Mercedes-Benz GLC
✓High ride comfort even on rough roads and in the local intense heat
✓Modern and impressive interior design that is well-received among car owners locally
✓Powerful and efficient engines (300–400 hp across various trims) with relatively reasonable fuel consumption for the vehicle's size
✓Modern interior with large touchscreens (10.25–12.3 inches) and a convenient MBUX system with advanced voice control
✗Recurring faults in the multimedia system and central screen (often appearing after a year and a half to two years)
✗Authorized customer service and warranty locally are not always prompt or satisfactory
✗Increased wind noise at high speeds above 120 km/h, especially in the more fuel-efficient engine variants
✗Relatively high maintenance costs compared to rivals like the BMW X3 or Audi Q5, particularly for routine servicing
Toyota Corolla Cross
✓High reliability even in dense urban driving conditions
✓Relatively low fuel consumption given the local fuel prices
✓Particularly low fuel consumption (around 1:15–1:18 per kilometre) thanks to the 1.8-litre hybrid or petrol engine