With the launch of the BMW X3, which was revamped in the 2022 mid-term, how should we choose a luxury mid-size SUV? Once again, there was attention. At the end of 2021, Mercedes-Benz, BMW have launched the 2022 model, so at this time node, who can start the new year is very important, the specific model selection, we chose mercedes-Benz GLC 2022 remodeled 300L dynamic model, BMW X3 2022 XDrive 30i leading type M Yao ye suit, both models are in more than 400,000 yuan, is also the mainstream luxury SUV products at this price point.
In terms of design, BMW X3 highlights a sport, for example, the front face of the double kidney grille is very tense, especially the lower encirclement, through the bending angle and double opening design, so that the entire front face of the vehicle is very moving, coupled with the M sports night blackening suit treatment, in its appearance visual effects more sporty, rather than the traditional low-key design, and Mercedes-Benz GLC continues the luxurious design, and added a lot of technology and trend of the appearance of the design, such as the entire body appears very round and full, The star-studded decoration and the central gallop logo make the appearance of the vehicle luxurious, and this calm and exquisite style is also the consistent aura of Mercedes-Benz.
And bmw X3 interior atmosphere, or maintain BMW's consistent segmented design, the center console slightly inclined to the driver's side, but also highlighted its own sportiness, the car chrome metal and wood decorative panels well balanced the atmosphere, not too high-profile, below the air conditioning outlet, there are two rows of physical buttons, almost retaining the current mainstream function, in the application of practicality than Mercedes-Benz GLC more advantages, Compared with the previous generation of models, the vehicle has been upgraded to a double 12.3-inch screen, and equipped with BMW's latest iDrive7 operating system, so the localization function of the Chinese market is also more abundant, for this set of interior design, BMW X3 although also highlights the luxury characteristics, but in the key refinement and overall atmosphere, it is far less obvious than the Mercedes-Benz GLC, but both models are based on comfort in the ride, and the new X3 is also equipped with small headrests in the rear seats, which is better than Mercedes-Benz in terms of details.
Mercedes-Benz GRC in the interior materials and button texture is far better than BMW X3, in the configuration, the main advantage of Mercedes-Benz GLC is still reflected in luxury, such as 64 colors of the atmosphere light than BMW 11 colors of the atmosphere light is more stylish, in the rear of the vehicle is also equipped with a lighting function of the makeup mirror, a good care for the needs of female users, in the co-driver of the vehicle also supports waist seat adjustment, the second row of seats with the boss key, and can be installed by adding 6900 yuan, optional Berlin Voice brand audio, The overall interior is far superior to the BMW X3 in terms of refinement, and the Mercedes-Benz GLC clearly conveys the message of pleasing female users.
The high-power B48 engine used by the new BMW X3, the maximum horsepower is 252 horses, matching the 8AT gearbox, while the Mercedes-Benz GRC uses the same 2.0T engine, the maximum horsepower is 258 horses, the peak torque is 370 Nm per meter, with the 9AT gearbox, the power reserve is very sufficient for both models, and the zero hundred acceleration performance of both sides can be controlled within 7 seconds, for medium-sized SUVs, this acceleration performance is already very high.
And Mercedes-Benz G LC compared to BMW X3 in the turbo lag effect is more obvious, although the overall power is substantial, but the second half of the sometimes encounter a slight setback, may also be related to the Mercedes-Benz GLC is the use of full-time four-wheel drive, rather than BMW X3 uses the timely four-wheel drive, BMW X3 in the overall driving or maintain the original flexible and controllable style, steering feel is lighter than mercedes-Benz GLC, so from the actual driving experience, the more athletic BMW X3 is also suitable for more female drivers.
Conclusion: The two models with high-power engines and luxurious exquisite appearance, interior style, at this price point is still a very good product, timely four-wheel drive system and driver assistance system for BMW in this price segment ushered in better movement and handling, and Mercedes-Benz GLC in the comfortable and luxurious configuration and the overall atmosphere, but also maintained its own tonality, compared to the new BMW X3 more representative of luxury medium-sized SUVs. In general, with the blessing of brand effect, this time the change can allow both sides to maintain a leading position in the future.