{"id":49786,"date":"2023-10-17T23:22:35","date_gmt":"2023-10-17T23:22:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/highwaytale.com\/?p=49786"},"modified":"2023-10-17T23:22:35","modified_gmt":"2023-10-17T23:22:35","slug":"mercedes-benz-glc-vs-bmw-x3-vs-audi-q5-vs-lexus-nx-350h-vs-others","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/highwaytale.com\/news-features\/mercedes-benz-glc-vs-bmw-x3-vs-audi-q5-vs-lexus-nx-350h-vs-others\/","title":{"rendered":"Mercedes-Benz GLC vs BMW X3 vs Audi Q5 vs Lexus NX 350h vs others"},"content":{"rendered":"
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CEF_Beasts’ X3 30i Ownership Review<\/p>\n
worldcrawler’s X3 xDrive 20d Ownership Review<\/p>\n
karan561’s X3 LCi Drive Report<\/p>\n
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The 2021 XC60 mild-hybrid – Launch Thread<\/p>\n
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AdiSinghV12’s Ownership Review<\/p>\n
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Here’s what GTO<\/strong> had to say on the matter:<\/p>\n Great competitors & fierce competition in this segment. Good for us customers.<\/p>\n My pick would be the X3 M40i for its fast performance, adjustable suspension, snappy gearbox & BMW’s overall reliability.<\/p>\n The new GLC has vastly improved over the old car which was so boring. New GLC has more character. The Q5 is awesome for those looking at a value-for-money play here. I find the Lexus NX yawn-inducing and don’t like the engine\/gearbox tuning of Volvo.<\/p>\n With Land Rover & Range Rover, the meaty models are priced higher up (starting with the Defender).<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Here’s what BHPian Sahil<\/strong> had to say on the matter:<\/p>\n Have owned\/own 3 from the list: The Q5, GLC 300(Previous Gen) and F-pace.<\/p>\n The F-pace is one that has spent the shortest time in our garage, sold it in 3 years or so. While it was a good car, the resale value was even better due to the massive price hike it got after the facelift. Hence when an opportunity came with a bigger and better lateral upgrade, I jumped on it.<\/p>\n However, my main issue with the car was the suspension. It was too stiff for Mumbai’s potholes. I am all for sportier rides and low body roll but this was too big a compromise.<\/p>\n The GLC and Q5 are both very plain Jane. No complaints, they do a great job but there is no wow factor.<\/p>\n The X3 on the other hand, especially with the facelift and some more kit is a great blend of practicality and performance all around.<\/p>\n Overall, I think this category needs a shake-up. It’s all too generic and boring.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Here’s what BHPian Turbanator<\/strong> had to say on the matter:<\/p>\n One differentiator for me is the Quality of equipment that most EU manufacturers give on higher models vs. the lower. This is one very important aspect, especially for someone who is used to higher variants. Someone who owns a 7 series will never be at peace in an X3, and the same goes for MB.<\/p>\n Though only a few customers would have owned higher variants, this is a very important point. One gets pulled by the brand, but you don’t necessarily get all good things.<\/p>\n This is where Lexus excels. The quality of leather, switches, and audio, basically you don’t see shortcuts or a big difference with higher-end models.<\/p>\n Lexus is what will be my pick, more so in a place like Chandigarh where we don’t have to pay RTO on strong hybrids<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Here’s what BHPian Axe77<\/strong> had to say on the matter:<\/p>\n I\u2019d have a very simple shortlist for this one. Part of the shortlist is driven by my reluctance to include any diesel in the consideration set.<\/p>\n X3 M40i vs GLC petrol.<\/p>\n X3 M40i’s key downside is it’s nearing the end of its life and prospective buyers may want to wait for the next generation. Other than that though, its performance is simply in another league.<\/p>\n GLC: For a thoroughly up-to-date current generation iteration. Comfortable to sit, nice to drive and spacious boot. A complete car in every respect. I\u2019m not a fan of the new interior trims they\u2019ve come out with though with that pinstripe dash – looks borderline gaudy IMO but I\u2019m likely a minority and most will love it I reckon.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Here’s what BHPian lamborghini<\/strong> had to say on the matter:<\/p>\n Tough choices – the enthusiast in me wants the X3.40i \/ X3.30i – a beautiful daily driver for our road conditions, and one which will also see you want to embark on more road trips! The others however don’t excite me – having been around for a little too long, feeling a little dated barring the new GLC which seems to be a beautiful package – but the 2 Mercs we’ve had the pleasure of owning haven’t been the ultimate word when it comes to build quality, maintenance, etc. I am not sure if I would want to buy another one, especially at the inflated prices they’re asking.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Check out BHPian comments for more insights and information.<\/p>\n\n
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However, as a family car – the Lexus put up a fight with more comfortable rear seats, hybrid tech, and a comfortable suspension.<\/p>\n