Performance, power and 0-100 km/h
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.2 seconds, compared with 6.8 seconds for 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive. 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive has the higher listed output at 281 hp; 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC is rated at 258 hp, a difference of 23 hp. Both specifications list 400 Nm of torque. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.
Range, battery, charging and efficiency
Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.
Dimensions, cargo space and towing
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 600 litres versus 520 litres, a difference of 80 litres. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC carries the higher towing rating at 2,400 kg, while 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive is listed at 1,200 kg. 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive is 39 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.
Price and overall assessment
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC has the lower listed starting price at $48,950, compared with $58,675 for 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.