Dacia Sandero vs Mercedes G Class - Differences and prices compared

Q: What is the maximum horsepower of the Dacia Sandero?

Up to 122 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

Q: What are the consumption figures for the Dacia Sandero in liters per 100 km?

On average, the Dacia Sandero consumes 5.30 L.

Q: What drive types are available for the Mercedes G Class?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

Q: How powerful is the Mercedes G Class's engine?

Depending on the version, the Mercedes G Class delivers up to 605 HP.

Q: How much fuel does the Mercedes G Class use?

Fuel consumption according to the manufacturer is 8.70 L.

Q: How much electricity does the Mercedes G Class use per 100 km?

Average electricity consumption is 28 kWh.

Q: What is the electric driving range of the Mercedes G Class?

According to WLTP, the Mercedes G Class can travel up to 468 km on a single charge.

Q: What is the battery capacity of the Mercedes G Class?

The Mercedes G Class comes with a 116 kWh battery.

Q: How fast can the Mercedes G Class go?

Depending on the model, top speed is 180 km/h.

Compare performance (122 HP vs 605 HP), boot space and price (11000 £ vs 106600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Sandero or Mercedes G Class?

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Dacia Sandero

Mercedes G Class

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

Sandero

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.

Dacia Sandero has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 11000 £ , while the Mercedes G Class costs 106600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 95628 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Dacia Sandero manages with 5.30 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mercedes G Class with 8.70 L. The difference is about 3.40 L per 100 km.

G Class

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 G Class has a decisively edge – offering 605 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 483 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G Class is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.40 s, while the Dacia Sandero takes 9.70 s. That’s about 5.30 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes G Class pulls convincingly stronger with 1164 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 964 Nm difference.

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Sandero

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 curb weight, Dacia Sandero is clearly lighter – 1100 kg compared to 2485 kg. The difference is around 1385 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes G Class offers convincingly more room – 640 L compared to 372 L. That’s a difference of about 268 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes G Class evident takes the win – 715 kg compared to 436 kg. That’s a difference of about 279 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Dacia Sandero is decisively ahead 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.

Dacia Sandero

Mercedes G Class

Costs and Consumption

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Dacia Sandero

Price : 11000 - 16300 £
Body Type : Hatchback
Engine Type : Petrol, LPG
Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail : Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 67 - 122 HP
Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 7.2 L
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 9.7 - 16.7 s
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 95 - 200 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 3
Model : Sandero
Modell : Sandero SCe 65, Sandero TCe 100, Sandero Eco-G 120, Sandero Stepway TCe 110, Sandero Stepway Eco-G 120
CO2 Efficiency Class : D, C
Trim Level : Essential, Expression, Journey, Expression (Autogasbetrieb), Expression (Benzinbetrieb), Expression EDC (Autogasbetrieb), Expression EDC (Benzinbetrieb), Journey (Autogasbetrieb), Journey (Benzinbetrieb), Journey EDC (Autogasbetrieb), Journey EDC (Benzinbetrieb), Extreme, Essential (Autogasbetrieb), Essential (Benzinbetrieb), Extreme (Autogasbetrieb), Extreme (Benzinbetrieb), Extreme EDC (Autogasbetrieb), Extreme EDC (Benzinbetrieb)
Power kW : 49 - 90 kW
co2 : 111 - 131 g/km
Engine capacity : 999 - 1199 cm3
Curb weight : 1100 - 1297 kg
Trunk capacity : 372 L
Width : 1853 mm
Brand : Dacia
Payload : 385 - 436 kg

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Dacia Sandero

The Dacia Sandero is the everyman's hatchback — unpretentious, practical and brilliantly affordable, with sensible space and straightforward charm where it matters most. It won't wow in the premium lane, but for buyers who want honest, dependable transport without showroom theatrics, the Sandero is a clever, no‑nonsense pick that keeps running costs low and grin levels high.

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Mercedes G Class

The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.

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Dacia Sandero

Mercedes G Class

Costs and Consumption
Price 11000 - 16300 £	Price 106600 - 171000 £
Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 7.2 L	Consumption L/100km 8.7 - 14.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km 28 kWh
Electric Range -	Electric Range 468 km
Battery Capacity -	Battery Capacity 116 kWh
co2 111 - 131 g/km	co2 0 - 336 g/km
Fuel tank capacity -	Fuel tank capacity -

Dimensions and Body
Body Type Hatchback	Body Type Off-Roader
Seats 5	Seats 5
Doors -	Doors 5
Curb weight 1100 - 1297 kg	Curb weight 2485 - 3085 kg
Trunk capacity 372 L	Trunk capacity 620 - 640 L
Length -	Length 4624 mm
Width 1853 mm	Width 1931 - 1984 mm
Height -	Height 1983 mm
Max trunk capacity -	Max trunk capacity 1990 L
Payload 385 - 436 kg	Payload 415 - 715 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Petrol, LPG	Engine Type Electric, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission Manuel, Automatic	Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic	Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive	Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 67 - 122 HP	Power HP 387 - 605 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 9.7 - 16.7 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.4 - 5.8 s
Max Speed -	Max Speed 180 km/h
Torque 95 - 200 Nm	Torque 760 - 1164 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3	Number of Cylinders 6 - 8
Power kW 49 - 90 kW	Power kW 285 - 445 kW
Engine capacity 999 - 1199 cm3	Engine capacity 2989 - 3982 cm3