2027 BMW XM vs 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class
The Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class wins clearly, 92 to 67.5, on price, safety. The BMW XM is ahead on performance.
2027 BMW XM
The 2027 BMW XM is a plug-in hybrid midsize SUV announced by BMW in 1 trim; fueleconomy.gov has not listed this model year yet, so the specs and prices here com…
2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class is sold in the U.S. as an electric and hybrid midsize SUV with 7 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the GLC40…
2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class
Clear winThe Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class wins clearly, 92 to 67.5, on price, safety. The BMW XM is ahead on performance.
| Category · weight | 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Classoverall 92 | 2027 BMW XMoverall 67.5 | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 100 | 43.8 | |||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | |||||||||||
| Fuel & rangenot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 100 | 75 | |||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||
| Space & cargonot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 60 | 100 | |||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||
| Overall | 92 | 67.5 | |||||||||
Trim vs trim · 3 of 7 categories compared
Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class: base trim AMG GLC 53 SUV AWD · BMW XM: base trim XM Label AWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class wins
- It lists 9 standard driver-assist features against 0.
- It starts $89,700 lower ($69,900 against $159,600 base MSRP).
Where the 2027 BMW XM answers
- It makes 738 hp against 443.
- It turns out 738 lb-ft of torque against 443.
What they share
- A Safety Signal of 100.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
34 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Mercedes-Benz GLC-ClassAMG GLC 53 SUV AWD | BMW XMXM Label AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $69,900 | $159,600 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | twin turbo | — |
| Cylinder count | 6 | 8 |
| Engine displacement | 2,999 cc | 4,395 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | AMG-Enhanced 3.0L Inline-6 with Exhaust Gas Turbocharger and Electric Auxiliary Compressor | 4.4-liter BMW M TwinPower Turbo V-8 paired with plug-in hybrid technology |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 443 hp | 738 hp |
| Torque | 443 lb-ft | 738 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 20 mpg | — |
| MPG (combined) | 22 mpg | 48 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 26 mpg | — |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission speeds | 9 | 8 |
| Transmission type | AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G | 8-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic, integrated hybrid module and Launch Control |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Overall height | 64.4 in | — |
| Overall length | 187 in | — |
| Overall width | 75.6 in | — |
| Wheelbase | 114 in | 122 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 59.3 cu-ft | — |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 21.9 cu-ft | — |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | — | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | — | 40.4 in |
| Second-row headroom | — | 38.8 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | — | 40.4 in |
| Second-row legroom | — | 40.3 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4,685 lbs | — |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | 3-Stage AMG Parameter Steering with Variable Ratio | — |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 21.3 ft | — |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 391 mm | — |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | — |
| Rear brake diameter | 361 mm | — |
| Rear brake type | Disc with 1-Piston Floating Calipers | — |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 20 in | — |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | Front: 265/45 R 20 / Rear: 295/40 R 20 | — |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | — | 60.3 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | — | 57.5 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
51 features · differences first, then sharedSafety10 differ · 10 listed
| Feature | Mercedes-Benz GLC-ClassAMG GLC 53 SUV AWD | BMW XMXM Label AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Active Brake Assist | std | — |
| Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC | std | — |
| AMG Sport Braking System with Silver AMG Brake Calipers | std | — |
| Blind Spot Assist | std | — |
| Driver Assistance Package (Active Stop-and-Go Assist with Extended Restart, Route-Based Speed Adaptation, Active Speed Limit Assist, Traffic Sign Assist, Active Steering Assist, Evasive Steering Assist, Active Lane Change Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active Blind Spot Assist with Exit Warning, Active Emergency Stop Assist, Active Brake Assist with Turning and Cross-Traffic Function, End-of-Traffic Emergency Braking, PRE-SAFE® PLUS and PRE-SAFE® Impulse Side) | opt | — |
| High Performance LED Headlights with Adaptive Highbeam Assist | std | — |
| PARKTRONIC with Active Parking Assist | std | — |
| PRE-SAFE® with PRE-SAFE® Sound | std | — |
| Surround View 360 Camera | std | — |
| Transparent Hood Function | std | — |
Infotainment7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Mercedes-Benz GLC-ClassAMG GLC 53 SUV AWD | BMW XMXM Label AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 12.3-inch Driver Display and 11.9-inch Central Multimedia Display | std | — |
| AMG Real Performance Sound | std | — |
| AMG Track PACE | opt | — |
| Inductive Wireless Smartphone Charging | std | — |
| Pinnacle Trim (DIGITAL LIGHT with Projections, Burmester® 3D Surround Sound System with Sound Personalization and Music Streaming (15 speakers, 710 watts), Head-up Display, Augmented Video for Navigation, Enhanced Ambient Lighting, MBUX Entertainment Package Plus and Heat & Noise Insulating Glass) | opt | — |
| Third Generation MBUX Infotainment and Navigation with Voice Control, including Natural Language Understanding and Keyword Activation ("Hey Mercedes"), Routines Function and AMG-Specific Displays and Content | std | — |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | std | — |
Convenience2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Mercedes-Benz GLC-ClassAMG GLC 53 SUV AWD | BMW XMXM Label AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced USB Package (Six 100-watt USB Ports (2 in front center console, 2 under front center armrest and 2 for rear passengers) and 12V socket for rear passengers) | opt | — |
| Digital Vehicle Key for Smartphone | std | — |
Seating4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Mercedes-Benz GLC-ClassAMG GLC 53 SUV AWD | BMW XMXM Label AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Heated Power Front Seats with 4-Way Lumbar Support and Memory | std | — |
| Heated Rear Seats | opt | — |
| Heated Power Front Seats with 4-Way Lumbar Support and Memory | std | — |
| AMG Performance Seat Package / AMG Performance Seat Package Advanced | opt | — |
Interior6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Mercedes-Benz GLC-ClassAMG GLC 53 SUV AWD | BMW XMXM Label AWD |
|---|---|---|
| AMG Performance Steering Wheel in Nappa Leather with AMG DRIVE UNIT Buttons and Heated Rim | std | — |
| 64-Color Ambient Lighting | std | — |
| AMG Illuminated Door Sills | std | — |
| AMG Performance Steering Wheel in Nappa Leather with AMG DRIVE UNIT Buttons and Heated Rim | std | — |
| AMG Performance Steering Wheel in Nappa Leather/Microfiber or Carbon Fiber/Microfiber | opt | — |
| Center Console with AMG Logo | std | — |
Exterior10 differ · 10 listed
| Feature | Mercedes-Benz GLC-ClassAMG GLC 53 SUV AWD | BMW XMXM Label AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Panoramic Sliding Sunroof | std | — |
| 20-inch AMG Wheels | std | — |
| Additional 20-inch AMG Wheel Designs, 21-inch AMG Wheels and 21-inch AMG Forged Wheels | opt | — |
| AMG Carbon Fiber Exterior Package | opt | — |
| AMG Night Package | opt | — |
| AMG Night Package Plus | opt | — |
| AMG Performance Studio Package | opt | — |
| Design Package | opt | — |
| Golden Accents Package | opt | — |
| Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers and Heated Windshield Washer System | std | — |
Powertrain7 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Mercedes-Benz GLC-ClassAMG GLC 53 SUV AWD | BMW XMXM Label AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 4.4-liter BMW M TwinPower Turbo V-8 paired with plug-in hybrid technology | — | std |
| 8-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic, integrated hybrid module and Launch Control | — | std |
| AMG DYNAMIC PLUS Package (AMG Electronically Controlled Limited-Slip Rear Differential, Drift Mode, "RACE" Drive Program, AMG Dynamic Engine Mounts and Red AMG Brake Calipers) | opt | — |
| AMG DYNAMIC SELECT with "Slippery," "Comfort," "Sport," "Sport+" & "Individual" Drive Programs | std | — |
| AMG Electronically Controlled Limited-Slip Rear Differential | opt | — |
| AMG Speedshift® TCT 9G | std | — |
| RACE Start | std | — |
| M xDrive all-wheel-drive system | std | std |
Chassis3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Mercedes-Benz GLC-ClassAMG GLC 53 SUV AWD | BMW XMXM Label AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5-Degree Rear-Axle Steering | std | — |
| 3-Stage AMG Parameter Steering with Variable Ratio that Adapts to Selected Drive Program | std | — |
| AMG RIDE CONTROL Suspension with Adaptive Damping | std | — |
Cargo1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Mercedes-Benz GLC-ClassAMG GLC 53 SUV AWD | BMW XMXM Label AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Class II Trailer Hitch | opt | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPMercedes-Benz GLC-Class
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
BMW XM
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Mercedes-Benz GLC-ClassAMG GLC 53 SUV AWD | BMW XMXM Label AWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $69,900 (base trim) | $159,600 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $69,900 – $75,900 3 trims | $159,600 1 trims |
| Powertrains | BEV, HEV | PHEV |
| EPA configuration compared | GLC400 4matic electric (ST) | — |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 119 | — |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $650 | — |
| EV range | 350 mi | — |
| Basic warranty | — | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class or the 2027 BMW XM?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class wins clearly, 92 to 67.5, on price, safety. The BMW XM is ahead on performance. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class scores 92 and the 2027 BMW XM 67.5. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class or the 2027 BMW XM?
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class starts lower — $69,900 against $159,600, a gap of $89,700 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class or the 2027 BMW XM?
2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. 2027 BMW XM: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class and the 2027 BMW XM?
Where the 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class wins: it lists 9 standard driver-assist features against 0 and starts $89,700 lower ($69,900 against $159,600 base MSRP). Where the 2027 BMW XM answers: it makes 738 hp against 443 and turns out 738 lb-ft of torque against 443. What they share: a Safety Signal of 100.