2021 Lincoln Aviator vs 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC
Overview | |
MSRP$50,660 | MSRP$43,200 |
Average price$44,455 | Average price$35,580 |
Listings597 | Listings1181 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
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2021 Lincoln Aviator Reviews SummaryOnly a few years ago, Lincoln was in a confusing space. Confusing because many of its cars overlapped with the nicest trims of vehicles from parent company Ford. It was also confusing because of the alphanumeric vehicle names. But Lincoln has ended both of those trends. First, Lincoln has returned to real names for its vehicles, such as the Corsair and Nautilus (Cadillac, are you listening?!). But what’s in a name? This rebranding would be moot without a compelling product. In this respect, the American luxury brand has delivered, highlighted by the 2021 Lincoln Aviator. This three-row midsize SUV boasts modern technology, potent drivetrain options, and creature comforts that you might sooner find in a high-end German luxury sedan. But this newfound quality comes with a steeper price tag. So is it worth consideration against the likes of the Audi Q7 and RX 350L? Read on to find out. | |
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. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 400 hp V6 | Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City18 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway29 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 400 hp V6 | Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | Torque273 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City18 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway29 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.3 cu ft | Cargo Space19.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight4745 lbs | Curb Weight3889 lbs |
Height69.6 in | Height64.7 in |
Length199.3 in | Length183.3 in |
Width89.9 in | Width82.5 in |
Wheelbase119.1 in | Wheelbase113.1 in |
Maximum Payload1615 lbs | Maximum Payload1182 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $50,660 | $43,200 |
Average price | $44,455 | $35,580 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.5 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Only a few years ago, Lincoln was in a confusing space. Confusing because many of its cars overlapped with the nicest trims of vehicles from parent company Ford. It was also confusing because of the alphanumeric vehicle names. But Lincoln has ended both of those trends. First, Lincoln has returned to real names for its vehicles, such as the Corsair and Nautilus (Cadillac, are you listening?!). But what’s in a name? This rebranding would be moot without a compelling product. In this respect, the American luxury brand has delivered, highlighted by the 2021 Lincoln Aviator. This three-row midsize SUV boasts modern technology, potent drivetrain options, and creature comforts that you might sooner find in a high-end German luxury sedan. But this newfound quality comes with a steeper price tag. So is it worth consideration against the likes of the Audi Q7 and RX 350L? Read on to find out. | 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 | 3.0L 400 hp V6 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm | |
MPG City | 18 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 29 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 400 hp V6 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | 273 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 18 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 29 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.3 cu ft | 19.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4745 lbs | 3889 lbs |
Height | 69.6 in | 64.7 in |
Length | 199.3 in | 183.3 in |
Width | 89.9 in | 82.5 in |
Wheelbase | 119.1 in | 113.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1615 lbs | 1182 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | |
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