In our in-depth BMW iX3 vs NEW Mercedes GLC Electric contrast, we pit our ruling Car of the Year versus a new (and formidable) premium electrical SUV from Mercedes-Benz.
On an impressive 350-mile road trip, we perform a real-world variety test to learn the number of miles you can REALLY anticipate from a full battery on a long motorway journey. On paper, the BMW iX3 need to have the edge thanks to its massive 108.7 kWh battery. However, the brand-new Mercedes GLC has a possible game-changing Porsche Taycan-style two-speed automated transmission, designed to improve its high-speed travelling efficiency.
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We charge both of these electric cars and trucks to 100% and drive them in convoy until their battery levels struck 10%. We then work out their real-world range and performance, and learn for how long they actually take to charge up utilizing ultra-rapid public charging points.
Beyond the motorway cruise, we take a detour to completely review their driving manners, interiors and test out their functionality. With the Mercedes GLC using optional air suspension, can it provide a level of trip convenience and refinement to dethrone our current class-leader?
Lastly, we break down the monthly PCP financing costs, overall journey expenses and crown a total winner in this exceptionally close group test. Enjoy to discover which SUV comes out on top!
Provided by: Will Nightingale & Dan Jones
Videography by: Tom Goodban
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Video chapters:.
0:00 Introduction: BMW iX3 vs Mercedes GLC Electric.
0:58 Cost & Specifications: Two-Speed Gearbox vs Big Battery.
3:33 Test Rules & The Range Test.
5:15 Freeway Driving Impressions.
6:41 Country Road Driving.
9:18 BMW iX3 Interior Evaluation.
12:06 Mercedes GLC Electric Interior Review.
15:25 Running Out of Charge!
18:19 Real-world Variety Figures.
19:45 Effectiveness Comparison.
20:55 Expense of the Journey.
21:38 Charging Times.
22:19 Decision: Which is Better?
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