Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC vs Honda Pilot Touring

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC 6.2 s Runner-up: 7.0 s
Power winner Honda Pilot Touring 285 hp Runner-up: 258 hp
Cargo winner Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC 600 L Runner-up: 510 L
Price winner Honda Pilot Touring $42,550 Runner-up: $48,950

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC against the 2025 Honda Pilot Touring. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

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 7.0 seconds for 2025 Honda Pilot Touring. 2025 Honda Pilot Touring has the higher listed output at 285 hp; 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC is rated at 258 hp, a difference of 27 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC at 400 Nm and 2025 Honda Pilot Touring at 361 Nm. 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

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC has the lower recorded consumption at 8.4 L/100km; 2025 Honda Pilot Touring is listed at 10.2 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 600 litres versus 510 litres, a difference of 90 litres. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC carries the higher towing rating at 2,400 kg, while 2025 Honda Pilot Touring is listed at 2,268 kg. 2025 Honda Pilot Touring is 124 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 Honda Pilot Touring has the lower listed starting price at $42,550, compared with $48,950 for 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC. 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.

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Specification Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC2025 Honda Pilot Touring2025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.2 s7.0 s
Top Speed240 km/h195 km/h
Power258 hp285 hp
Torque400 Nm361 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank62 L68 L
Efficiency8.4 L/100km10.2 L/100km
CO2 Emissions191 g/km233 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,716 mm4,840 mm
Ground Clearance190 mm198 mm
Cargo600 L510 L
Curb Weight1,895 kg2,052 kg
Towing2,400 kg2,268 kg
Seats58
Turning Circle11.8 m12.0 m
Starting MSRP$48,950$42,550

Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC vs Honda Pilot Touring questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC or the 2025 Honda Pilot Touring?

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.2 seconds, versus 7.0 seconds for 2025 Honda Pilot Touring.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC or the 2025 Honda Pilot Touring?

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC has the higher listed top speed at 240 km/h (149 mph), compared with 195 km/h (121 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC or the 2025 Honda Pilot Touring?

2025 Honda Pilot Touring has more power at 285 hp, a 27 hp advantage over 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC or the 2025 Honda Pilot Touring?

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC has more listed cargo space at 600 litres (21.2 cu ft), versus 510 litres (18.0 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC or the 2025 Honda Pilot Touring?

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,400 kg (5,291 lb), compared with 2,268 kg (5,000 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC or the 2025 Honda Pilot Touring?

2025 Honda Pilot Touring is heavier at 2,052 kg (4,524 lb), while 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC is listed at 1,895 kg (4,178 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC or the 2025 Honda Pilot Touring?

2025 Honda Pilot Touring has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $42,550 USD, compared with $48,950 USD for 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC or the 2025 Honda Pilot Touring?

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. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.