Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class vs Ford Edge
The Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class is the more efficient of the two: it reaches 29 mpg combined versus 25 mpg for the Ford Edge, a 4 mpg advantage and costs about $150 less per year to fuel.
Across 5 measured categories, the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class leads in 4. Figures are EPA test data, not manufacturer claims.
2016–2027
Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD · 72 configurations
2015–2024
Ford Edge
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD · 45 configurations
Head-to-head specifications
| Metric | Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class | Ford Edge |
|---|---|---|
| Best combined MPG | 29 mpg ✓ | 25 mpg |
| Best city MPG | 26 mpg ✓ | 22 mpg |
| Best highway MPG | 33 mpg ✓ | 30 mpg |
| Lowest annual fuel costEPA estimate at 15,000 miles per year | $2,600 | $2,450 ✓ |
| Lowest CO2 output | 84 g/mi ✓ | 360 g/mi |
| Engines offered | SIDI; Mild Hybrid, SIDI; PHEV, SIDI | SIDI, SIDI; with Semi-Auto Trans, 3.5, SIDI; Stop-Start |
| Transmissions | Automatic 9-spd, Automatic 7-spd, Automatic (S9) | Automatic (S8), Automatic 8-spd, Automatic (S6) |
| Drivetrains | Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive | All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel types | Premium, Premium and Electricity | Regular |
| EPA class | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Years covered | 2016–2027 | 2015–2024 |
| Configurations on record | 72 | 45 |
Source: EPA fuel economy records via fueleconomy.gov. Best-case values across all recorded configurations for each model.
GLC-Class vs Edge: common questions
Which is better on gas, the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class or the Ford Edge?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class is the more efficient of the two: it reaches 29 mpg combined versus 25 mpg for the Ford Edge, a 4 mpg advantage and costs about $150 less per year to fuel.
Which costs less to run per year?
By EPA estimates at 15,000 miles a year, the Ford Edge runs about $2,450 a year in fuel at its most efficient configuration, versus about $2,600 for the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class — a difference of roughly $150 per year.
What engines do the GLC-Class and Edge offer?
Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class: SIDI; Mild Hybrid, SIDI; PHEV, SIDI. Ford Edge: SIDI, SIDI; with Semi-Auto Trans, 3.5, SIDI; Stop-Start.
Are they in the same vehicle class?
Yes — the EPA classifies both the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class and the Ford Edge as Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, so they compete directly.
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