Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 v Porsche Macan GTS Comparison Test

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  • Опубліковано 8 вер 2024
  • Welcome to the new, seemingly unlikely battleground for performance car makers. The Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 and Porsche Macan GTS each represent the latest offerings from the high-riding performance genre, but they are also imperative vehicles for both German manufacturers.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 114

  • @ericbrandt8675
    @ericbrandt8675 7 років тому +16

    I looked at both Mate but it was my own $$$ buying the "Toorak Tractor" for my wife to drive. In the States the GLC43 is over $10K less than a Macan....she's driving a GLC43.....If I want to hit the track.....I'll take a proper Sports Car. The GLC43 is a great dare I say....Bargin!

  • @redlion3569
    @redlion3569 6 років тому +9

    I am ordering the GLC 43 amg in 3 days im so happy! Have to wait 4 months for delivery.

    • @anthonyhockey2433
      @anthonyhockey2433 3 роки тому

      How has the GLC been since you bought it?

    • @redlion3569
      @redlion3569 3 роки тому +1

      @@anthonyhockey2433 I really liked it, I recently sold it for a smaller sized car because I moved to a city but the Glc certainly was a great car

    • @ChrisKeyman
      @ChrisKeyman 16 днів тому

      ​@redlion3569 how was the comfort on the glc?

    • @redlion3569
      @redlion3569 16 днів тому +2

      @@ChrisKeyman It was a comfortable car for sure even tho I always drove it in Sport+ mode 😅

  • @ChopStickZero
    @ChopStickZero 7 років тому +27

    You guys had the track at your disposal, you couldve done a drag race or two or maybe a timed lap :/

  • @maxtroy8511
    @maxtroy8511 7 років тому +96

    So the GLC 43 is the better SUV but your choice goes to the Macan GTS? Interesting consumer advice.

    • @SiGRecon
      @SiGRecon 7 років тому +2

      yeah, I was gonna say that..

    • @maxim913
      @maxim913 7 років тому +9

      If you ever drove both, you would understand xd
      the macan is just alot more fun to drive and exciting and feels like a sportcar , so it doesn't matter how much features the glc has.

    • @withershadow3904
      @withershadow3904 7 років тому +14

      Safety nannies, squishy suspension, and a bit more rear space does not make it the better SUV in this segment, otherwise both cars are smashed to bits by a Jag F-Pace which is less than half the cost. The point is to have a luxury SUV that drives nearly like a sportscar. Porsche beats the Benz in every way in that regard, and as an additional factor, the dealership experience is much better with Porsche than Benz.

    • @trihardcx6743
      @trihardcx6743 6 років тому +5

      Withershadow The F-Pace is not less than half the cost.

    • @jimbeam4736
      @jimbeam4736 6 років тому +3

      Withershadow: You must be british to actually believing that.

  • @judiciarypag6163
    @judiciarypag6163 7 років тому +11

    I've no doubt that the Macan is the superior track car, but the '43 is quicker in a straight line and a shade more practical. I spec'd both fantastic cars in the UK and for a 50k GLC you were looking at nearly 70k - like for like spec - on the Macan! 2k down and and a 2 year wait I was told two years ago by the dealer. I'd be getting it now, in time for the new tax rules!. So it will be a GLC on my drive this Friday, and a Disco in between. Anyway, If I wanted a car with a Porsche badge on it, and don't get me wrong, I dearly do!! - it would not be a Macan..

  • @Musicislife4000
    @Musicislife4000 7 років тому +39

    So the GLC is better in every area apart from breaking and slight understeer on the track, and yet the expensive, under equipped, impractical, and smaller Macan wins??????

    • @andyp8464
      @andyp8464 7 років тому +4

      Jose War i was seriously considering the macan but in the end the GLA 45 won me over when I test drove it . much more fun but admittedly smaller and slightly less practical than the macan

    • @goldenboy8769
      @goldenboy8769 6 років тому

      how is it less practical, GLC has always been the best for practicality. It's probably just Americans (or Australians) who don't understand the European way
      GLC is best for British roads and EU

    • @jshnya
      @jshnya 5 років тому +1

      @@goldenboy8769 he said GLA not GLC dude

  • @s2dsayer524
    @s2dsayer524 10 місяців тому +2

    The true competitor for the GLC 43 is the Macan S, not the GTS

  • @grod9976
    @grod9976 3 роки тому +5

    Just ordered a Macan GTS! Hands down the best in class!

  • @xkrnxboix
    @xkrnxboix 7 років тому +12

    My pick would easily be the Macan GTS although I am a little biased. Macan looks much more sportier and is probably more fun to drive even on the street. The 9-speed auto is slow compared to the PDK. The Macan will be better in depreciation as AMG products tend to depreciate very quickly. I don't think the space/utility is too different between the two cars honestly. I admit there is a big price difference between the two but if price is the factor you will still get most of it with the Macan S.

  • @litespeed65
    @litespeed65 7 років тому +16

    BAD comparison using track criteria to judge 2 SUV's?! WTH??
    Oh, by the way, in the real world, the GLC is the smarter choice.

  • @slickstar7023
    @slickstar7023 4 роки тому +2

    I want both

  • @jmjtv92
    @jmjtv92 3 роки тому +2

    Love them both

  • @antont5633
    @antont5633 Рік тому +1

    The macan’s tech looks so old school and busy. I chose the glc amg.

  • @Aurora_v_cali
    @Aurora_v_cali 7 років тому +22

    Id go glc all day.

  • @inox1ck
    @inox1ck 6 років тому +1

    Porsche starts with better figures (transmission, steering and chassis) but these come at a price. You can configure a GLC with decent options at a much lower price. The glc starts from 57k while the macan gts from 74k and you will still need to add expensive optionals.

  • @aidenw207
    @aidenw207 5 років тому +1

    I think were the Mercedes falls short is the Burmester sound system is 590 watts, while Porsche Burmester sound system is over 1000 watts.

    • @timburton1080
      @timburton1080 4 роки тому

      One comes with the premium pack, other is a very costly individual option tho

  • @gipsyavenger9829
    @gipsyavenger9829 5 років тому +4

    Pound for pound the GLC is the better buy. Porsche climbs to $81k(conservatively) compared to an equally equipped $70k Mercedes. Seems someone got a t-shirt or mug from Porsche before doing this review. Vote with your money. I did !!

  • @andersjensen1499
    @andersjensen1499 7 років тому +4

    I have only driven the GTS and it is amazing in the way it drives, but two things that made me not buy it was the space in the backseat and the fuel economy. It's possible to get it with a 75 liters tank but still I would have to fuel it every 4 days. It's not so much the price for the extra fuel but simply the time and irritation to drive and look for a place to refuel when you are on the move and yes I know that the navigation can help me... but still
    Since the Merc has a 9 speed gearbox it should have a better fuel economy - here the problem is that it only comes with around 60-65 liters tank.
    Normally I would buy a diesel but these engines just feel and sound so much better. I can only hope the facelift in the macan will bring a more powerful diesel engine or that Mercedes will put the new 313 HK diesel in the GLC
    Does anyone know the fuel economy of the GLC 43 in real life?

    • @dapanda3740
      @dapanda3740 7 років тому +1

      Anders Jensen about 26mpg but got 18mpg other day driving hard

  • @paulstefan357
    @paulstefan357 7 років тому +21

    GLC any time

  • @josteinholen1312
    @josteinholen1312 9 днів тому

    The Macan is the better driving machine, but that does not offset the cramped backseats, small boot and service costs. The Macan also looks a bit dated now.

  • @farinhaha
    @farinhaha 4 роки тому

    Wanted to see them RACE!!!!!!!

  • @leemcmullan
    @leemcmullan 7 років тому +17

    This video made no sense!!! hahaha I want the mercedes!

  • @wojtekkrajewski5541
    @wojtekkrajewski5541 7 років тому +4

    We have a macan Gts

  • @Solihul886
    @Solihul886 6 років тому +2

    Glc is the nicer and better car imo, but I would still choose Porsche because of the superior brand.
    And the brand really does make the difference. Mercedes is too saturated these days. Unless we are talking about a gtr.

    • @jondoe1310
      @jondoe1310 6 років тому +1

      zenbon sak Mercedes is more reliable than Porsche. My GLC43 AMG now with 21k miles has been trouble free and faster than the Porsche

    • @Solihul886
      @Solihul886 6 років тому +1

      @@jondoe1310 yeah but 63s or not even worth buying in all honesty. And again, its the brand that makes porsche the better pick. UK for instance can't even take full advantage of the speed 99 percent of the time regardless, so at that point it becomes about status.

  • @LSAworship
    @LSAworship 7 років тому +3

    Im cross shopping both... macan is a great car but is looking dated inside compared to Audi and MB. New SQ5 and GLC43 will be at least 10k cheaper. I do plan to rent a Macan S to give a solid look.

    • @CinemaUnited
      @CinemaUnited 7 років тому +1

      Motoring Australia SQ5 was already available in a petrol. There were two options.

  • @bosse641
    @bosse641 7 років тому +1

    Cool

  • @tonywellington7854
    @tonywellington7854 4 роки тому +5

    porsche smokes mercedes

  • @722stirlingmoss
    @722stirlingmoss 7 років тому +23

    Glc 10 000 times

  • @AArturoDDice
    @AArturoDDice 4 роки тому +3

    So the Mercedes is better at almost every aspect but the Porsche wins just because. Seriously?

  • @georgschweier694
    @georgschweier694 3 роки тому +2

    Porsche very Good Beautiful i Love Porsche 🤩😍😍🤩💗💗💗

  • @litespeed65
    @litespeed65 7 років тому +5

    Poorly conceived test is designed to favour the Macan, racing around a racetrack? Really?!
    I had considered the Macan 2 years ago but after building one on their website, the options pricing was outrageous. The thing is in desperate need of an update as well, it never was good looking, and time has not been kind to the S.
    Also, consider that they had to go to the much more expensive GTS to even compete.

    • @534A53
      @534A53 6 років тому

      Exactly!! Porsche basically make every single feature an option you have to select and pay extra for. So confusing, not to mention it will cost you loads extra money for options that other manufacturers like Audi, Mercedes, etc include in the base price. To get the exact same features on a Macan as you get on the GLC AMG or SQ5, it will cost you way more.

    • @juz882010
      @juz882010 6 років тому

      that's the whole idea behind the GTS model... that its the best of those options with a reduced price...

  • @MrHarlemworld
    @MrHarlemworld 7 років тому +9

    GREAT REVIEW FOR A GREAT CAR.PORSCHE MACAN!

  • @georgschweier694
    @georgschweier694 3 роки тому +1

    Porsche very nice Good Beautiful

  • @fredbosch540
    @fredbosch540 7 років тому +12

    GLC AMG 43 is the Best

  • @honguenloh4612
    @honguenloh4612 3 роки тому

    Wunderbarr

  • @NASCARcanLicMehPoop
    @NASCARcanLicMehPoop 7 років тому

    we did not get to hear the cars??

  • @BloathingInVegas
    @BloathingInVegas 6 років тому

    This guy just loves the underdog. Lol

  • @jameslovett8697
    @jameslovett8697 7 років тому +33

    Id take the Macan anyyyday...but id prefer a macan turbo :D

    • @ericbrandt8675
      @ericbrandt8675 7 років тому

      You don't know much about cars do you? The Macan GTS is a twin turbo V6 just like the GLC43.

    • @jameslovett8697
      @jameslovett8697 7 років тому +9

      Eric Brandt im talking about the macan turbo... 3.6l twin turbo with 294kw and 550nm u spend...not the macan s and gts models....

    • @davyrao
      @davyrao 7 років тому

      my mate bought a macan turbo last year and cost him 180+k with almost all optional parts

    • @MrHarlemworld
      @MrHarlemworld 7 років тому

      GREAT TASTE MY MAN!

    • @referencechannel996
      @referencechannel996 7 років тому +1

      With that cash i would buy a Mclaren MC12 4C...LOL WHAT A WASTE....

  • @chichocali8120
    @chichocali8120 7 років тому +3

    the GTS is on another level... MACAN anyday

  • @arta901
    @arta901 5 років тому

    No drag race???

  • @maxtroy8511
    @maxtroy8511 4 роки тому +1

    So the SUV which is more practical and better for every day driving lost to the one which is better on the track? Now I see why your channel is at the bottom of the pile.

  • @freddiestream8331
    @freddiestream8331 6 років тому +3

    Porsche (Macan GTS is my 3rd Porsche ) is way above better car in all aspects than Mercedes and other cars

    • @Notsure00700
      @Notsure00700 6 років тому +1

      Freddie Stream way better? Because it’s slower and smaller and more expensive. You have drunk the Porsche badge kook aid!

  • @Rattlesomecages
    @Rattlesomecages 7 днів тому +1

    I just ordered both cars because I want to out do everyone in the comments!

  • @piergiorgiotranquilli5152
    @piergiorgiotranquilli5152 6 місяців тому

    Mercedes🙌🏻❤️⭐

  • @hdidane00
    @hdidane00 6 років тому +1

    GLC 63s would be the real comparison.

  • @Looney2x44
    @Looney2x44 Рік тому

    U digggg

  • @mwendwakitavi
    @mwendwakitavi 6 років тому

    which one is faster?

    • @jondoe1310
      @jondoe1310 6 років тому

      MKM2ND the GLC43

    • @GeauxRilla
      @GeauxRilla 2 роки тому

      Good question, the video doesn't answer it! Lol

  • @evanh.563
    @evanh.563 4 роки тому +2

    Macan turbo wouldve been a better comparison with the amg

  • @goldenboy8769
    @goldenboy8769 6 років тому +2

    what an unfair test, you went for 43 instead of 63s

    • @GeauxRilla
      @GeauxRilla 2 роки тому

      43's are more accessible

  • @whyalwaysme2522
    @whyalwaysme2522 6 років тому +4

    Porsche any day

  • @riyadzaoui2352
    @riyadzaoui2352 6 років тому +1

    The best or nothing

  • @Selector21
    @Selector21 3 роки тому

    Care to mention Macan's horrible rear view camera and much less interior space?

  • @Magic_Vince
    @Magic_Vince 7 років тому +36

    GLC looks better

    • @PanasonicTooth
      @PanasonicTooth 6 років тому +5

      I thought the opposite. The GLC looks like a Subaru compared to the Macan.

    • @hkb976
      @hkb976 6 років тому +6

      Macan Looks Way better

    • @mathewhrestak2215
      @mathewhrestak2215 6 років тому +1

      Glc43 looks cheap next to the porsche

    • @ryanowen3026
      @ryanowen3026 6 років тому

      Should’ve gone to spec savers

  • @brucec43
    @brucec43 6 років тому

    GLC looks better and would have more utility value. It also has more storage for your stuff like wallets, sunglasses, etc. The Macan is just a hatchback on stilts.

  • @SiGRecon
    @SiGRecon 7 років тому +3

    senseless review.....

  • @Looney2x44
    @Looney2x44 Рік тому

    Doppeee

  • @saulocorreia6070
    @saulocorreia6070 7 років тому +11

    The Mercedes is good, but the Porsche Macan is perfect - and has good mechanics

  • @michaelmich00
    @michaelmich00 2 роки тому +1

    glc43 is way better, i smell ad

    • @thatpersiandude7386
      @thatpersiandude7386 2 роки тому

      I actually just drove both today… Was really disappointed with macans interior, way too much buttons that didn’t even feel “expensive” to press

  • @sharsasuke01
    @sharsasuke01 6 років тому +1

    Porche's interior is shit. And no push start, really?

  • @Andrew-ch1zf
    @Andrew-ch1zf 3 роки тому

    Unashamably?

  • @amigosrubbishremovalsjunkp2021
    @amigosrubbishremovalsjunkp2021 7 років тому

    great cars swete to drive cars....to dream and drive....

  • @litespeed65
    @litespeed65 4 роки тому

    GLC is the smart choice- better value and it actually functions as Utility vehicle.
    The 4,400 lb Macan touted as a “Sport” SUV is ridiculous, taking this elephant to a racetrack?

  • @TheFunkhouser
    @TheFunkhouser 7 років тому

    Aussie Rugby???HAHAHAHHAHAHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

  • @TWHISPERER
    @TWHISPERER 6 років тому +1

    You can get an Infiniti FX 50 for the same performance times as these two cars for half of the price and it's just as good looking or even better looking too me.

  • @MrHarlemworld
    @MrHarlemworld 7 років тому +14

    MACAN TURBO ALL THE WAY!

  • @bertraminc9412
    @bertraminc9412 7 років тому +19

    The Mercedes is a Kia compared to the Porsche.

    • @supaahflyy
      @supaahflyy 7 років тому +8

      there is a reason the best car in the world is always the s class lol

    • @brucec43
      @brucec43 6 років тому

      The Kia Stinger held its own with a Panamera that cost more than twice as much.

  • @hc3733
    @hc3733 7 років тому

    Worst sounding English Accent..... SIGH

  • @IceFish.
    @IceFish. 7 років тому

    x4 m40i for me