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BMW X5 vs Mercedes GLC - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (625 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (77100 £ vs 50300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X5 or Mercedes GLC?

BMW X5

Mercedes GLC

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

X5

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes GLC has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50300 £ , while the BMW X5 costs 77100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26730 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLC manages with 1.60 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the BMW X5 with 3 L. The difference is about 1.40 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC performs decisively better – achieving up to 714 km, about 609 km more than the BMW X5.

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 625 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the BMW X5 takes 3.90 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 275 km/h, while the BMW X5 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls evident stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm difference.

X5

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 curb weight, Mercedes GLC is slightly lighter – 1910 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 330 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X5 offers slight more room – 650 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X5 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1870 L, which is about 130 L more than the Mercedes GLC.

When it comes to payload, BMW X5 somewhat takes the win – 705 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLC sits well ahead of its rival 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.

BMW X5
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

BMW X5

The BMW X5 blends athletic handling with a roomy, premium interior, feeling equally at home on twisty country roads and the school-run car park. Its executive-lounge cabin and confident road presence make it a tempting choice for buyers who want comfort, capability and just a little bit of bragging rights.

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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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BMW X5
Mercedes GLC

Costs and Consumption

Price
77100 - 143500 £
Price
50300 - 126600 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
105 km
Electric Range
12 - 714 km
Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
co2
68 - 289 g/km
co2
0 - 225 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 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
2240 - 2495 kg
Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Length
4935 mm
Length
4716 - 4845 mm
Width
2004 - 2015 mm
Width
1890 - 1913 mm
Height
1755 - 1765 mm
Height
1603 - 1647 mm
Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
Payload
565 - 705 kg
Payload
475 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the BMW X5 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X5 is available as All-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.