2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe vs 2026 GMC Yukon

$59,300 · Crossover

$69,200 · SUV

Comparison Overview

Deciding between sleek luxury and serious utility is tough when comparing the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe (car1) and the rugged 2026 GMC Yukon (car2). If your primary concern is daily fuel costs, the $9,900 lower MSRP of the GLC at $59,300 might tempt you, but the long-term fuel savings are clearer: the GLC achieves 26 MPG combined, significantly beating the Yukon's 17 MPG combined—a difference of 9 MPG. While the Yukon offers substantially more power with 355 hp versus the GLC's 255 hp, the efficiency penalty is steep. Furthermore, the GLC’s smaller footprint (187.6 inches long) is easier for city navigation than the massive 210.1-inch Yukon. If maximizing efficiency and minimizing fueling stops are crucial, the GLC is the practical pick, despite the Yukon's larger 25.5 cu ft cargo hold compared to the GLC's 19.2 cu ft.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe wins for commuters due to its superior 26 MPG combined fuel economy and smaller physical dimensions.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 GMC Yukon

The 2026 GMC Yukon is better suited for families needing maximum space, offering 25.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity compared to the GLC's 19.2 cubic feet.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 GMC Yukon

Driving enthusiasts will prefer the 2026 GMC Yukon because it boasts 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque, significantly outclassing the GLC's power figures.

💰 Best Value

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe

The GLC offers better overall value by having a $9,900 lower starting MSRP and providing 9 MPG better fuel efficiency.

Choose the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe if...

You prioritize lower running costs, benefiting from 26 MPG combined vs. the Yukon's 17 MPG.
You prefer a more manageable vehicle size, as the GLC is 22.5 inches shorter in length than the Yukon.
You want to save nearly $10,000 upfront, as the GLC starts at $59,300 compared to $69,200 for the Yukon.

Choose the GMC Yukon if...

You need substantial power, as the Yukon delivers 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque.
You frequently haul large amounts of gear, given the Yukon's 25.5 cu ft of cargo capacity.
You prefer using regular unleaded gasoline instead of premium required by the Mercedes.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe	GMC Yukon
Length	187.6"	210.1"
Width	74.4"	81.0"
Height	63.5"	76.5"
Wheelbase	113.7"	121.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	GMC
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	—
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Brake Drying	✓	—
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Adaptive Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	—	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	GMC
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	5.3 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	V8
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	gas
Horsepower	255 hp @ 5800 rpm	355 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque	295 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm	383 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Overhead valves (OHV)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	GMC
Transmission Type	9-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	rear wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	—
Rear Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	GMC
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	23/31 MPG	15/20 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	26 MPG	17 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	400.2/539.4 mi.	360.0/480.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	17.4 gal.	24.0 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	GMC
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	✓
Side View Camera	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	—
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	—
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	—	✓
Sun Sensor	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	GMC
Infotainment Display	11.9 in	16.8 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	6 months	—
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Bose
Speaker System	—	10
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Surround Audio	—	Discrete
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	GMC
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	—
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	GMC
Front Head Room	38.9 in.	42.3 in.
Front Leg Room	40.8 in.	44.5 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.3 in.	65.5 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	10-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	10-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	3	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Hip Room	—	61.5 in.
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	GMC
Rear Head Room	38.3 in.	38.9 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.2 in.	42.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	56.5 in.	64.7 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Rear Hip Room	—	61.3 in.
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	—	✓
Power Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	GMC
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	19 x 8.0 in	20 x 9.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	235/55R19	275/60R20
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Full Size Non-Matching
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy

Suspension

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	GMC
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	GMC
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	6 yr./ 62000 mi.	—
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	6 yr./ 100000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	1 yr./ unlimited mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe and 2026 GMC Yukon.

Is the 2026 GMC Yukon much harder to park than the 2025 Mercedes GLC Coupe?

Yes, the difference in size is substantial; the Yukon is over 22 inches longer (210.1 inches vs. 187.6 inches) and significantly wider (81.0 inches vs. 74.4 inches), making parallel parking and navigating tight city spots more challenging.

How much more expensive will it be to fuel the Yukon annually?

Given the 9 MPG difference (17 MPG vs. 26 MPG combined), and assuming 15,000 miles driven per year, the Yukon will consume significantly more fuel annually, despite both vehicles using premium vs. regular fuel.

Does the power difference between the two vehicles justify the price gap?

The Yukon offers 100 more horsepower (355 hp vs. 255 hp) and 88 more lb-ft of torque (383 vs. 295), which enthusiasts will appreciate, but this performance premium comes at a $9,900 higher initial cost.

Which vehicle handles rough terrain or adverse weather better?

Although the GLC is standard with AWD, the sheer size, height (76.5 inches), and RWD configuration of the larger 2026 GMC Yukon suggest it might be built with greater inherent ruggedness for challenging environments.

Can the 2025 GLC Coupe accommodate a large family comfortably?

The GLC Coupe is smaller overall and offers less cargo room (19.2 cu ft). If you regularly carry more than four people or need significant luggage space, the larger 2026 Yukon provides a better overall passenger and cargo volume solution.