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Audi A4 Avant vs Mercedes GLC comparison

Compare performance (470 HP vs 472 HP), boot space and price (37,200 £ vs 50,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or Mercedes GLC?

Audi A4 Avant vs Mercedes GLC: Key differences

Audi A4 Avant

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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Mercedes GLC

4.4 (12 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • visibly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A4 Avant

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Audi A4 Avant is noticeably cheaper – starting at 37,200 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,085 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLC uses 1.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Audi A4 Avant with 4.8 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.

GLC

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLC offers only slightly more power – delivering 472 HP compared to 470 HP. That’s roughly 2 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Mercedes GLC takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLC delivers moderately more torque with 750 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

A4 Avant

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A4 Avant is markedly lighter – 1,595 kg compared to 1,985 kg. The difference is around 390 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers visibly more boot space – 620 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 125 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLC carries barely more – 575 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLC is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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GLC

Mercedes GLC

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 472 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 9.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 122 - 128 km
Audi A4 Avant
Mercedes GLC

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi A4 Avant

The Audi A4 Avant blends elegant, understated styling with practical estate versatility, making it a polished choice for drivers who want both poise and generous cargo space. Inside, the cabin feels premium and tech-forward while the composed driving manners turn routine journeys into a quietly satisfying experience—exactly the sensible indulgence buyers will appreciate.

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Mercedes GLC

The Mercedes GLC blends quiet refinement with premium materials to create a comfortable, modern cabin that feels more upscale than its size might suggest. It delivers composed handling and confident on-road manners while offering practical versatility and a strong suite of driver assistance and infotainment features.

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Audi A4 Avant
Mercedes GLC

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,200 - 122,500 £
Price
50,300 - 82,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
122 - 128 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 220 g/km
co2
41 - 214 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,820 kg
Curb weight
1,985 - 2,400 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Length
4,750 - 4,782 mm
Length
-
Width
1,842 - 1,866 mm
Width
1,890 - 1,920 mm
Height
1,428 - 1,493 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,495 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
475 - 575 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Power HP
186 - 472 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
380 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
137 - 347 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,894 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, E, F, G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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