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Audi Q2 vs Mercedes GLC - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (300 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (24900 £ vs 50300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q2 or Mercedes GLC?

Audi Q2

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Mercedes GLC

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi Q2 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24900 £, while the Mercedes GLC costs 50300 £. That’s a price difference of around 25470 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLC manages with 1.60 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Audi Q2 with 4.80 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.

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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 has a clearly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 380 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Audi Q2 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs slight better – reaching 275 km/h, while the Audi Q2 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls clearly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 620 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

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In curb weight, Audi Q2 is significantly lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 580 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers clearly perceptible more room – 620 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 215 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC performs distinct better – up to 1740 L, which is about 690 L more than the Audi Q2.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLC to a small extent takes the win – 600 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes GLC shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £50,300
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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
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Audi Q2

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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The Audi Q2 packs Audi’s premium attitude into a compact, cheeky package that turns city streets into a runway for tasteful design and clever practicality. It’s an easy car to live with thanks to an upscale cabin, composed manners and sprightly handling, and while it won’t satisfy someone chasing sports-car thrills, it’s a smart, stylish pick for buyers who want substance with a wink.

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Mercedes GLC

4.4 (4 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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4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Reviews Mercedes GLC

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
24900 - 43600 £
Price
50300 - 126600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 8.1 L
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
12 - 714 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
co2
127 - 183 g/km
co2
0 - 225 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1330 - 1610 kg
Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
Trunk capacity
355 - 405 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Length
4208 - 4216 mm
Length
4716 - 4845 mm
Width
1794 - 1802 mm
Width
1890 - 1913 mm
Height
1495 - 1508 mm
Height
1603 - 1647 mm
Max trunk capacity
1000 - 1050 L
Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
Payload
450 - 510 kg
Payload
475 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 300 HP
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Max Speed
197 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
Torque
200 - 400 Nm
Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
85 - 221 kW
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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What drivetrain options does the Audi Q2 have?

The Audi Q2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.