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BMW iX2 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC
Selected trimeDrive20 M SportChange trim318 mi · 64.8 kWh · £41,815
Selected trim400 4MATIC405 mi · 94 kWh · £61,100
At a glance
In this comparison, BMW iX2 leads on running costs and city driving, while the Mercedes-Benz GLC leads on motorway range and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BMW iX2 if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Mercedes-Benz GLC if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The BMW iX2 edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
BMW
5.9
Mercedes-Benz
6
Too close to call
Motorway RangeMercedes-Benz
BMW
5.9
Mercedes-Benz
6.9
Family
BMW
7.7
Mercedes-Benz
7.9
Too close to call
ChargingMercedes-Benz
BMW
4.1
Mercedes-Benz
8.2
Cost Per MileBMW
BMW
9.1
Mercedes-Benz
3.5
City DrivingBMW
BMW
4.4
Mercedes-Benz
2.5
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Mercedes-Benz GLC
400 4MATIC
- 86 miles more WLTP range
- 200 kW faster rapid charging
- 210 kW more power
- 1.7s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | BMW iX2eDrive20 M Sport | Mercedes-Benz GLC400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £41,815 (better) | £61,100 |
| Official range | 318 miles | 405 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 525 L (better) | 520 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 29 min | 22 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 8.6 sec | 6.9 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Length
BMW iX24,554mm-291mm
Mercedes-Benz GLC4,845mm
Width
BMW iX21,845mm-68mm
Mercedes-Benz GLC1,913mm
Height
BMW iX21,560mm-84mm
Mercedes-Benz GLC1,644mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BMW iX2eDrive20 M Sport | Mercedes-Benz GLC400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,554 mm | 4,845 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,845 mm (better) | 1,913 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,089 mm |
| Height | 1,560 mm | 1,644 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.9 m (better) | 12.1 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 555 mm spare (better) | 487 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BMW iX2eDrive20 M Sport | Mercedes-Benz GLC400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 525 L (better) | 520 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1400 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 2,400 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
BMW iX2
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Mercedes-Benz GLC
- 405 mile WLTP range, longer than 100% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 330 kW, faster than 90% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- At 4,845 mm, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BMW iX2 eDrive20 M Sport |  Mercedes-Benz GLC 400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.55m | 4.84m+291mm |
| Width | 1.84m | 1.91m+68mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.09m |
| Height | 1.56m | 1.64m+84mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.69m | 2.97m+280mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 525L (better) | 520L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1400L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.9m (better) | 12.1m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,960kg (better) | 2,581kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 2,400kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 64.8kWh | 94kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 318 mi | 405 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 130kW | 330kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £41,815 (better) | £61,100 |
| Price after EV grant | £38,065 (-£3,750) | £61,100 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2026+ |
* BMW iX2: 11 kW AC is standard; 22 kW AC was an option.
* BMW iX2: Current figure, after a March 2026 efficiency update. Earlier cars: eDrive20 272-283 miles WLTP, xDrive30 259-267 miles WLTP.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BMW iX2eDrive20 M Sport | Mercedes-Benz GLC400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 318 miles | 405 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 265 miles | 297 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 29 min | 22 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 130 kW | 330 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 164 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 64.8 kWh | 94 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 800V (better) |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | BMW iX2eDrive20 M Sport | Mercedes-Benz GLC400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.6 sec | 6.9 sec (better) |
| Power | 150 kW | 360 kW (better) |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 800 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
BMW iX2
eDrive20 M Sport
Mercedes-Benz GLC
400 4MATIC
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BMW iX2
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - BMW iX2 eDrive20 M Sport
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant85%
Child Occupant88%
Vulnerable Road Users76%
Safety Assist92%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Mercedes-Benz GLC 400 4MATIC
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant92%
Child Occupant90%
Vulnerable Road Users74%
Safety Assist84%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | BMW iX2eDrive20 M Sport | Mercedes-Benz GLC400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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BMW iX2
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Mercedes-Benz GLC
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLC worth the extra £19,285 over the BMW iX2?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC costs £19,285 more than the BMW iX2. For that premium it adds 86 miles more WLTP range, 200 kW faster peak rapid charging and 210 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the BMW iX2 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BMW iX2 or the Mercedes-Benz GLC?
The BMW iX2 is £19,285 cheaper to buy. The BMW iX2 is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £176 for the Mercedes-Benz GLC, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the BMW iX2 comes out roughly £19,485 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the BMW iX2 and Mercedes-Benz GLC like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 265 miles for the BMW iX2 and 297 miles for the Mercedes-Benz GLC - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Mercedes-Benz GLC goes roughly 32 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 22-29 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BMW iX2 or the Mercedes-Benz GLC?
The BMW iX2 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 68 mm narrower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 555 mm of total clearance for the BMW iX2 and about 487 mm of total clearance for the Mercedes-Benz GLC.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the BMW iX2 or the Mercedes-Benz GLC?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the BMW iX2 and 84% for the Mercedes-Benz GLC. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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Data accuracy
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