Kia Niro EV vs Mercedes-Benz GLC300
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300
Overview
| Spec | Kia Niro EVWind | Mercedes-Benz GLC300GLC 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Wind | GLC 300 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | electric | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia Niro EVWind | Mercedes-Benz GLC300GLC 300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $39,700 (best) | $52,400 |
| Lowest listing price | $20,151 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $32,108 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $48,090 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 24 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia Niro EVWind | Mercedes-Benz GLC300GLC 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 27 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 24 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 32 MPG (best) |
| Combined MPGe | 113 MPGe (best) | — |
| Electric range | 253 mi (best) | — |
| Battery capacity | 64 kWh (best) | — |
| 240V charge time | 7.5 hr (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | — | 17.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Kia Niro EVWind | Mercedes-Benz GLC300GLC 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 255 hp (best) |
| Torque | 188 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | — | 2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | — | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia Niro EVWind | Mercedes-Benz GLC300GLC 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 63.7 cu ft (best) | 56.3 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,803 lbs (best) | 4,167 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.9 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 113.1 in (best) |
| Length | 174 in | 185.7 in (best) |
| Width | 71.9 in | 74.4 in (best) |
| Height | 61.8 in | 64.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia Niro EVWind | Mercedes-Benz GLC300GLC 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None 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.
| Trim | Kia Niro EV | Mercedes-Benz GLC300 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wind $39,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) | GLC 300 $52,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Wave $44,700 MSRP | GLC 300 4MATIC $54,400 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Kia Niro EV vs Mercedes-Benz GLC300 FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Kia Niro EV 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: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Kia Niro EV starts lower at $39,700. Live Kia Niro EV listings start at $20,151.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300?
- The 2026 Kia Niro EV leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,700).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300?
- The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (27).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300?
- The 2026 Kia Niro EV leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (253).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300?
- The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 leads on horsepower in this comparison (255).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300?
- The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).