The collision detection at least in my XC40 Recharge only triggers when you're going head on against an obstacle in front of you and I believe it takes into account your steering angle, that's why it didn't trigger. It knew at that angle you wouldn't collide with the truck otherwise it'll trigger at every corner.
None of these are the best. The Tesla Model Y is actually the best. Too bad y’all didn’t include it since you are clearly paid buy these brands to include their cars. Tesla doesn’t pay for this garbage advertising. The sales #’s speak for themselves. Model Y was the best selling car in the entire world in Q1 of 2023.
I’ve had the BMW X3 M40D for the last 3 years, should have changed it this year but I’ve kept it. 0 to 60 in 4.8 s, 42mpg on a long run, decent luggage space and I still like it as much as the day i got it👌
I have the iX3 M Sport Pro which isn't quite as fast as the M40D, but more responsive due to electric power, and super smooth and comfortable like an S Class. The best thing is that it comes fully loaded - Head up display, adaptive suspension, 20" wheels, pano sunroof etc - all as standard. Stupendous car
Saying this as a PHEV owner, the Mercedes is seriously impressive purely because of its EV range. 130km of electric range (probably 110km-ish in the real world) is amazing for a PHEV.
Mandatory in Germany now. To be considered a real PHEV, the cars need to have at least a 20+kw battery and more than 100km electric only range. So expect new models from Audi and BMW with the same stats
I would go for the xc60 simply because of its sleek and unique design both interior and exterior and premium built quality with no hard plastics .Also the drive and performance seems superbly aided by the plush and luxurious cabins .
@@DGupta-c4t That's a sloppy take. You ever hear of personal preference? I've owned numerous Audis and Mercedes personally, but I recently switched to an XC60 and I agree completely with the other posters. The Volvo is sleeker, more comfortable, less chaotic, and to my great personal delight, I am enjoying the Bowers and Wilkins stereo in my Volvo much more than I did Audi's Bang and Olufsen.
Yeah and that Volvo will outlast all of them. Mercedes will break they have engine issues and so do the BMW. And not only that Volvo's are one of the most safest vehicles to drive.
I’d take the Volvo, I like it’s relatively understated looks and to me the interior feels much more restful and pleasant than the others. Though I’d prefer a V60 to the XC.
Just changed to a XC60 T8 Polestar Eng. Had a V60 T5 polestar. Got to say the V60 was a stunning car ... the tech is another level if fully trimmed. Very quick and ace handling. All in a luxury setting. Not sure why I changed ... but the T8 PE is stunning.
Just bought an Q5 55tfsi E. Added horsepower really makes the car come alive. Unfortunately choose the adaptive air suspension and it is back at the dealer again
We have a 2021 GLC 300. It is powered by gas only. We are very pleased with the overall performance and design of the vehicle. Ours is loaded with every option available from Mercedes which made it a little pricey. We owned a 2019 model previously without many options. After having a more base model, the loaded model is a pleasure to own. We have owned 3 Mercedes SUV models. Very pleased with their quality, design and performance.
X3 G01 all day everyday, it has the best interior right now because the next gen X3 will be all screen and no buttons. The current X3 has a good mix of buttons and the touchscreen. Also the performance however less power/torque it has will always be fun to drive! Not to forget the B58 40i 6cyl available in the X3, which the poor Merc doesn’t get any longer ! Can’t believe the GLC PHEV is almost 2.3 tons !!
One of your best videos because of the balance, the logical and timely transitions and all the valuable information! Even if it is 27min which is not exactly RUclips trend, is justified covering 4 great competitor cars addressing a big potential market segment!
I agree entirely with you... I would choose the cars in the same order. I am quite happy with my current plug-in hybrid. But for sure in a few years I'll change it with one of those from the 2nd hand market, probably the Mercedes GLC300e. The Lexus NX plug-in hybrid is missing from the comparison and it's as good as the Audi in my opinion.
Back to back tests are so much better than individual reviews IMO - easier for Mat to make direct comparisons and better for consumers picking a new car. Mat's cynicism about PHEVs is misplaced though, I live in London and all the PHEVs near me seem to be plugged in.
The Volvo does have that problem with the back doors being part of the wheel housing which unfortunately has meant for a lot of owners that it doesn’t keep tight enough and let in dirt and dust into the back seat. A shame really. The car is absolutely perfect for me in all aspects.
We had that issue when we got the car from the showroom floor. My guess is that it stood there for some time and the seals got a bit dry. I put some silicone spray on them and it's not had the issue since!
@@KnallenN good for you! I’m just a bit suspicious of that body feature on cars. I don’t think it looks good, and it has the obvious flaw of making the door sensitive to wear and potentially causing rust issues.
I have an xc60 and there is an official Volvo wheel arch liner thing that you can add if you really want. I have as I live in a muddy area and no mud gets through any more. Not an expensive part either to buy from Volvo so yes it can be an issue, but also an easy and cheap solution exists 👍🏻
Hi Matt, having looked in detail at three out of the four SUVs (no experience with the Volvo) I can second you ranking Mercedes - Audi -BMW. One area you did not cover, but which is important is the charging speed. The Mercedes comes with 11kW AC charging as standard, which means that you can charge back to about 100% when you go 2 hours shopping or do a 2 hour customer visit. WLTP range 119-130km depending on options. You can even upgrade to 50kW DC charging, which turns the GLC to an ALMOST electrical car which is a good option in countries where the charging infrastructure is not well developed (my impression was that this applies e.g. to the UK, but also many parts of Southern or Eastern Europe). Admittedly, the car does not make sense in the Nordics, Benelux, Germany etc. where the range extending ICE is simply not needed anymore. The Audi charges with 7.4 kW AC, but does not have a fast charging option. WLTP range 56-62km depending on options. I guess it delivers what is typical for PHEVs in that price range with respect to charging and range. The BMW charges with veeeeeery slow 3.7 kW AC. WLTP range 51-55km depending on options. Admittedly this was still acceptable back when the X3 was introduced, it is anachronistic by today's standards.
@@TSundergroundnah, it looks the best among this group. And theres nothing bad about Chinese designs recently, they're leagues better than European and American designs
@@TSunderground tf you mean Chinese design pfff, yes a chinese company owns it, but it is still the same Volvo from sweden, just like it was when it was owned by american Ford
@@Conceptcreator the same Volvo from Sweden? With all the defects and bugs that it have and the owners said that, hell no this is not the same Volvo even like previous owner of the company, first XC90 was ethalon this new gens are even not little close
To think that the XC60 is as fast as an 2002 RS6 is crazy. Would certainly feel flabbergasted when driving the RS6 and having a XC60 accelerate as fast as me.
@@charles_.l Thankfully not, espacially after 140 the Volvo dies and after 180 it stops. Imagine driving from Hamburg to Salzburg and not being able to go faster than 180...
It would not be superfluous to note that the Volvo battery is located in the central tunnel between the front passengers and has an independent all-wheel drive system. The gasoline engine drives only the front wheels, while the rear wheels are connected only to the electric motor. This has both its pros and cons. But this is a significant difference from other cars in which the electric motor is located along with the gearbox.
Nice premium family suvs. I like them all and some have better specification in that, others have better in another thing. Overall I would choose by this order of preference: 1. MERCEDES 2. AUDI 3. VOLVO 4. BMW
Our local Mercedes dealer tried to scam us out of a $1,000 lost key when we bought a used car from them. Lied to our face, and then wanted to argue about it. We walked away, and bought a Volvo XC60 B5 Ultimate with the HUD. Very happy with it.
Because it is the newest model - the others (or some of them) will at least equal the Merc once the new models arrive - just comes down to when you want to change your car..
Worse made but more expensive. Let's just see how long this era of junk finance express cars sell for😂 they are already pulling stunts and twisting the car sales figures so they know people are walking away.
Like I have said in the XC60 review... Overall, I would take a GLC but if we are talking about safety, I would take the XC60 but for performance an Audi SQ5 is good value for money. And the BMW, for the convenience. This is my opinion though.
The X3 M40i is what I would take for performance because it is so amazingly fast. Also the SQ5 is slower than the Volvo in this video which is probably the one I’d have it has proved it has timeless design and I think it just embodies this class of car perfectly
Volvo is not at the top of safety anymore. They only just got into top 20 last year in EURONCAP while Tesla got 1st and 2nd place in front of a Mercedes.
@@Arpedk I think it’s crazy that Tesla got first and second when you look at a lot of their crashes in the real world where the cars have been splitting in half and catching fire. The only reason they seem to score so much higher than competitors is that they are next to impossible to roll since the batteries are so low. Also the amount of videos I have seen on Instagram of Volvo crash tests vs all the German brands I would much rather be in one than the Mercedes bmw and Audi equivalent. When they hit the barriers all of the competition stop dead often getting air and bouncing backwards. The Volvos plough straight on Massively reducing the forces that the occupants go through. Sadly a cars safety rating is not based solely on how well it performs in an impact anymore and on impacts Volvos still handle them the best
@lbnewell lol, so few cases of that and still maybe only 1 confirmed battery fire of a Model 3 or Y. Also EuroNCAP doesn't use rollover for their scores. Don't believe everything you see in the news. Tesla and Elon generates insane amounts of clicks so the news will use that to earn money not to provide you with actual information. Crashtests doesn't lie, media do.
I'd chose the Volvo anytime. It's just sleek, and seat comfort is what really matters, especially on long trips. Interior is just beautifully blend together, and I prefer it over any of these cars. Volovos safety is also unmatched. But then, I might be biased because I'm Volvo owner. 😅
3:45 the most annoying part of the Mercedes interior is the digital display. Not the display and functionalities itself, but how that tablet is being mounted there. It looks like they designed it without it and then just mounted on top. It doesn't quite feel integrated there
Where is the Lexus nx and Jaguar f pace and Land Rover Discovery Sport and Genesis GV70 and Alfa Romeo Stelvio and Maserati Grecale and DS7 and Porsche Macan and Mazda CX60
That's the politically correct choice but from objective data, the audi is quieter, more dynamic, comfortable and also sporty. The only thing letting down is the range. Otherwise it's superior on all counts and the cheapest overall on price. Thanks for a brilliant video.
It's amazing how much technology has evolved over the past generation. Not the price though, they are very expensive, but I guess technology doesn't come cheap.
Evolved? Mate a dual clutch gearbox is from a 1970s tractor, tractors are on 6 clutch 50+speed power shift gearboxes nowadays.. and the only other thing that's changed is tyre tech has got better to allow for a much faster 60ft. The rest of the tech is junk, laggy screens instead of interior and they are becoming less aerodynamic 😂 I mean a Vauxhall Carlton from 30yr ago has lower drag Co-eff. Suspension wise they run cars stiffer now with diabolically bad dampening and rebound that confuses them over bumps, cambers & potholes. Not really sure where the hike in Tech is when motorbikes have 6 axis systems that can even prevent highsides they and have much faster electronic polling so can react a lot faster and speed up or slow down the engine way way faster as there's no internal weight in the engine. These current car engines as still lethargic as it gets on rpm change so you won't break any handling or roadholding records while the car is weight transitioning all over the place to compensate for the lazy engines. Porsche have done probably the best job as they kept the smaller 6 block and lightened it up internally so it was more responsive, the results paid off but they are a long long way from being at motorcycle engine tech levels. Lorries have better engine and gearbox tech than cars by several decades so please 🙏 don't over hype these disposable junk heaps they need to sort the build quality out for a start, they fall apart in months modern cars.
@@bigduphusaj162 you forgot about abs-brakes, led-headlights, direct injection, bio-fuel engines and many other things :D and besides, there are other cars in this world than suv:s regarding drag: the mercedes eqs is a good example :)
I remember how just recently Mercedes had electric motor added to its combustion cars only nominally, for taxes/fees benefits. They only added 20 horse powers, which was laughable. And now they are making real hybrids.
As an Audi Owner i'd probably go with the Audi simply because of 10+ Years of Great Experience both regarding Reliability and Service. Also did you Guys film that near a Swamp? So many Insects, not that i mind! Was fun to see if Matt will be bothered by them or not haha Prost & Cheers from Berchtesgaden in the Bavarian Alps
I'd consider the 2023 BMW X1 as from a tech perspective e.g. I'd argue it's more of a competitor to the GLC and rest than the current X3. It also grew in all dimensions
I was test-driving all of them + RR Evoque and LR Discovery Sport. Volvo is way better than other cars. It has electric range of 77km + the fuel tank of 71 litres, which gives you a real 900+km of the range on te highway. Non of the other cars will do it. Also, speaking about the basic version, Volvo has much better spec. Google entertainment maybe is not so good, and no physical buttons unfortunately, but Google system on Volvo works much faster than on the other cars. I love Matt's reviews, but this one was not objective at all. Looks like only Matt's personal preferences to the brands were taken into account. Also, for Google system on Volvo, you can bind shortcuts, instead of navigating through out the system.
@@E620SE my main point was that only Volvo can make 900+ range among those 4 cars. And for those people, who travel for long distance - it makes a big deal.
@@E620SE my main point was that only Volvo can make 900+ range among those 4 cars. And for those people, who travel for long distance - it makes a big deal.
@@cinemastratvrange is not everything in this segment though, this is the “luxury crossover” segment. The interior comfort is a big factor in this case. If you wanted the most range you could choose different cars. Driving experience, comfort, looks and usability of the infotainment are all important.
@@j800q Infotainment system on Volvo works great and to my opinion is one of the best on the market, because it is nothing more, than a nice and fast Android Tablet. Actually don't need to use anymore Car Play at all. CleanZone feature is extremely nice for keeping the air fresh. Seats are the most comfortable of these 4 cars. Also, boot space is the largest one. Luxury cars are the ones, that give us a comfort ride for a long trip. Driving 30miles distance is not giving any tireness. Actually, luxurity of the cars is defined by the comfort - Volvo is 1st here, performance - Volvo is 1st here, Equipment - the same for all cars, amenities - I would give to Audi Q5 here. The only thing, that might be not so well is a status, because of not German car. I was awaiting for this Mercedes GLC 300e for a year, after it was announced. And I was very disappointed by its quality and comfort. I had 2 Mercedeses before (C class and E class) and unfortunately, they are losing their luxurity. BMW X3 was not so comfortable to drive as other cars, especially on the bumps. Yes, more fun. But nobody is buying such cars for fun, isn't it? Perhaps, if I would buy an SUV for fun - I would go with LR Defender P400e 110.
It would be interesting to see what breaks down first in the Audi. The DSG or the 2.0 TSI? As a german who worked for Mercedes and VW and never liked BMW I would go for the Volvo. My V70 got now 400.000km and runs like new. Best car I ever had.
Hello, I purchased a GLC 400e with the AMG Premium package on January 26, 2023. After two months, I experienced issues with the transmission controllers. In fact, the gearbox repeatedly failed at high speeds, especially above 160 kilometers per hour, causing significant stress and concern for my own safety and that of my family while driving on the highway. This serious risk of an accident has put me and my family in danger. After four attempts to diagnose the problem by Mercedes, starting from June 21, my vehicle has been at the Mercedes service center in Aschaffenburg, Germany. However, unfortunately, they do not have the necessary parts for the repair, and I am forced to wait until July 31. Undoubtedly, this lengthy delay has left me extremely dissatisfied and angry with Mercedes. Until today, despite sending multiple emails to Mercedes and filling out their form, they have not made any contact or taken any actions to address my concerns and seek my satisfaction.
I think you really understated the performance difference. The Volvo is proper fast compared to significantly sportier vehicles, has great ev range, and is driveable in ev only mode. Others are just boring to drive in EV. I don't think it's much of a contest for anyone who wants a smooth, powerful, fun, roomy suv. Volvo is the first choice. 😊
You are new to luxury brands.....you like Volvo...it's a piece of shit.....it's not your fault....you guys just saw luxury but don't know the definition...poor guys....big idiots....
You are new to luxury brands.....you like Volvo...it's a piece of shit.....it's not your fault....you guys just saw luxury but don't know the definition...poor guys....big idiots....😊
@@purwantiallan5089 well you opinion is wrong cause 1966 Ford GT40 does 0-60 in 4.7 s, not 6.0s, so the X3 aint no way accelerated as fast as 1966 Ford GT40
Hi Carwow Could you pit a Mazda CX-60 PHEV up against some or all of these cars please? I’ve just purchased one and would love to see your thoughts on where it sits up against these cars as I believe it’s better looking and has better interior quality and functionality than some if not all of the cars in this review. Cheers guys 🙂🤞🏼
@@jola6175 the ICE x3 should come in 2024, however theres a global fully-electric version that will be built on new dedicated ev platform that should debut in 2025. Interesting to see how it will turn out.
I just got a 2024 Volvo Plus PHEV. Absolutely love this car. Always love the styling of the Volvos. The other three cars look tremendous, but for the price Volvo has always been very good about not nickel and diming you for all the additional like BMW and Audi does. I’m not sure if the higher price point (in the US) is coming from tariffs, but between the $7500 federal credit, and various other discounts (loyalty, first responder, etc.) the overall cost of the car dropped by $11K. Tremendous deal!
You are new to luxury brands.....you like Volvo...it's a piece of shit.....it's not your fault....you guys just saw luxury but don't know the definition...poor guys....big idiots....
Just bought a q5 pick it up from audi on Monday, I would of gone the merc off the review but I just preferred the looks of the audi. And it's bad enough I have to be grown up and not get a boy racer car anymore so didn't want to compromise on the loos aswell 😂
For me there is also a place for mazda cx60 in this comparison. Even if it is not treated as a premium brand, than this model should stay in the same line, and comparison would be very interesting.
@@briannyazika964 The Jaguar F pace is very comparable to the cars that are shown. These aren’t proper luxury cars, they are like the S class and bmw X5, X7 etc. Therefore the Jaguar is able to compete as it focuses on being spacious and nice to drive than a xc60 while having a luxurious cabin
@@dand8163 Who cares about info when there is Apple carplay. And istead of huge ipad it is tastefully designed. Plus, new Alfas are no less if not more reliable, plenty of new BMW engines are way more fragile
Matt keeps banging on about how some of these are "dated now".... "Last updated in 2021"! My Hilux was last updated in 2011 and everything works perfectly. I've never owned a car anywhere near this modern or tricked out.
Great video! I do think you missed an opportunity to test something many potential buyers of phev always wonder about as the manufacturer never are straightforward. That is, testing how they drive in ev mode only. Can it they be "locked" in ev mode to prevent the engine from turning on, and if so what is the real world performance during highway driving. Some are very enimic in ev mode which is why the engine always turns on but to many, that defeats the point of a phev. I have not found one that can do this well and I will not make the move to phev until then. Full electric is not for me either due to infrastructure limitations where I am.
You've raised a quite important issue, and I'm interested in gaining an insight on this as I and my wife are contemplating going for one of these...currently with more preference for the GCL
I still think the XC60 beats the others in terms of looks. The others are so shouty and pretentious with overstyled haunches, fenders, and grills. The Volvo meanwhile is subdued and I like that in a car. I don't need to try and pretend I am a celebrity driving around in a flashy car to impress poor people. I love the Volvo for it's discreteness
For the Q5, it aren't exhausts but HDMI ports!
Yes 😍
Cheap ones at that probably snap off first B-road you're on. Abysmal reliability on all of these heaps even the Volvo is unreliable now.
@@bigduphusaj162 the reliability is also worse than Subaru 360.
@@bigduphusaj162 Huh? Volvos are really reliable
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The collision detection at least in my XC40 Recharge only triggers when you're going head on against an obstacle in front of you and I believe it takes into account your steering angle, that's why it didn't trigger. It knew at that angle you wouldn't collide with the truck otherwise it'll trigger at every corner.
XC40 and Mercedes Q5 for me are the most superior SUVs.
None of these are the best. The Tesla Model Y is actually the best. Too bad y’all didn’t include it since you are clearly paid buy these brands to include their cars. Tesla doesn’t pay for this garbage advertising. The sales #’s speak for themselves. Model Y was the best selling car in the entire world in Q1 of 2023.
@@purwantiallan5089 Q5 isnt mercedes tho, it's audi
@@9770G The meatriding is crazy
@Paul no? maybe cos u cant afford them.
I’ve had the BMW X3 M40D for the last 3 years, should have changed it this year but I’ve kept it. 0 to 60 in 4.8 s, 42mpg on a long run, decent luggage space and I still like it as much as the day i got it👌
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Nice. Keep it Bayerisch.
damn that m40d drives like a dream, can’t really get bored with it, have fun using it !
Wow! That is what i want to buy next ;)
I have the iX3 M Sport Pro which isn't quite as fast as the M40D, but more responsive due to electric power, and super smooth and comfortable like an S Class. The best thing is that it comes fully loaded - Head up display, adaptive suspension, 20" wheels, pano sunroof etc - all as standard. Stupendous car
Saying this as a PHEV owner, the Mercedes is seriously impressive purely because of its EV range. 130km of electric range (probably 110km-ish in the real world) is amazing for a PHEV.
Mandatory in Germany now. To be considered a real PHEV, the cars need to have at least a 20+kw battery and more than 100km electric only range. So expect new models from Audi and BMW with the same stats
What year and model mercedes?
@nav01nav are u seriously asking that. Did you not watch the video lol
Volvo it is for me. Even though it was released some 6 years ago, it still is the best looking out of the bunch. Overall, an excellent package.
The Volvo is actually the most boring looking! Sorry Bro.
@@colors6692 "boring looking isn't a thing, its a Scandinavian design meaning its meant to be simplistic not boring.
U must be blind
@@colors6692 simplistic, not boring
@@colors6692no bro it's the safest one. Volvo cars are amazing
I would go for the xc60 simply because of its sleek and unique design both interior and exterior and premium built quality with no hard plastics .Also the drive and performance seems superbly aided by the plush and luxurious cabins .
Kind of agree. Comfort factor and less busy/chaotic visually is a big win for Volvo hybrid
Absolute disagree....interiors are cheapest with worst driving pleasure. You both seem to be new to luxury brands....it's not your fault
@@DGupta-c4t That's a sloppy take. You ever hear of personal preference? I've owned numerous Audis and Mercedes personally, but I recently switched to an XC60 and I agree completely with the other posters. The Volvo is sleeker, more comfortable, less chaotic, and to my great personal delight, I am enjoying the Bowers and Wilkins stereo in my Volvo much more than I did Audi's Bang and Olufsen.
It's as boring as watching paint dry
Yeah and that Volvo will outlast all of them. Mercedes will break they have engine issues and so do the BMW. And not only that Volvo's are one of the most safest vehicles to drive.
I’d take the Volvo, I like it’s relatively understated looks and to me the interior feels much more restful and pleasant than the others. Though I’d prefer a V60 to the XC.
i'd take the glc, but in black just because its more comfortable and sportier
We had a v60 t6. Good car. we have a polestar now
Just changed to a XC60 T8 Polestar Eng. Had a V60 T5 polestar. Got to say the V60 was a stunning car ... the tech is another level if fully trimmed. Very quick and ace handling. All in a luxury setting. Not sure why I changed ... but the T8 PE is stunning.
didn't ask
Boring
Just bought an Q5 55tfsi E. Added horsepower really makes the car come alive. Unfortunately choose the adaptive air suspension and it is back at the dealer again
i love dealerships!
Can't get them new in the UK currently 😢
almanya ya da hollanda gurbetçisin değil mi
@@scottyuk not even possible in Ireland either.
@@minigiant8998 realistically getting them may took a few hundreds of dollars.
We have a 2021 GLC 300. It is powered by gas only. We are very pleased with the overall performance and design of the vehicle. Ours is loaded with every option available from Mercedes which made it a little pricey. We owned a 2019 model previously without many options. After having a more base model, the loaded model is a pleasure to own. We have owned 3 Mercedes SUV models. Very pleased with their quality, design and performance.
You sir quite an aristocrat
Thumbs up for this comparison video: Mercedes GLA vs BMW X1 vs Audi Q3 vs Volvo XC40.
Considering the price, I’d take the Q5. Well built and spacious, yet more comfortable then the others. Also a lot quicker then expected.
It's a no-brainer, I'd do the same
Agreed. Couldn't live with fake exhausts though so have ordered a Sportback 😂
Tesla Model Y around the same price as well 🤔
@@Arpedk🤢🤮
@@Arpedk It can be an option ,but also depends where you live.For a grocery hauler can do the job as good as the others
X3 G01 all day everyday, it has the best interior right now because the next gen X3 will be all screen and no buttons. The current X3 has a good mix of buttons and the touchscreen.
Also the performance however less power/torque it has will always be fun to drive! Not to forget the B58 40i 6cyl available in the X3, which the poor Merc doesn’t get any longer !
Can’t believe the GLC PHEV is almost 2.3 tons !!
Any idea, when the next x3(2024), will roll out
Fax fax fax
@@varshadityasamala302august 2024 production starts
The volvo xc60 is pretty
Funny you mention the lack of a driver mode button in the XC60, years previous to 2021 (I think that’s the correct year) had this as a roller button
XC60 imo has 23 bhp more than XC40. The XC40 only had 218bhp.
@@purwantiallan5089 ok
@@purwantiallan5089 XC60 has more than 400bhp. so it's more than 23 from XC40
@@purwantiallan5089 how is that an opinion? its a fact...
It's a family SUV who cares about horsepower get an XC90
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One of your best videos because of the balance, the logical and timely transitions and all the valuable information! Even if it is 27min which is not exactly RUclips trend, is justified covering 4 great competitor cars addressing a big potential market segment!
I would take the XC60 in White with Black trim and Black wheels!
I agree entirely with you... I would choose the cars in the same order. I am quite happy with my current plug-in hybrid. But for sure in a few years I'll change it with one of those from the 2nd hand market, probably the Mercedes GLC300e. The Lexus NX plug-in hybrid is missing from the comparison and it's as good as the Audi in my opinion.
Back to back tests are so much better than individual reviews IMO - easier for Mat to make direct comparisons and better for consumers picking a new car. Mat's cynicism about PHEVs is misplaced though, I live in London and all the PHEVs near me seem to be plugged in.
🤣🤣🤣🤦♂️ well done for a dumb comment
The Volvo does have that problem with the back doors being part of the wheel housing which unfortunately has meant for a lot of owners that it doesn’t keep tight enough and let in dirt and dust into the back seat. A shame really. The car is absolutely perfect for me in all aspects.
We had that issue when we got the car from the showroom floor. My guess is that it stood there for some time and the seals got a bit dry. I put some silicone spray on them and it's not had the issue since!
@@KnallenN good for you! I’m just a bit suspicious of that body feature on cars. I don’t think it looks good, and it has the obvious flaw of making the door sensitive to wear and potentially causing rust issues.
I have an xc60 and there is an official Volvo wheel arch liner thing that you can add if you really want. I have as I live in a muddy area and no mud gets through any more. Not an expensive part either to buy from Volvo so yes it can be an issue, but also an easy and cheap solution exists 👍🏻
Hi Matt, having looked in detail at three out of the four SUVs (no experience with the Volvo) I can second you ranking Mercedes - Audi -BMW. One area you did not cover, but which is important is the charging speed.
The Mercedes comes with 11kW AC charging as standard, which means that you can charge back to about 100% when you go 2 hours shopping or do a 2 hour customer visit. WLTP range 119-130km depending on options. You can even upgrade to 50kW DC charging, which turns the GLC to an ALMOST electrical car which is a good option in countries where the charging infrastructure is not well developed (my impression was that this applies e.g. to the UK, but also many parts of Southern or Eastern Europe). Admittedly, the car does not make sense in the Nordics, Benelux, Germany etc. where the range extending ICE is simply not needed anymore.
The Audi charges with 7.4 kW AC, but does not have a fast charging option. WLTP range 56-62km depending on options. I guess it delivers what is typical for PHEVs in that price range with respect to charging and range.
The BMW charges with veeeeeery slow 3.7 kW AC. WLTP range 51-55km depending on options. Admittedly this was still acceptable back when the X3 was introduced, it is anachronistic by today's standards.
Thamks for the details
You don't need fast charging for these bro. They self charge as well and the audi is 2 hours at 7kw🤦♂️
I’ve been using my xc90 PHEV for couple of years and still love it.
Surprised the Volvo didn’t rank higher. It’s an unbelievably nice car.
Для меня Volvo на 1 месте... XC 60 the best
That volvo looks absolutely beautiful ❤
average China design
@@TSundergroundnah, it looks the best among this group.
And theres nothing bad about Chinese designs recently, they're leagues better than European and American designs
@@sillimilli3802 i know BMW is also Chinese design but is way better Volvo is for 60+YO
@@TSunderground tf you mean Chinese design pfff, yes a chinese company owns it, but it is still the same Volvo from sweden, just like it was when it was owned by american Ford
@@Conceptcreator the same Volvo from Sweden? With all the defects and bugs that it have and the owners said that, hell no this is not the same Volvo even like previous owner of the company, first XC90 was ethalon this new gens are even not little close
Stuck between the GlC and Q5 they are both such great cars I’d tie them for first place
At least here in Germany, the old Q5 as featured in this video is no longer available for ordering. A new one will be coming soon.
To think that the XC60 is as fast as an 2002 RS6 is crazy. Would certainly feel flabbergasted when driving the RS6 and having a XC60 accelerate as fast as me.
Because your rs6 is 21 years old bro 😂
honestly it’s prob faster
@@charles_.l Thankfully not, espacially after 140 the Volvo dies and after 180 it stops. Imagine driving from Hamburg to Salzburg and not being able to go faster than 180...
Not in corners
@@miguelnavarrodonadios6067 Actually the RS6 is and has never been a "corners" car.. It is an Autobahn missile, but that is it. ;)
It would not be superfluous to note that the Volvo battery is located in the central tunnel between the front passengers and has an independent all-wheel drive system. The gasoline engine drives only the front wheels, while the rear wheels are connected only to the electric motor. This has both its pros and cons. But this is a significant difference from other cars in which the electric motor is located along with the gearbox.
It's terrible. Means when it runs out it's only front wheel drive
Nice premium family suvs. I like them all and some have better specification in that, others have better in another thing. Overall I would choose by this order of preference:
1. MERCEDES
2. AUDI
3. VOLVO
4. BMW
For sure Volvo XC60, cause I own one 😄
I'll take the Volvo, seat comfort at its best.
Mate, still the best new car review channel, love the honesty. I'd have the Volvo
Our local Mercedes dealer tried to scam us out of a $1,000 lost key when we bought a used car from them. Lied to our face, and then wanted to argue about it. We walked away, and bought a Volvo XC60 B5 Ultimate with the HUD. Very happy with it.
Not for long you're not.
The b5 is terrible
. Volvo makes a solid reliable car.
We knew that the winner will be the GLC way before starting the video 🙃
Yes he is mercedes boy
Because mercedes is the best
Mercedes makes better all round cars
Ugly Mercedes without exhaust, only Audi is worse in this comparison
Because it is the newest model - the others (or some of them) will at least equal the Merc once the new models arrive - just comes down to when you want to change your car..
Was choosing between all these and leaning towards Q5, but after test driving all of them bought Audi A4 Allroad.
None of the best, just comes down to brand preference at this point.
I would choose the Volvo X40 I just prefer the looks and the practicality of that car 👍🏻
The Volvo XC40 wasn't in this test so I'm guessing you meant XC60?
I have driven all of them and I agree the Merc is the best. So much so one is on order!!!
Nice video. watched videos in 2020. noticed the price changes in these three years. inflated so much..
Greed
Worse made but more expensive. Let's just see how long this era of junk finance express cars sell for😂 they are already pulling stunts and twisting the car sales figures so they know people are walking away.
@@bigduphusaj162 I bet it's a scheme launched by the government to convert people to public transport.
Like I have said in the XC60 review... Overall, I would take a GLC but if we are talking about safety, I would take the XC60 but for performance an Audi SQ5 is good value for money. And the BMW, for the convenience. This is my opinion though.
The X3 M40i is what I would take for performance because it is so amazingly fast. Also the SQ5 is slower than the Volvo in this video which is probably the one I’d have it has proved it has timeless design and I think it just embodies this class of car perfectly
Volvo is not at the top of safety anymore. They only just got into top 20 last year in EURONCAP while Tesla got 1st and 2nd place in front of a Mercedes.
@@Arpedk I think it’s crazy that Tesla got first and second when you look at a lot of their crashes in the real world where the cars have been splitting in half and catching fire. The only reason they seem to score so much higher than competitors is that they are next to impossible to roll since the batteries are so low. Also the amount of videos I have seen on Instagram of Volvo crash tests vs all the German brands I would much rather be in one than the Mercedes bmw and Audi equivalent. When they hit the barriers all of the competition stop dead often getting air and bouncing backwards. The Volvos plough straight on Massively reducing the forces that the occupants go through. Sadly a cars safety rating is not based solely on how well it performs in an impact anymore and on impacts Volvos still handle them the best
@lbnewell lol, so few cases of that and still maybe only 1 confirmed battery fire of a Model 3 or Y.
Also EuroNCAP doesn't use rollover for their scores.
Don't believe everything you see in the news. Tesla and Elon generates insane amounts of clicks so the news will use that to earn money not to provide you with actual information.
Crashtests doesn't lie, media do.
Volvo and genesis are leading no Germans in top 20
I'd chose the Volvo anytime. It's just sleek, and seat comfort is what really matters, especially on long trips. Interior is just beautifully blend together, and I prefer it over any of these cars.
Volovos safety is also unmatched. But then, I might be biased because I'm Volvo owner. 😅
3:45 the most annoying part of the Mercedes interior is the digital display. Not the display and functionalities itself, but how that tablet is being mounted there. It looks like they designed it without it and then just mounted on top. It doesn't quite feel integrated there
Enjoy Watching You All The Way From South Africa 🇿🇦
Where is the Lexus nx and Jaguar f pace and Land Rover Discovery Sport and Genesis GV70 and Alfa Romeo Stelvio and Maserati Grecale and DS7 and Porsche Macan and Mazda CX60
That's the politically correct choice but from objective data, the audi is quieter, more dynamic, comfortable and also sporty. The only thing letting down is the range. Otherwise it's superior on all counts and the cheapest overall on price. Thanks for a brilliant video.
I was waiting for this one!! Have x3 but thinking to change, thank you!!
The person off camera just casually firing the stick of truth back a few times at Matt after getting hit in the face had me 😂
It's amazing how much technology has evolved over the past generation. Not the price though, they are very expensive, but I guess technology doesn't come cheap.
Technologies always costed thousand of dollars for that.
Evolved? Mate a dual clutch gearbox is from a 1970s tractor, tractors are on 6 clutch 50+speed power shift gearboxes nowadays.. and the only other thing that's changed is tyre tech has got better to allow for a much faster 60ft. The rest of the tech is junk, laggy screens instead of interior and they are becoming less aerodynamic 😂 I mean a Vauxhall Carlton from 30yr ago has lower drag Co-eff. Suspension wise they run cars stiffer now with diabolically bad dampening and rebound that confuses them over bumps, cambers & potholes. Not really sure where the hike in Tech is when motorbikes have 6 axis systems that can even prevent highsides they and have much faster electronic polling so can react a lot faster and speed up or slow down the engine way way faster as there's no internal weight in the engine. These current car engines as still lethargic as it gets on rpm change so you won't break any handling or roadholding records while the car is weight transitioning all over the place to compensate for the lazy engines. Porsche have done probably the best job as they kept the smaller 6 block and lightened it up internally so it was more responsive, the results paid off but they are a long long way from being at motorcycle engine tech levels. Lorries have better engine and gearbox tech than cars by several decades so please 🙏 don't over hype these disposable junk heaps they need to sort the build quality out for a start, they fall apart in months modern cars.
@@bigduphusaj162 you forgot about abs-brakes, led-headlights, direct injection, bio-fuel engines and many other things :D and besides, there are other cars in this world than suv:s regarding drag: the mercedes eqs is a good example :)
I remember how just recently Mercedes had electric motor added to its combustion cars only nominally, for taxes/fees benefits. They only added 20 horse powers, which was laughable. And now they are making real hybrids.
@@wga4139 but then again, those features nowadays comes at a price
Mercedes-Benz is for older people, The rest doesn't compare to the BMW X3 M sport
You on drugs?😂
As an Audi Owner i'd probably go with the Audi simply because of 10+ Years of Great Experience both regarding Reliability and Service.
Also did you Guys film that near a Swamp? So many Insects, not that i mind! Was fun to see if Matt will be bothered by them or not haha
Prost & Cheers from Berchtesgaden in the Bavarian Alps
Prost zurück aus dem Achental
Seavus aus Serbien, bald sind ma wieder in Berchtesgaden, wunderbares Ort! Und natürlich wird nur Audi gefahren weil es einfach klasse ist! Prost! 🍻
I'm literally choosing which one to buy between these 4, great timing 👍
I'd consider the 2023 BMW X1 as from a tech perspective e.g. I'd argue it's more of a competitor to the GLC and rest than the current X3. It also grew in all dimensions
sad
@@theoteddy9665 jealousy is strong feeling my friend
I recommend the glc, it will age nicely and last long in terms of design
get a Macan
What a in-depth review! No one else compares to Matt for the details.
Those details are as insane as ever.
Good review Matt and I agree, the GLC for me please due to it's electric range and quality feel, just wish the exhausts were real !
Love you, Mat Watson, been watching since 3million subs from Ghana.
It’s a clear and easy decision - BMW X3 M Sport pack with engines with 6 cylinders (petrol or diesel).
I was test-driving all of them + RR Evoque and LR Discovery Sport. Volvo is way better than other cars. It has electric range of 77km + the fuel tank of 71 litres, which gives you a real 900+km of the range on te highway. Non of the other cars will do it. Also, speaking about the basic version, Volvo has much better spec. Google entertainment maybe is not so good, and no physical buttons unfortunately, but Google system on Volvo works much faster than on the other cars. I love Matt's reviews, but this one was not objective at all. Looks like only Matt's personal preferences to the brands were taken into account.
Also, for Google system on Volvo, you can bind shortcuts, instead of navigating through out the system.
My Camper (3,5 tons, 6,4m long) also has over 900km range (more like 1000), I don't get whats so special about it.
@@E620SE my main point was that only Volvo can make 900+ range among those 4 cars. And for those people, who travel for long distance - it makes a big deal.
@@E620SE my main point was that only Volvo can make 900+ range among those 4 cars. And for those people, who travel for long distance - it makes a big deal.
@@cinemastratvrange is not everything in this segment though, this is the “luxury crossover” segment. The interior comfort is a big factor in this case. If you wanted the most range you could choose different cars. Driving experience, comfort, looks and usability of the infotainment are all important.
@@j800q Infotainment system on Volvo works great and to my opinion is one of the best on the market, because it is nothing more, than a nice and fast Android Tablet. Actually don't need to use anymore Car Play at all. CleanZone feature is extremely nice for keeping the air fresh. Seats are the most comfortable of these 4 cars. Also, boot space is the largest one. Luxury cars are the ones, that give us a comfort ride for a long trip. Driving 30miles distance is not giving any tireness. Actually, luxurity of the cars is defined by the comfort - Volvo is 1st here, performance - Volvo is 1st here, Equipment - the same for all cars, amenities - I would give to Audi Q5 here. The only thing, that might be not so well is a status, because of not German car. I was awaiting for this Mercedes GLC 300e for a year, after it was announced. And I was very disappointed by its quality and comfort. I had 2 Mercedeses before (C class and E class) and unfortunately, they are losing their luxurity. BMW X3 was not so comfortable to drive as other cars, especially on the bumps. Yes, more fun. But nobody is buying such cars for fun, isn't it? Perhaps, if I would buy an SUV for fun - I would go with LR Defender P400e 110.
It would be interesting to see what breaks down first in the Audi. The DSG or the 2.0 TSI?
As a german who worked for Mercedes and VW and never liked BMW I would go for the Volvo. My V70 got now 400.000km and runs like new. Best car I ever had.
lol, if you'd worked for VW, you would know that Audi doesn't use DSG and TSI, they have S-tronic and TFSI
@@winfle S- Tronic and TFSI are only the Audi names for DSG and TSI.
Hello,
I purchased a GLC 400e with the AMG Premium package on January 26, 2023. After two months, I experienced issues with the transmission controllers. In fact, the gearbox repeatedly failed at high speeds, especially above 160 kilometers per hour, causing significant stress and concern for my own safety and that of my family while driving on the highway. This serious risk of an accident has put me and my family in danger.
After four attempts to diagnose the problem by Mercedes, starting from June 21, my vehicle has been at the Mercedes service center in Aschaffenburg, Germany. However, unfortunately, they do not have the necessary parts for the repair, and I am forced to wait until July 31. Undoubtedly, this lengthy delay has left me extremely dissatisfied and angry with Mercedes.
Until today, despite sending multiple emails to Mercedes and filling out their form, they have not made any contact or taken any actions to address my concerns and seek my satisfaction.
Only if Genesis GV70 and Porsche Macan were in the comparison too. The only drawback is both have a waiting period of 10+ months.
I’m glad with my decision with the Q5, all are great options though. I’ve always been a BMW guy but I made the switch to Audi this year
Merc better than both
Volvo for life! :)) Such a good car, i rather chose XC60 than the other german "hey im cool bc im driving bmw" cars :D
Great review! Please do X5 vs GLE vs Q7 vs XC90 next! 💪💪💪
I think you really understated the performance difference.
The Volvo is proper fast compared to significantly sportier vehicles, has great ev range, and is driveable in ev only mode. Others are just boring to drive in EV.
I don't think it's much of a contest for anyone who wants a smooth, powerful, fun, roomy suv. Volvo is the first choice. 😊
I love everything about the merc other than the chrome strips to the left and right of the badge at the front
I'll take the Q5
Me too.
I'll take the glc and xc60
Volvo all the way, it's so minimalistic and I care about the safety of my family. :-)
You are new to luxury brands.....you like Volvo...it's a piece of shit.....it's not your fault....you guys just saw luxury but don't know the definition...poor guys....big idiots....
Now that I’ve seen Bender’s face on the Mercedes’s rear seats I just can’t unsee it 😂❤ quite cute though
Having driven three out of four of those, I would definitely go for the XC60 with the air suspension and - possibly - the 21" wheels.
Really enjoyed watching a good old skool Carwow video, as much I enjoy the drag races etc. I started watching the channel due to videos like this one.
school*
The “stick of truth” throw war is hilarious 😂
All the best to everyone
I'd take volvo over all of them easily
You are new to luxury brands.....you like Volvo...it's a piece of shit.....it's not your fault....you guys just saw luxury but don't know the definition...poor guys....big idiots....😊
Certainly the best looking one
Kaun si volvo.....abe chutiyon....chalo koi nahi ..😂😂😂😂
As someone who drives Q5
All I can say is very good Car drives smooth and good on Gas
Please compare Merc V-Class, VW Caravelle and Staria Luxury next time.
Interesting comparison
That stick dropping in the frame was perfect timing before you even said it we already know what time it is lol
BMW X3 and Volvo XC60 😍❣️
I have that exact X3 - it does 6 seconds in 0-60 if you don't fumble the launch like Matt did...
The X3 imo accelerated as fast as 1966 Ford GT40.
@@mauripekkarinen1 yeah bro his reply always doesnt make senses yet it's not that irrelevant, i always see him eveywhere in car vids
@@purwantiallan5089 well you opinion is wrong cause 1966 Ford GT40 does 0-60 in 4.7 s, not 6.0s, so the X3 aint no way accelerated as fast as 1966 Ford GT40
0-60 in 4.4 in the X3 M40i
VOLVO XC60 💚
I bought a glc becuase of this video! Thanks for helping me choose!
You should probably do the Dyno test on them ❤
Do dyno test also on some of the exotics and sport bikes.
Matts age is starting to show with his love for chrome details
I miss these kinds of Comparo Test from Carwow! Soild Video as always!
These are as solid as ever.
Hi Carwow
Could you pit a Mazda CX-60 PHEV up against some or all of these cars please?
I’ve just purchased one and would love to see your thoughts on where it sits up against these cars as I believe it’s better looking and has better interior quality and functionality than some if not all of the cars in this review.
Cheers guys 🙂🤞🏼
Volvo looks really nice 👌
When my C40 lease is up I’ll be going for the xc60 T8. Love Volvo’s minimalistic design language.
would love to see this test with the new 2023/4 X3!
The model in this test is the newest X3 currently available. The next X3 will likely come end of 24 oder beginning of 25.
@@jola6175 thought it would come early 2023! Interesting that BMW seems to do something similar to Mercedes - start innovating bottom-up!
@@jola6175 the X3 2nd gen possibly gonna launch in April 2025.
@@BellaBenny1337 perhaps we may just wait and see.
@@jola6175 the ICE x3 should come in 2024, however theres a global fully-electric version that will be built on new dedicated ev platform that should debut in 2025. Interesting to see how it will turn out.
I just got a 2024 Volvo Plus PHEV. Absolutely love this car. Always love the styling of the Volvos. The other three cars look tremendous, but for the price Volvo has always been very good about not nickel and diming you for all the additional like BMW and Audi does. I’m not sure if the higher price point (in the US) is coming from tariffs, but between the $7500 federal credit, and various other discounts (loyalty, first responder, etc.) the overall cost of the car dropped by $11K. Tremendous deal!
You are new to luxury brands.....you like Volvo...it's a piece of shit.....it's not your fault....you guys just saw luxury but don't know the definition...poor guys....big idiots....
My Choice will be Volvo > X3 > Merc > Audi
Just bought a q5 pick it up from audi on Monday, I would of gone the merc off the review but I just preferred the looks of the audi. And it's bad enough I have to be grown up and not get a boy racer car anymore so didn't want to compromise on the loos aswell 😂
Mercedes😍 then the Audi is my 2nd choice
XC60 looks ultra classy and it's a great car.
Am a BMW fanboy, but am not happy with their interior dashboard improvement
You can really tell Matt isn’t a BMW fan from his reviews on them every time 😂
Crazy how cheap the Q5 is compared to the others.
Audi’s have always been tbf compared to the rivals
That's because everyone knows how unreliable they are. All of these are unreliable even the Volvo is now, that's why they cost a tenner second hand
@@UtopiaYA the Q5 only costed $87.000 i think.
Outdated car
The new one's coming next year
Like duh it is a vw toureg with a audi badge😂
For me there is also a place for mazda cx60 in this comparison. Even if it is not treated as a premium brand, than this model should stay in the same line, and comparison would be very interesting.
Good video! My mum used to have a face lifted Jaguar F pace a year ago and I feel like it would have competed really well against these
Jaguar F and E Types are still more underrated than these SUVs.
Jaguars are nice and fun but not luxuries
0 reliability and overpriced
@@janoycresnova9156 she had 0 problems and it was priced similarly to these competitors
@@briannyazika964 The Jaguar F pace is very comparable to the cars that are shown. These aren’t proper luxury cars, they are like the S class and bmw X5, X7 etc. Therefore the Jaguar is able to compete as it focuses on being spacious and nice to drive than a xc60 while having a luxurious cabin
Should do a 2024 BMW X5 vs 2024 Porsche Cayenne
Alfa Romeo Stelvio would outhandle all of them and give you pure fun plus 525liters boot. Beautiful but sadly not alot of updates inside
But will be in the shop more. And the info system sucks
@@dand8163 Who cares about info when there is Apple carplay. And istead of huge ipad it is tastefully designed. Plus, new Alfas are no less if not more reliable, plenty of new BMW engines are way more fragile
Matt keeps banging on about how some of these are "dated now".... "Last updated in 2021"! My Hilux was last updated in 2011 and everything works perfectly.
I've never owned a car anywhere near this modern or tricked out.
Great video! I do think you missed an opportunity to test something many potential buyers of phev always wonder about as the manufacturer never are straightforward. That is, testing how they drive in ev mode only. Can it they be "locked" in ev mode to prevent the engine from turning on, and if so what is the real world performance during highway driving. Some are very enimic in ev mode which is why the engine always turns on but to many, that defeats the point of a phev. I have not found one that can do this well and I will not make the move to phev until then. Full electric is not for me either due to infrastructure limitations where I am.
You've raised a quite important issue, and I'm interested in gaining an insight on this as I and my wife are contemplating going for one of these...currently with more preference for the GCL
What about the jaguar F-Pace. That’s just been heavily modified and would be a serious contender here.
I still think the XC60 beats the others in terms of looks. The others are so shouty and pretentious with overstyled haunches, fenders, and grills. The Volvo meanwhile is subdued and I like that in a car. I don't need to try and pretend I am a celebrity driving around in a flashy car to impress poor people. I love the Volvo for it's discreteness
Yes Volvo XC60,great car.