Ford Bronco vs Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class
The Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class is the more efficient of the two: it reaches 29 mpg combined versus 21 mpg for the Ford Bronco, a 8 mpg advantage and costs about $350 less per year to fuel.
Across 5 measured categories, the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class leads in 5. Figures are EPA test data, not manufacturer claims.
2021–2026
Ford Bronco
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD · 66 configurations
2016–2027
Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD · 72 configurations
Head-to-head specifications
| Metric | Ford Bronco | Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class |
|---|---|---|
| Best combined MPG | 21 mpg | 29 mpg ✓ |
| Best city MPG | 20 mpg | 26 mpg ✓ |
| Best highway MPG | 22 mpg | 33 mpg ✓ |
| Lowest annual fuel costEPA estimate at 15,000 miles per year | $2,950 | $2,600 ✓ |
| Lowest CO2 output | 424 g/mi | 84 g/mi ✓ |
| Engines offered | SIDI & PFI, SIDI | SIDI; Mild Hybrid, SIDI; PHEV, SIDI |
| Transmissions | Automatic (S10), Manual 7-spd | Automatic 9-spd, Automatic 7-spd, Automatic (S9) |
| Drivetrains | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel types | Regular | Premium, Premium and Electricity |
| EPA class | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Years covered | 2021–2026 | 2016–2027 |
| Configurations on record | 66 | 72 |
Source: EPA fuel economy records via fueleconomy.gov. Best-case values across all recorded configurations for each model.
Bronco vs GLC-Class: common questions
Which is better on gas, the Ford Bronco or the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class is the more efficient of the two: it reaches 29 mpg combined versus 21 mpg for the Ford Bronco, a 8 mpg advantage and costs about $350 less per year to fuel.
Which costs less to run per year?
By EPA estimates at 15,000 miles a year, the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class runs about $2,600 a year in fuel at its most efficient configuration, versus about $2,950 for the Ford Bronco — a difference of roughly $350 per year.
What engines do the Bronco and GLC-Class offer?
Ford Bronco: SIDI & PFI, SIDI. Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class: SIDI; Mild Hybrid, SIDI; PHEV, SIDI.
Are they in the same vehicle class?
Yes — the EPA classifies both the Ford Bronco and the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class as Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, so they compete directly.
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