Comparison - Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 S Coupe 2020 - vs - Infiniti QX30 ESSENTIAL 2019

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Average Price: 
$
84,100
Updated: 
31 Dec 2019
$
41,500
Updated: 
12 Jan 2019
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2020
2019
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
9-speed Shiftable Automatic
7-speed dual-clutch
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
17.40gals
14.80gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Mojave silver metallic
#999594
Selenite Gray metallic
#616362
Selenite Gray magno
#4D5154
Polar White
#E1E0DE
Black
#000000
Designo Cardinal Red metallic
#A02C32
Iridium silver metallic
#ADB1B2
Designo Diamond White metallic
#E9E3D7
Brilliant Blue Metallic
#1F25A0
Obsidian Black Metallic
#000000
Lunar Blue Metallic
#18294B
Graphite Grey metallic
#252326
Color: 
Black Obsidian
#1A1A1A
Blade Silver
#AEAEAE
Chestnut Bronze
#352B29
Graphite Shadow
#434345
Ink Blue
#172773
Liquid Copper
#8D716B
Magnetic Red
#8F1A22
Majestic White
#E0E0E0
Pearlescent Black
#32272F

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 9-speed shiftable automatic.Now comes with the innovative MBUX infotainment system.Base model gets new engine with more power.More refinements to active driver aids.

Pros
Elegant and premium interior design
Excellent balance between agile handling and a comfortable ride
Abundant driver safety aids work great
Four- and six-cylinder engines are fuel-efficient for the class

Cons
Less useful cargo area than in regular GLC
Rear headroom isn't great, especially in the middle
Pricey for a compact-class SUV

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class is comfortable and quiet, with few rivals in among small luxury crossovers.

Pros
Great looks
Performance potential in AMG versions
Comfortable ride and interior
Good rear seat room
Good active safety features, standard and optional

Cons
Top spec versions are pricey
Refresh was very light
Compromised outward vision in coupes
Small rear doors in coupes

By: 
thecarconnection.com

Mercedes-Benz has given the GLC coupe a bevy of updates for the 2020 model year. The headlights, grille, and bumpers have been revised, and some new color and wheel options are available. Within the cabin, a larger touchscreen has been added, and it governs Mercedes-Benz's new infotainment system. Under the hood, there's a new turbocharged engine that provides 14 more horses than the previous powerplant. Also, the list of available driver-assistance features has been expanded.

Pros
Smooth handling, rakish exterior design, extensive range of standard equipment.

Cons
Less cargo space than competitors, curved roofline diminishes second-row headroom, fuel economy trails that of some rivals.

By: 
caranddriver.com

For 2019, the QX30 merely adds new option packages for the Luxe model. These include the Navigation package with Infiniti's InTouch services that allow users to unlock and lock the doors and schedule maintenance remotely using a smartphone app, and the 19-inch Wheel package that adds—you guessed it—19-inch Gun Metallic wheels rolling on run-flat summer tires. Otherwise, the QX30 lineup carries over unchanged.

Pros
Concept-car styling,
nicely crafted interior,
Sport model truly feels sporty.

Cons
Subpar fuel economy,
cramped cabin,
fully loaded versions are pricey.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2019 INFINITI QX30 comes with front wheel drive, and all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 7-speed automated manual.Forward collision mitigation now standard on all trims.Updated trim level names: Pure, Luxe, Sport and Essential.Panoramic sunroof now standard on Luxe and above.

PROS
Strong acceleration and sharp handling
High-quality interior materials
Powerful and confident brakes
Interior controls are easy to locate and use

CONS
Less usable cargo space than its competitors
Interior quarters are cramped, especially for rear passengers
Drive modes are either laggy or frenetic
Ride comfort is compromised by the sporty suspension

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2019 Infiniti QX30 stands out with style and sprightliness but makes compromises in interior space.

Pros
Swoopy style
Upscale interior
Spry handling
Available all-wheel drive

Cons
Limited interior space
Inconsistent throttle
Style over practicality
Expensive

By: 
thecarconnection.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
16.00mpg
21.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
22.00mpg
30.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
32
16
Cylinders: 
8
V
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
4.00L
2.00L
Torque: 
516ft-lbs
at 2 000rpm
258ft-lbs
at 1 200rpm
Horsepower: 
503hp
at 5 500rpm
208hp
at 5 500rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
39.70Feet
36.60Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
no
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
no
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Keyless Ignition
Suede And Leather Steering Wheel
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Roadside Assistance
Concierge Service*
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Destination Download*
Keyless ignition
Leather Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
186.90in
174.20in
Width: 
76.00in
71.50in
Height: 
62.40in
60.20in
Ground Clearance: 
6.40in
8.00in
Front Track: 
61.90in
Rear Track: 
61.90in
Wheel Base: 
113.10in
106.30in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
38.90
38.41
Rear Head Room: 
38.30
37.50
Front Leg Room: 
40.80in
41.30in
Rear leg room: 
37.20in
33.50in
Front Hip Room: 
52.10in
Front Shoulder Room: 
57.30in
54.80in
Rear Hip Room: 
49.00in
Rear Shoulder room: 
55.80in
53.10in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
36.10cu.ft
34.00cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
3500lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
17.60cu.ft
19.20cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
18.10degrees
Angle of Departure: 
30.10degrees
Curb Weight: 
4586.00lbs
3556.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
no
no

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Hands-Free Entry
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors
4 one-touch power windows
Heated mirrors
Hands-Free Entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Premium Leather
Sport Front Seats
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
10 -Way Power Driver Seat
8 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Driver Seat Thigh Extension
8-way power driver and front passenger seats
Height adjustable driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Bucket Front Seats
Height adjustable passenger seat
8 -way power passenger seat
Leather
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Rear Seats Features: 
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Folding With Pass-Thru Center Armrest
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Rear ventilation ducts
Split-folding rear seatback
Folding With Pass-Thru Center Armrest

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Front stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
rear stabilizer bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension
Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Turn signal in mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
2 Subwoofer(S)
13 Total Speakers
Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)
590 Watts Stereo Output
Burmester Premium Brand Stereo System
Memory Card Slot
Burmester Premium Brand Speakers
Speed Sensitive Volume Control
USB With External Media Control
6 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
USB Connection
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
USB connection
1 subwoofer(s)
10 total speakers
Bose premium brand speakers
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
Speed sensitive volume control

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
yes
Rear defogger: 
no
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Fixed glass rear sunroof
One-touch power sunroof
Privacy glass
Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
Intermittent rear wiper
Power glass sunroof
Rear spoiler
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
20 X 10.0 In.
18 X 7.0-In
Wheels more: 
Performance Tires
Run flat tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
295.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
40
Diameter: 
R20
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R18

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated Front Disc
Ventilated front disc
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes
solid rear disc
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
no
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Turn Signal Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Blind Spot Warning Accident Avoidance System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Brake Drying
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Post-Collision Safety System
LED Headlamp
Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance*
Airbag Deployment Notification
Turn signal mirrors
Rear door child safety locks
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Vehicle Alarm notification*
Emergency Service*
Rear center 3-point belt
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Post-Collision Safety System
Blind Spot Warning Accident Avoidance System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Self-Leveling Headlights

Options

Packages: 
Exterior Lighting Package
Driver Assistance Package
AMG Night Package
AMG Exterior Carbon Fiber Package
Parking Assistance Package
AMG Aerodynamics Package
ProASSIST Package
Cargo Package
Navigation Package
Cafe Teak Theme Package
Exterior Options: 
20" AMG Twin 5-Spoke Wheels W/Black Accents
21" AMG Multispoke Wheels
LED AMG Crest Logo Projectors
Wheel Locks
Illuminated Star
Brushed Aluminum Running Boards
21" AMG Forged Cross-Spoke Wheels
Trailer Hitch
21" AMG Black Multispoke Wheels
Chrome Door Handle Inserts
21" AMG Forged Cross-Spoke Black Wheels
High-Gloss Black Spoiler Lip
Premium Paint
Splash Guards
Rear Bumper Protector
Interior Options: 
Head-Up Display
All-Season Front Floormats
AMG Performance Seat Package Advanced
3-Position Memory For Passenger Seat
AMG Nappa Leather Performance Steering Wheel
AMG DINAMICA Performance Steering Wheel
Ventilated Front Seats
Replace Seatbelts W/Black
3-Zone Climate Control
Inductive Wireless Charging And NFC Pairing
AMG Carbon Fiber/DINAMICA Performance Steering Wheel
Heated Rear Seats
Illuminated Kick Plates

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black Nappa w/Grey Accents, premium leather
#000000
Designo Platinum White Pearl/Black Nappa, premium leather
#DEDDD9
Magma Grey/Black Nappa w/yellow Accents, premium leather
#50535B
Red Pepper/Black Nappa, premium leather
#CF423A
Platinum White Pearl/Black Nappa, premium leather
#DEDDD9
Black Nappa, premium leather
#000000
Color: 
Graphite, leather
#1D1D1D
Wheat, leather
#AD9E92
Brown, leather
#49413E