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INFINITI QX50 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC300

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

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2025 INFINITI QX50

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2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300

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Overview

SpecINFINITI QX50PUREMercedes-Benz GLC300GLC 300
Selected trimPUREGLC 300
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (required)
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic9-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasmild hybrid
Model year20252027

Pricing & market

SpecINFINITI QX50PUREMercedes-Benz GLC300GLC 300
MSRP$43,000 (best)$52,400
Lowest listing price$10,779 (best)—
Median listing price$28,469 (best)—
Highest listing price$42,555 (best)—
For sale now20 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecINFINITI QX50PUREMercedes-Benz GLC300GLC 300
Combined MPG25 MPG27 MPG (best)
City MPG22 MPG24 MPG (best)
Highway MPG28 MPG32 MPG (best)
Fuel tank16 gal17.4 gal (best)

Performance

SpecINFINITI QX50PUREMercedes-Benz GLC300GLC 300
Horsepower268 hp (best)255 hp
Torque280 lb-ft295 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecINFINITI QX50PUREMercedes-Benz GLC300GLC 300
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume65.1 cu ft (best)56.3 cu ft
Towing capacity—3,500 lbs (best)
Payload1,096 lbs (best)—
Curb weight3,979 lbs (best)4,167 lbs
Ground clearance8.6 in (best)—
Wheelbase110.2 in113.1 in (best)
Length184.7 in185.7 in (best)
Width74.9 in (best)74.4 in
Height66 in (best)64.6 in

Safety & recalls

SpecINFINITI QX50PUREMercedes-Benz GLC300GLC 300
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)—
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.

TrimINFINITI QX50Mercedes-Benz GLC300
1

PURE

$43,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)

GLC 300

$52,400 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LUXE

$46,300 MSRP

GLC 300 4MATIC

$54,400 MSRP

3

SPORT

$51,200 MSRP

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INFINITI QX50 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC300 FAQ

Which is better: 2025 INFINITI QX50 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2025 INFINITI QX50 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: 2025 INFINITI QX50 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2025 INFINITI QX50 starts lower at $43,000. Live INFINITI QX50 listings start at $10,779.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2025 INFINITI QX50 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300?
The 2025 INFINITI QX50 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (43,000).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2025 INFINITI QX50 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300?
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (27).
Which has better horsepower: 2025 INFINITI QX50 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300?
The 2025 INFINITI QX50 leads on horsepower in this comparison (268).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2025 INFINITI QX50 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300?
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2025 INFINITI QX50 vs 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: INFINITI QX50 (5/5 NHTSA overall).