Chevrolet Equinox vs Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class
The Chevrolet Equinox is the more efficient of the two: it reaches 109 mpg combined versus 29 mpg for the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class, a 80 mpg advantage and costs about $1,900 less per year to fuel.
Across 5 measured categories, the Chevrolet Equinox leads in 4. Figures are EPA test data, not manufacturer claims.
2015–2027
Chevrolet Equinox
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD · 57 configurations
2016–2027
Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD · 72 configurations
Head-to-head specifications
| Metric | Chevrolet Equinox | Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class |
|---|---|---|
| Best combined MPG | 109 mpg ✓ | 29 mpg |
| Best city MPG | 117 mpg ✓ | 26 mpg |
| Best highway MPG | 100 mpg ✓ | 33 mpg |
| Lowest annual fuel costEPA estimate at 15,000 miles per year | $700 ✓ | $2,600 |
| Lowest CO2 output | 310 g/mi | 84 g/mi ✓ |
| Engines offered | SIDI, 1.6, SIDI; FFV | SIDI; Mild Hybrid, SIDI; PHEV, SIDI |
| Transmissions | Automatic (A1), Automatic 8-spd, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Automatic 9-spd, Automatic 7-spd, Automatic (S9) |
| Drivetrains | All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel types | Electricity, Regular, Premium | Premium, Premium and Electricity |
| EPA class | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Years covered | 2015–2027 | 2016–2027 |
| Configurations on record | 57 | 72 |
Source: EPA fuel economy records via fueleconomy.gov. Best-case values across all recorded configurations for each model.
Equinox vs GLC-Class: common questions
Which is better on gas, the Chevrolet Equinox or the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class?
The Chevrolet Equinox is the more efficient of the two: it reaches 109 mpg combined versus 29 mpg for the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class, a 80 mpg advantage and costs about $1,900 less per year to fuel.
Which costs less to run per year?
By EPA estimates at 15,000 miles a year, the Chevrolet Equinox runs about $700 a year in fuel at its most efficient configuration, versus about $2,600 for the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class — a difference of roughly $1,900 per year.
What engines do the Equinox and GLC-Class offer?
Chevrolet Equinox: SIDI, 1.6, SIDI; FFV. Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class: SIDI; Mild Hybrid, SIDI; PHEV, SIDI.
Are they in the same vehicle class?
Yes — the EPA classifies both the Chevrolet Equinox and the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class as Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, so they compete directly.
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