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Audi A7 vs Mercedes GLC - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (630 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (55000 £ vs 50300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A7 or Mercedes GLC?

Audi A7

Mercedes GLC

3.9 (6 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A7

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.

Mercedes GLC has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50300 £ , while the Audi A7 costs 55000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4701 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A7 manages with 1.20 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Mercedes GLC with 1.60 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC performs decisively better – achieving up to 714 km, about 646 km more than the Audi A7.

GLC

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLC has a minimal edge – offering 680 HP compared to 630 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A7 is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Mercedes GLC takes 3.50 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A7 performs slight better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Mercedes GLC tops out at 275 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls somewhat stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 850 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm difference.

A7

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Mercedes GLC offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Audi A7 is minimal lighter – 1770 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers a bit more room – 620 L compared to 535 L. That’s a difference of about 85 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1740 L, which is about 350 L more than the Audi A7.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 600 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLC is clearly superior 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.

Audi A7
Mercedes GLC

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GLC

Mercedes GLC

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 9.9 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 12 - 714 km

Audi A7

The Audi A7 wraps elegant fastback lines around a sumptuous, tech-packed cabin that turns everyday drives into something a bit more special. It strikes a polished balance between relaxed comfort and engaging poise, so you’ll enjoy long cruises and spirited backroad runs while arriving in unmistakable style.

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Mercedes GLC

3.9 (6 Reviews)
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The Mercedes GLC blends plush cabin comfort and composed road manners into an SUV that feels more grown-up than it looks. It won’t shout for attention, but will quietly please buyers who want refinement, usable space and a touch of luxury without the drama.

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Audi A7
Mercedes GLC

Costs and Consumption

Price
55000 - 117900 £
Price
50300 - 126600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 12.2 L
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
67 - 68 km
Electric Range
12 - 714 km
Battery Capacity
14.40 kWh
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
co2
28 - 276 g/km
co2
0 - 225 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 73 L
Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1770 - 2150 kg
Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 535 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Length
4969 - 5009 mm
Length
4716 - 4845 mm
Width
1908 - 1950 mm
Width
1890 - 1913 mm
Height
1422 - 1424 mm
Height
1603 - 1647 mm
Max trunk capacity
1235 - 1390 L
Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
Payload
510 - 600 kg
Payload
475 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 630 HP
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Max Speed
245 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
Torque
370 - 850 Nm
Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
150 - 463 kW
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2025 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Audi A7 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.