Comparison - Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class AMG GLC 43 2018 - vs - Kia Telluride Hybrid 2018

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Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class AMG GLC 43 2018

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

56,250

Updated:

02 Aug 2018

43,790

Updated:

08 Feb 2019

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2018

2020

Total Seating:

Transmission:

9-speed Shiftable Automatic

8-speed Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

17.40gals

18.80gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Black

#000000

Brilliant Blue Metallic

#0F0F96

Dakota Brown Metallic

#52331B

Diamond Silver Metallic

#C5CDD2

Iridium Silver Metallic

#A5A5A5

Lunar Blue Metallic

#1E3459

Obsidian Black Metallic

#211810

Polar White

#E1E0DE

Selenite Grey Metallic

#525659

designo Cardinal Red Metallic

#951316

designo Dakota Brown Magno (matte)

#52331B

designo Diamond White Metallic

#E9E9E9

Color:

Dark moss

#3F3A34

Snow white pearl

#FFFFFF

Everlasting silver

#6F7072

Gravity grey

#505358

Ebony black

#0D0D0D

Black copper

#110D0C

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class captivates crossover types with its lush cabin and its plush ride; there’s AMG power on tap if you must.

Pros
Cabinet-grade interior (agency or furniture)
Choose your body
Choose your engine
Burmester audio thrills
Doesn’t cut short on technology

Cons
Expensive safety options
It’s not a Coupe, it’s just less useful
Numb steering (GLC 300)
Rivals have diesel, plug-ins

By:

thecarconnection.com

Two new models join the GLC-Class lineup: the GLC 350e plug-in hybrid and the performance-oriented AMG GLC 63. Heated wipers are now standard, while Apple CarPlay and Android Auto can now be added with the Smartphone Integration package. Mercedes has also renamed some packages to better convey the features added.

PROS
Balance of comfort and performance makes it an appealing daily driver
Elegant design inside and out gives it a true luxury appearance
Plenty of room for adult-size passengers in back
Solid fuel economy from the standard four-cylinder engine

CONS
Feature for feature, it is pricier than many competitors
Technology interface isn't always easy to use

By:

edmunds.com

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class ranked #3 in Luxury Compact SUVs. Currently the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class has a score of 8.8 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 30 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Outstanding interior
Plenty of standard tech features
Quiet, smooth ride

Cons
Some rivals are more athletic
Below-average cargo space in coupe models

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usnews.com

The 2020 Kia Telluride comes with front wheel drive, and all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed automatic.All-new model.Kia's biggest SUV yet.Seating for seven or eight people.

Pros
Robust standard V6 with decent towing power
Spacious interior for large families
Lots of standard tech and safety features
Plush ride and well-shaped seats offer all-day comfort

Cons
No available powertrain upgrades
Less small-item storage in cabin than some competitors

By:

edmunds.com

The 2020 Kia Telluride has a boxy, modern look.There’s substance to the 2020 Kia Telluride’s style.

Pros
Chic looks
Standard safety gear
Spacious, airy interior
Comfortable

Cons
Turbo rivals are quicker
So-so mpg
May be too big for some
Crowded SUV field

By:

thecarconnection.com

With enormous proportions, the boldly styled Telluride is Kia's biggest crossover. Although it's based on the Sorento, the 2020 Telluride is more interesting to look at, with nifty designs for its head- and taillights and a boxy, angular silhouette.

Pros
Excellent Style,
Cavernous interior,
loads of tech.

Cons
Intrusive adaptive cruise,
no upgraded engine option.

By:

caranddriver.com

The 2020 Kia Telluride ranked #1 in Midsize SUVs. Currently the Kia Telluride has a score of 8.6 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 20 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Gentle ride
Large cargo hold
Lots of safety features
Handsome cabin

Cons
Less agile than rivals

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usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

18.00mpg

19.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

24.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Engine Size/Displacement:

3.00L

3.80L

Torque:

384ft-lbs

at 2 500rpm

262ft-lbs

at 5 200rpm

Horsepower:

362hp

at 5 500rpm

291hp

at 6 000rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

38.70Feet

38.80Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

yes

Side view Camera:

yes

On steering wheel:

Transmission controls and audio controls on steering wheel

Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

183.50in

196.90in

Width:

76.00in

78.30in

Height:

64.10in

69.30in

Ground Clearance:

8.90in

8.00in

Front Track:

63.80in

67.20in

Rear Track:

63.80in

67.60in

Wheel Base:

113.10in

114.20in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

37.80

39.50

Rear Head Room:

38.50

38.80

Front Leg Room:

40.80in

44.10in

Rear leg room:

37.30in

42.40in

Front Hip Room:

58.90in

Front Shoulder Room:

57.30in

61.60in

Rear Hip Room:

58.00in

Rear Shoulder room:

56.50in

61.20in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

56.50cu.ft

87.00cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

3500lbs

5000lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

17.60cu.ft

21.00cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

17.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

20.90degrees

Curb Weight:

4145.00lbs

4482.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

Heated mirrors

Hands-Free Entry

power steering

Power Door Locks with Speed Sensing Lock and Impact Sensing Unlock

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

10 -way power driver seat

10-Way Power Passenger Seat

Bucket front seats

Height adjustable driver seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Leatherette/Sueded Microfiber

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Leatherette/Sueded Microfiber

8 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Heated and ventilated 1st and 2nd-row seats

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

10 -Way Power Driver Seat

Front Seatback Pockets w/ Device Pouch

Front Seatback Hooks

Ventilated Front Seats

Heated Front Seats

Height-Adjustable Front Seat-Belt Anchors

Driver Seat Thigh Extension

Bucket Front Seats

Rear Seats Features:

Folding With Pass-Thru Center Armrest

Split-folding rear seatback

Rear Ventilation Ducts

Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Reclining Rear Seats

Folding Rear Seatback

Folding Center Armrest

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front stabilizer bar

The independent MacPherson strut-front suspension and stabilizer bar offer precise handling dynamics. Independent, MacPherson Struts, Coil Springs, Stabilizer Bar

Rear Suspension:

Rear stabilizer bar

Independent multi-link rear suspension helps enhance ride quality. Independent, Multi-link, stabilizer bar

Suspension Info:

Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Leather steering wheel

Turn signal in mirrors

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Climate Control

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Air Conditioning

Dual Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

Speed sensitive volume control

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

2 subwoofer(s)

USB connection

Memory card slot

6 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Speakers

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

10 Total Speakers

USB Connection

1 Subwoofer(S)

Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Stereo System

Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Ventilated front disc brakes

Front Ventilated Brake Disc

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

Rear ventilated disc brakes

Rear Solid Brake Disc

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Rear center 3-point belt

Turn signal mirrors

Pre-collision safety system

Post-collision safety system

Remote anti-theft alarm system

Xenon high intensity discharge headlamp

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Blind Spot Warning Accident Avoidance System

Airbag Deployment Notification

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Turn signal mirrors

Brake Drying

Emergency Braking Preparation

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Post-Collision Safety System

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)

Hill Start Assist Control (HAC)

High Line Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

Rollover Sensor

Options

Packages:

Premium Driver Assistance Package

Advanced Parking Assist Package

Designo Black Leather Package

Designo Platinum White Leather Package

Exterior Carbon Fiber Package

Advanced Lighting Package

AMG Night Package

Multimedia Package

Towing Package

SX Prestige Package

Exterior Options:

Brushed Aluminum Running Boards w/Rubber Studs

Panorama Roof

Trailer Hitch (Class II)

Rear Spoiler

LED Headlamps and Taillamps

20" AMG Multispoke (Black)

Wheel Locks

Illuminated Grille Star

Chrome Door Handle Inserts

AMG Performance Exhaust System

21" AMG Split 5-Spoke

21" AMG Split 5-Spoke Wheels W/Black Accents

LED Logo Projectors

Carbon Fiber-Look Mirror Housing Covers

Telescopic Cargo Rods

Cross Bars

Side Steps

Mudguard Kit

Tow Hitch W/Harness

Wheel Locks

Rear Bumper Protector

Front Alloy Skid Plate

Interior Options:

Burmester Surround Sound System

Heated Rear Seats

Air Balance

Heated Steering Wheel

Rear Side Window Sunshades

Head-Up Display

Garmin Map Pilot

Heated and Ventilated Front Seats

Replace Red Seatbelts With Black

Porcelain Fabric Headliner

Black Fabric Headliner

Ski And Snowboard Bag

Cargo Protection And Sill Guard

Smartphone Integration

SX Dune Brown Nappa Leather Seats

Carpet Floormats

Illuminated Scuff Plates

Cargo Mat W/Seatback Protection

Cargo Cover

Folding Cargo Tray

Cargo Net

Interior Light Kit

SX Espresso Brown Leather Seats

SX Butterscotch Leather Seats

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Black, leather

#131313

Black, leatherette

#1A1A1A

Espresso Brown/Black, leather

#49433E

Espresso Brown/Black, leatherette

#58524D

Saddle Brown/Black, leather

#8D6658

Silk Beige/Black, leatherette

#BDB0A7

Silk Beige/Espresso Brown, leather

#BDB0A7

designo Black/Black Exclusive Nappa, premium leather

#1D1D1D

designo Platinum White/Black Exclusive Nappa, premium leather

#A4A6A8

Color:

Butterscotch, leather

#90694A

Dune Brown Nappa, premium leather

#97806F

Gray Nappa, premium leather

#EAE7E3

Gray, leather

#898A89

Black Nappa, premium leather

#4F4F4F

Black, leather

#2C2E30

Espresso brown, leather

#352C26

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Comparison - Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class AMG GLC 43 2018 - vs - Kia Telluride Hybrid 2018

General

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Also called:

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Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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