Compare two new cars by price, estimated monthly payment, fuel economy, and other specifications. Data comes from the CarPayCheck.com catalog and uses your selected financing terms.
| 3 Series | GLC-Class | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Starting price | $48,000 | $52,400 |
| Monthly payment | $558 | $609 |
| Fuel type | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Fuel economy | 29.0 mpg | 26.0 mpg |
| CO₂ emissions | 286 g/mi–304 g/mi | 323 g/mi–410 g/mi |
| Annual maintenance cost | — | — |
Common-issue data is not available yet.
Yes. NHTSA complaint data aggregated by VinSpectorAI shows that engine problems are the most frequently reported issue category for the GLC-Class across model years 2017-2026, which includes the requested 2019-2026 span. The 2025 model year has the highest number of complaints among the analyzed years, with 34 complaints. Specific engine symptoms, failure modes, and consequences are not described in the supplied research, so buyers should treat engine issues as the dominant complaint area but without confirmed mechanical details. No repair cost estimate is available from the evidence.
BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class suit different driving needs. The main differences below cover price, monthly payment, fuel economy, and running costs.
3 Series starts at $48,000; GLC-Class starts at $52,400. The difference is $4,400, making 3 Series about 8% cheaper before financing.
Estimated monthly payment: 3 Series — $558; GLC-Class — $609. The difference is $51 per month, with 3 Series lower.
Both models use Hybrid. Fuel economy is 3 Series — 29.0 mpg; GLC-Class — 26.0 mpg. 3 Series uses less energy in everyday driving.
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