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BMW iX vs Mercedes GLC EQ comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 489 HP), boot space and price (71,600 £ vs 61,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX or Mercedes GLC EQ?

BMW iX vs Mercedes GLC EQ: Key differences

BMW iX

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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Mercedes GLC EQ

  • a bit cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • moderately 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

iX

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes GLC EQ is a bit cheaper – starting at 61,100 £ , while the BMW iX costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,473 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes GLC EQ is slightly more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the BMW iX. That’s a difference of about 2.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC EQ offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 714 km, about 13 km more than the BMW iX.

GLC EQ

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 BMW iX offers clearly more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 489 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes GLC EQ takes 4.3 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX delivers markedly more torque with 1,015 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 215 Nm more.

iX

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW iX is very slightly lighter – 2,525 kg compared to 2,535 kg. The difference is around 10 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLC EQ offers moderately more boot space – 570 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW iX carries slightly more – 575 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX is clearly 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.

from £71,600
iX

BMW iX

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 408 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 600 - 701 km
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Reviews BMW iX

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Massimiliano La Vignma
5 Feb 2026, 13:42:39

Innovative, with generous interior space but at the expense of the boot. I have an M60 — strong acceleration and excellent self-charging, especially on the motorway.

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Mercedes GLC EQ

The Mercedes GLC EQ brings an electrified touch to Mercedes’ compact luxury SUV line, combining a quiet, refined ride with the comfort and polish you expect from the brand. It’s a smart choice for buyers who want premium materials and everyday practicality while reducing fuel use, though it leans more toward comfort than sporty handling.

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Mercedes GLC EQ

Costs and Consumption
Price
71,600 - 108,400 £
Price
61,100 - 70,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
600 - 701 km
Electric Range
645 - 714 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,525 - 2,655 kg
Curb weight
2,535 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,970 mm
Width
1,913 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
505 - 575 kg
Payload
505 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
408 - 659 HP
Power HP
489 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
700 - 1,015 Nm
Torque
800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
300 - 485 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the BMW iX offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW iX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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