It’s not easy to pick a favorite luxury crossover, though the Mercedes-Benz GLC range sure does a lot while always looking unflustered.
From docile 300 to snarling AMG 63, the GLC lineup is tough to beat.
The Audi Q5 comes close with its polished feel and approachable tech, while the polite Volvo XC60 is a serene, soothing machine perfect for any commute.
The Acura RDX boasts terrific driving dynamics unfortunately paired with a frustrating infotainment setup.
A surprising highlight is the new Lincoln Corsair with its buttoned-up looks and manageable tech—plus it’s a good value, too.
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The 2021 BMW X3 is a do-all small crossover loaded with luxury, technology, and usability, with a dash of sporty personality. |
The 2021 Acura RDX satisfies sport-sedan drivers and crossover needers alike with strong performance and scads of space. |
The 2021 Audi Q5 crossover puts a new face on a best-selling formula that doesn’t show signs of getting old. |
The 2021 Lincoln Corsair builds its brand on serenity and luxury. |
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class can be a soothing urban oasis—or a roaring twin-turbo V-8 track star. It’s your call. |
The 2021 Volvo XC60 drops the luxury-car attitude and delivers all the luxury-car feels. |
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| $43,000 | $38,400 | $43,300 | $36,105 | $43,200 | $41,700 |
| Gas Mileage | |||||
| 14 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | 21 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 21 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | 20 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy |
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| Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 |
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| Small SUV 2WD | Small SUV 2WD | Small SUV 4WD | Small SUV 2WD | Small SUV 2WD | Small SUV 2WD |
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| sDrive30i Sports Activity Vehicle | FWD | Premium 45 TFSI quattro | Standard FWD | GLC 300 SUV | T5 FWD Momentum |
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| Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
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| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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| Sports Activity Vehicle | Sport Utility | quattro Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility |
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| Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
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| 2021 BMW X3 vs. 2021 Acura RDX | 2021 BMW X3 vs. 2021 Audi Q5 | 2021 BMW X3 vs. 2021 Lincoln Corsair | 2021 BMW X3 vs. 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC Class | 2021 BMW X3 vs. 2021 Volvo XC60 | |
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