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Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC300

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5

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2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300

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Overview

SpecHyundai Ioniq 5SE Standard RangeMercedes-Benz GLC300GLC 300
Selected trimSE Standard RangeGLC 300
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeelectricpremium unleaded (required)
Transmission1-speed direct drive9-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typeelectricmild hybrid
Model year20272027

Pricing & market

SpecHyundai Ioniq 5SE Standard RangeMercedes-Benz GLC300GLC 300
MSRP$35,250 (best)$52,400
Lowest listing price$20,945 (best)—
Median listing price$39,498 (best)—
Highest listing price$51,828 (best)—
For sale now23 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecHyundai Ioniq 5SE Standard RangeMercedes-Benz GLC300GLC 300
Combined MPG—27 MPG (best)
City MPG—24 MPG (best)
Highway MPG—32 MPG (best)
Fuel tank—17.4 gal (best)

Performance

SpecHyundai Ioniq 5SE Standard RangeMercedes-Benz GLC300GLC 300
Horsepower168 hp255 hp (best)
Torque258 lb-ft295 lb-ft (best)
Engine size—2 L (best)
Cylinders—I4

Size & capability

SpecHyundai Ioniq 5SE Standard RangeMercedes-Benz GLC300GLC 300
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume—56.3 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity—3,500 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,145 lbs (best)4,167 lbs
Ground clearance6 in (best)—
Wheelbase118 in (best)113.1 in
Length183 in185.7 in (best)
Width74 in74.4 in (best)
Height63 in64.6 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecHyundai Ioniq 5SE Standard RangeMercedes-Benz GLC300GLC 300
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimHyundai Ioniq 5Mercedes-Benz GLC300
1

SE Standard Range

$35,250 MSRP(Currently comparing)

GLC 300

$52,400 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SE RWD

$37,750 MSRP

GLC 300 4MATIC

$54,400 MSRP

3

SEL RWD

$40,200 MSRP

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4

SE AWD

$41,250 MSRP

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5

SEL

$43,700 MSRP

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6

Limited

$45,225 MSRP

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7

XRT

$46,525 MSRP

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8

XRT

$46,975 MSRP

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9

Limited AWD

$49,125 MSRP

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Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC300 FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5 starts lower at $35,250. Live Hyundai Ioniq 5 listings start at $20,945.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300?
The 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (35,250).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300?
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (27).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300?
The 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5 leads on horsepower in this comparison (320).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300?
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).