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Mercedes GLC vs BMW X3 vs Audi Q5 - pictures

By:Auto Express team
18 Feb 2016
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    Does the Mercedes GLC have the breeding to match high-society rivals from Audi and BMW? Picture location:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.botleysmansion.co.uk%20" target="_blank"><span class="s1"><b>Botleys Mansion, Surrey</b></span></a>

  • Mercedes GLC vs BMW X3 vs Audi Q5 - Merc GLC front tracking

    <span>Looks are important in this sector, and the fresh-faced Mercedes&nbsp;</span><span>arguably has the most appeal here.</span>

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  • Mercedes GLC vs BMW X3 vs Audi Q5 - BMW front tracking

    <span>All three test cars have premium images that mean they'll be suited to pretty much every occasion.</span>

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    <span>Is time is starting to catch up with the Q5? This should change with the new model later this year.</span>

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    <span>What the badge brings to the ownership experience will hold as much value for some buyers.</span>

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    <a href="https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/bmw"></a><span>BMW's iDrive system is the slickest user interface, but Mercedes'&nbsp;</span><span>touchpad and scroll wheel isn't far behind.</span>

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  • Mercedes GLC vs BMW X3 vs Audi Q5 - Merc front quarter

    <span>The Mercedes looks distinctive and offers the best balance between comfort and enjoyment.</span>

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    <span>The GLC has been well worth the wait. It's more expensive than rivals, but it's better equipped.</span>

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    <span>Mercedes'&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/mercedes"></a><span>touchpad and scroll wheel isn't far behind BMW's iDrive system.</span>

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