choosing your next set of wheels. Midsize luxury vehicles are easy on your gas station visits but provide all the versatility, comfort, and capability you need for your everyday drive. When you want the best of the midsize SUV segment, you'll want to go with the Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV.
However, the Mercedes-Benz GLC isn't alone in the luxury segment. Many top luxury lineups offer suitable comparisons, including popular competitors like the Volvo XC60 and Range Rover Evoque. We want to help you find the perfect complement to your daily drive. Below, you'll find our comparison of the Mercedes-Benz SUV to its rivals. Let us know if you have any questions after reviewing the details!

Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. Volvo XC60
Every drive starts by turning your vehicle on and hitting the road, made possible by the engine you have under your hood. The Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV offers a standard 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder producing 255 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque, paired with a 9G-TRONIC nine-speed automatic transmission. Efficient yet powerful, the GLC SUV allows you to control your drive and ensure a smooth experience anywhere you go. While the Volvo XC60 is no slouch on the road with its turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, it's only rated to deliver 247 horsepower. The GLC SUV manages even better torque output - the XC60 can only deliver 258 pound-feet. The Volvo SUV equips an eight-speed automatic transmission to propel your drive forward.
The Mercedes-Benz SUV features numerous benefits over its rivals, allowing you to get the most out of your time in the driver's seat. The GLC comes standard with a 10.25-inch touchscreen display, paired with the Mercedes-Benz User Experience and Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto® smartphone integration. You can control your music and app selection with the "Hey, Mercedes" keyword activation and Voice Control with Natural Language Understanding. The Volvo XC60 is a pinnacle of convenience, but you'll have to make do with a nine-inch touchscreen. You won't find as many conveniences when you take the Volvo XC60 out for a drive.
Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. Range Rover Evoque
We've already talked about the power of the GLC SUV in its comparison against the Volvo XC60. However, it continues to lead the charge when matched to the Range Rover Evoque. The Mercedes-Benz SUV features a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder powertrain, making 255 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque. The Range Rover SUV also offers a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, but you'll need to work with less power - the lineup only delivers 246 horsepower and 269 pound-feet of torque. The GLC SUV base engine provides an EPA-estimated 22/28 mpg city/highway, while the Range Rover Evoque needs to stop more frequently with an EPA-estimated 21/27 mpg city/highway.
When buying a new SUV, you want to ensure you and your passengers enjoy the most spacious ride. The Mercedes-Benz GLC provides front-row passengers with 40.8-inches of legroom and 39.6-inches of headroom. If you opt for the Range Rover Evoque, you'll need to make do with 40-inches and 38.9 inches, respectively. Things get even more cramped in the Range Rover Evoque's rear seat, which offers less legroom and headroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLC. If you want to pack the interior, the GLC SUV gives you up to 56.5 cubic feet behind the first row - the Range Rover Evoque will ask you to leave a little more behind with only 50.5 cubic feet.


Test Drive the New Mercedes-Benz GLC Today
When you want an SUV at the peak of its segment, you'll find the GLC SUV suited for any lifestyle. We encourage you to swing by our Mercedes-Benz dealership today to schedule your test drive and see what's in store when you turn the key in the ignition.
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