2020 Lexus GX vs 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC
Overview | |
MSRP$53,000 | MSRP$43,200 |
Average price$41,785 | Average price$35,580 |
Listings181 | Listings1187 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
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2020 Lexus GX Reviews SummaryDepending on who you ask, the modern SUV will continue to dominate the new-car market until it's the only type of vehicle on the road (except pickup trucks). That prediction makes sense; modern SUVs drive like cars, can get through most snowstorms, and have the cargo space to tackle most of what daily life throws at them. They are great all-around vehicles, but in trying to master everything, many have lost the specialization that made them noteworthy in the first place. In particular, many luxury SUVs have lost their off-road credibility. There are exceptions to this trend, including upmarket trims of the Jeep Grand Cherokee as well as most of the Land Rover lineup. Another brand that bucks the trend is Lexus. Sure, the Lexus RX pretty much created the modern luxury crossover, but it gets sold right alongside the immensely capable Lexus LX and this vehicle: the 2020 Lexus GX. You’ll be forgiven if you forgot the GX was still available. Lexus has updated the GX for 2020 with fresh styling to make it a bit more memorable. Still, beneath that new exterior is one of the oldest vehicles offered today, and as you’ll learn, that has its advantages. | |
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC Reviews SummaryThe modern compact luxury SUV market is an embarrassment of riches. Shoppers have more options than ever before, and all of them are terrific vehicles. There’s the BMW X3, Audi Q5, Volvo XC60, Acura RDX, Alfa Romeo Stelvio, and even the newcomer Lincoln Corsair. Not to be left out of this dizzying list is one of the segment’s most popular options, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC. While the X3 arguably kicked off the small luxury SUV craze, the bar was raised with the GLC’s predecessor, the GLK. But even the GLK felt like a stopgap compared to a fully realized vehicle like the GLC. It encapsulates everything that buyers are looking for in a compact luxury SUV—an upscale cabin, cutting-edge infotainment and safety technology, and driving dynamics that are equal parts athletic and comfortable. Many vehicles in the aforementioned list have some or all of these things, but few combine them all as elegantly as the GLC. Mercedes-Benz happily boasts the GLC is its best-seller, and with good reason. But should you count yourself among one of their customers? Read on to find out. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine4.6L 301 hp V8 | Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower301 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City15 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway19 | MPG Highway29 |
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Engine Name4.6L 301 hp V8 | Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque329 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm | Torque273 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower301 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City15 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway19 | MPG Highway29 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space11.6 cu ft | Cargo Space19.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight5130 lbs | Curb Weight3889 lbs |
Height74.2 in | Height64.7 in |
Length192.1 in | Length183.3 in |
Width74.2 in | Width82.5 in |
Wheelbase109.8 in | Wheelbase113.1 in |
Maximum Payload1315 lbs | Maximum Payload1182 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity6500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $53,000 | $43,200 |
Average price | $41,785 | $35,580 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.8 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Depending on who you ask, the modern SUV will continue to dominate the new-car market until it's the only type of vehicle on the road (except pickup trucks). That prediction makes sense; modern SUVs drive like cars, can get through most snowstorms, and have the cargo space to tackle most of what daily life throws at them. They are great all-around vehicles, but in trying to master everything, many have lost the specialization that made them noteworthy in the first place. In particular, many luxury SUVs have lost their off-road credibility. There are exceptions to this trend, including upmarket trims of the Jeep Grand Cherokee as well as most of the Land Rover lineup. Another brand that bucks the trend is Lexus. Sure, the Lexus RX pretty much created the modern luxury crossover, but it gets sold right alongside the immensely capable Lexus LX and this vehicle: the 2020 Lexus GX. You’ll be forgiven if you forgot the GX was still available. Lexus has updated the GX for 2020 with fresh styling to make it a bit more memorable. Still, beneath that new exterior is one of the oldest vehicles offered today, and as you’ll learn, that has its advantages. | The modern compact luxury SUV market is an embarrassment of riches. Shoppers have more options than ever before, and all of them are terrific vehicles. There’s the BMW X3, Audi Q5, Volvo XC60, Acura RDX, Alfa Romeo Stelvio, and even the newcomer Lincoln Corsair. Not to be left out of this dizzying list is one of the segment’s most popular options, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC. While the X3 arguably kicked off the small luxury SUV craze, the bar was raised with the GLC’s predecessor, the GLK. But even the GLK felt like a stopgap compared to a fully realized vehicle like the GLC. It encapsulates everything that buyers are looking for in a compact luxury SUV—an upscale cabin, cutting-edge infotainment and safety technology, and driving dynamics that are equal parts athletic and comfortable. Many vehicles in the aforementioned list have some or all of these things, but few combine them all as elegantly as the GLC. Mercedes-Benz happily boasts the GLC is its best-seller, and with good reason. But should you count yourself among one of their customers? Read on to find out. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 4.6L 301 hp V8 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 301 hp @ 5500 rpm | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City | 15 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 19 | 29 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 4.6L 301 hp V8 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | 329 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm | 273 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower | 301 hp @ 5500 rpm | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 15 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 19 | 29 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 11.6 cu ft | 19.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5130 lbs | 3889 lbs |
Height | 74.2 in | 64.7 in |
Length | 192.1 in | 183.3 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 82.5 in |
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 113.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1315 lbs | 1182 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 6500 lbs | 3500 lbs |
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