2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 vs. 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 Review

Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300

2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLC 300

MSRP*: $47,450 to $57,000
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Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4

2024 Volkswagen
ID.4

MSRP*: $39,735 to $57,055
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MPG - City 24 - 26 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 30 - 33 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 52.6 - 56.3 ft3 64.2 ft3
Engine
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 282-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 hp 201 - 335 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 5,291 lbs 2,200 - 2,700 lbs
Exterior Length 185.7 - 187.5 in 180.5 in
Exterior Width 75.6 in 72.9 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.6 in
Head Room Front 38.9 - 41.3 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.6 in
Front 40.6 - 41.1 in
Rear 37.9 - 38.4 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen ID.4 than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Volkswagen ID.4 will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

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). Whether you pick the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 or the Volkswagen ID.4, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 is much wider than the Volkswagen ID.4, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, which is slightly longer than the Volkswagen ID.4.

Handling
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has a larger turning radius than the Volkswagen ID.4, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 is clearly the choice over the Volkswagen ID.4 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has a lot less horsepower than the Volkswagen ID.4.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 and the Volkswagen ID.4. The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has less cargo space than the Volkswagen ID.4, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.