2023 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 | NewCars.com

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2023 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Review

Picture of the 2023 Jeep Wrangler

2023 Jeep
Wrangler

MSRP*: $31,195 to $82,495
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Picture of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300

2022 Mercedes-Benz
GLC 300

MSRP*: $43,850 to $52,500
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MPG - City 13 - 21 MPG 21 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 17 - 25 MPG 27 - 28 MPG
Seating Capacity 4 - 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 31.7 - 72.4 ft3 49.4 - 56.5 ft3
Engine
  • 260-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 270-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 285-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 470-hp, 6.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Manual Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 270 - 470 hp 255 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 3,500 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 166.8 - 188.4 in 183.3 - 186.3 in
Exterior Width 73.9 in 74.4 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 - 41.2 in
Rear 35.7 - 38.3 in
Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 - 37.3 in
Head Room Front 40.7 - 42.6 in
Rear 40.2 - 41.7 in
Front 38.9 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.6 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Jeep Wrangler than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The Jeep Wrangler will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Jeep Wrangler as you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Jeep Wrangler is somewhat more expensive than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Dimensions
The Jeep Wrangler is about the same width as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Jeep Wrangler, which is slightly longer than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Handling
The Jeep Wrangler has the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Jeep Wrangler will do just as well as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, since they have about the same towing capacity. The Jeep Wrangler has a little more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Jeep Wrangler doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Jeep Wrangler and the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. With the Jeep Wrangler, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.