{"id":83601,"date":"2025-09-10T19:28:35","date_gmt":"2025-09-10T23:28:35","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/?p=83601"},"modified":"2025-09-10T19:28:35","modified_gmt":"2025-09-10T23:28:35","slug":"bmw-ix3-vs-mercedes-glc-ev-spec-comparison","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/?p=83601","title":{"rendered":"BMW iX3 vs Mercedes GLC EV: Specs, Range, Charging, and Performance Compared"},"content":{"rendered":"

The battle for the electric luxury SUV crown just got serious. BMW and Mercedes-Benz have unveiled their most important EVs yet\u2014the all-new BMW iX3<\/a> and Mercedes-Benz GLC EV<\/a>. Both promise big range, lightning-fast charging, and the kind of performance German automakers are known for. But with Tesla and Chinese brands raising the bar, which of these two heavyweights really comes out on top? Here\u2019s how the specs stack up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Spec<\/th>\nBMW iX3 50 xDrive<\/th>\nMercedes-Benz GLC 400 4Matic (EQ Tech)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Length<\/td>\n188.3 in<\/td>\n190.7 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Power<\/td>\n469 hp<\/td>\n483 hp<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Torque<\/td>\n475 lb-ft<\/td>\n596 lb-ft<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
0\u201362 mph<\/td>\n4.9 sec<\/td>\n4.3 sec<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Battery<\/td>\n108.7 kWh usable<\/td>\n94 kWh usable<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
WLTP Range<\/td>\n400 miles<\/td>\n443 miles<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Efficiency<\/td>\n3.87\u20134.59 mi\/kWh<\/td>\n4.7 mi\/kWh<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Charging Power<\/td>\n400 kW<\/td>\n330 kW<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
10\u201380%<\/td>\n21 min<\/td>\n24 min<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
10-min boost<\/td>\n+231 miles<\/td>\n+160 miles<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Architecture<\/td>\n800-volt, 6th-gen cylindrical cells<\/td>\n800-volt, NMC chemistry<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Tech<\/td>\nPanoramic iDrive, BMW Assistant<\/td>\nHyperscreen, multi-agent AI<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Steering<\/td>\nStandard AWD<\/td>\nAWD + rear-wheel steering<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
V2H \/ V2X<\/td>\nYes<\/td>\nYes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
U.S. Launch<\/td>\nSummer 2026<\/td>\nLate 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Starting Price<\/td>\n<$60,000<\/td>\nTBA<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Performance: Mercedes Delivers More Punch<\/h3>\n

On paper, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 400 holds the edge in raw numbers. Its 483 horsepower and a staggering 596 lb-ft of torque outgun the 469 hp and 475 lb-ft of the BMW iX3 50 xDrive. The difference shows up in the sprint to 62 mph (100 km\/h): Mercedes claims 4.3 seconds, versus BMW\u2019s 4.9 seconds. Both cars use two motors at each axle.<\/p>\n

The GLC also introduces a two-speed transmission, designed to maximize efficiency at highway speeds. BMW sticks with a single-speed setup.<\/p>\n

Range: BMW Strikes Back<\/h3>\n

While the Mercedes is quicker, BMW puts the focus on range\u2014arguably the most important factor for U.S. EV buyers. The iX3 50 xDrive offers a WLTP-rated 500 miles (400 miles on EPA), depending on wheels and trim. The Mercedes comes close with 443 miles WLTP, but it can\u2019t quite match BMW\u2019s headline numbers. The edge comes from BMW\u2019s larger 108.7 kWh usable battery, versus Mercedes\u2019 94 kWh pack.<\/p>\n

BMW\u2019s new 6th-generation cylindrical cells<\/a> also bring a 20% boost in energy density and 30% faster charging capability compared to its previous tech. For buyers prioritizing long-distance travel, the BMW\u2019s numbers are tough to beat.<\/p>\n

Charging: BMW Leads Again<\/h3>\n

Both EVs ride on advanced 800-volt architectures, enabling ultra-fast charging. But BMW takes the crown here too.<\/p>\n