Mercedes-Benz GLC vs Mazda CX-5 Comparison

Mercedes-Benz GLC

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2024 Mercedes-Benz

GLC

2024 Mazda

CX-5

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CarExpert Score

CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv medium category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.8.

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7.7

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Based on the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC MHEV

Based on the Mazda CX-5 G35 AKERA TURBO (AWD)

Best suitable for...

Driving the family

Luxury

Long distance driving

Fuel Efficiency

62L - 66L

453 to 805 km

56L - 58L

386 to 476 km

Warranty

5 year
warranty

MSRP

$120,477 - $198,415

$36,590 - $55,000

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CarExpert's Take

Scott Collie

Contributor

Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:

Hits

Seriously flashy interior technology
Smooth, quiet driving characteristics
Big boot, wide-opening tailgate

Misses

Some cheap bits inside
Where's the diesel option?
There are still options packages

James Wong

Marketplace Editor

James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:

Hits

Smart looks, plush cabin
Torquey turbo petrol
Keen driving dynamics

Misses

G35 Turbo is too thirsty
On the smaller side of the class
Feeling a little dated in 2024

Standard Features

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Wireless phone charger

Powered tailgate

Rear air vents

Adaptive cruise control

Climate control

Reversing sensors

Reversing camera

Autonomous emergency braking

Optional Features

Metallic Paint Premium (+$2,400)

Premium Paint (+$795)

Colours Available

The 2024 Mazda CX-5 is available in the following exterior paint colours:

Soul Red Crystal metallic
Eternal Blue mica
Deep Crystal Blue mica
Jet Black mica
Rhodium White metallic
Sonic Silver metallic
Zircon Sand metallic
Machine Grey metallic
Polymetal Grey metallic
Platinum Quartz metallic

Metallic finishes cost an extra $795.

Reviews

8.2

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC review

Mercedes-Benz offers just one GLC wagon in Australia, with four-cylinder petrol power. It's polished but not perfect.

Scott Collie

7.7

2025 Mazda CX-5 review

The CX-5 remains an old faithful for Aussie buyers, and the G35 Akera is a punchy and luxurious flagship – if a little dated and thirsty now.

James Wong

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Specs

Type
TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ		DIRECT FUEL INJ, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ
Size (cc)
1991 - 3982		1997 - 2488
Size (L)
3.0L, 2.0L, 4.0L		2.5L, 2.0L
Induction
TWIN TURBO V6, TURBO 4, TWIN TURBO V8		INLINE 4, TURBO 4
Camshaft
VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM		VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
16 - 32		16
Power
287kW - 500kW		115kW - 170kW
Power RPM
5500 - 6750		5000 - 6000
Torque
500Nm - 1020Nm		200Nm - 420Nm
Torque RPM
1750 - 2500		2000 - 4000
Bore Stroke
-		-
Compression Ratio
10 - 10.5		10.5 - 13

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Mercedes-Benz GLC vs Mazda CX-5 Comparison