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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Mercedes GLC comparison

Compare performance (392 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 50,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or Mercedes GLC?

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Mercedes GLC: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • a bit cheaper
  • slightly lighter

Mercedes GLC

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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

4 Series Gran Coupe

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.

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is a bit cheaper – starting at 45,700 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,642 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLC uses 1.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLC offers considerably more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 392 HP. That’s roughly 288 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe takes 4.6 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes GLC is marginally faster – reaching 275 km/h, while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLC delivers markedly more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 370 Nm more.

4 Series Gran Coupe

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is slightly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 1,910 kg. The difference is around 215 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers noticeably more boot space – 620 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC offers noticeably more capacity – up to 1,740 L, about 450 L more than the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLC carries a bit more – 600 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 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.

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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 - 9.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 12 - 714 km
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Mercedes GLC

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.

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Mercedes GLC

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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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Mercedes GLC

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,700 - 68,800 £
Price
50,300 - 126,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
12 - 714 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
co2
131 - 179 g/km
co2
0 - 221 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
59 L
Fuel tank capacity
62 - 65 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
Curb weight
1,910 - 2,535 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Length
4,783 mm
Length
4,716 - 4,845 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,890 - 1,913 mm
Height
1,442 mm
Height
1,603 - 1,644 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,290 L
Max trunk capacity
1,490 - 1,740 L
Payload
480 kg
Payload
475 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 392 HP
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Max Speed
233 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 275 km/h
Torque
300 - 650 Nm
Torque
320 - 1,020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
135 - 288 kW
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,991 - 2,989 cm3

General

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