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Dacia Sandero vs Mercedes GLC - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (110 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (10700 £ vs 50300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Sandero or Mercedes GLC?

Dacia Sandero

Mercedes GLC

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

Sandero

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Dacia Sandero has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 10700 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39622 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLC manages with 1.60 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Dacia Sandero with 5.30 L. The difference is about 3.70 L per 100 km.

GLC

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 110 HP. That’s roughly 570 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Dacia Sandero takes 10 s. That’s about 6.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs evident better – reaching 275 km/h, while the Dacia Sandero tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 92 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls decisively stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 820 Nm difference.

Sandero

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 curb weight, Dacia Sandero is convincingly lighter – 1089 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 821 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers significantly more room – 620 L compared to 328 L. That’s a difference of about 292 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1740 L, which is about 632 L more than the Dacia Sandero.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLC distinct takes the win – 600 kg compared to 436 kg. That’s a difference of about 164 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes GLC proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes GLC is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £50,300
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
Dacia Sandero
Mercedes GLC

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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 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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Dacia Sandero
Mercedes GLC

Costs and Consumption

Price
10700 - 16700 £
Price
50300 - 126600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 7.1 L
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
12 - 714 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
co2
105 - 140 g/km
co2
0 - 225 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
32 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1089 - 1209 kg
Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
Trunk capacity
328 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Length
4088 - 4099 mm
Length
4716 - 4845 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
1890 - 1913 mm
Height
1499 - 1535 mm
Height
1603 - 1647 mm
Max trunk capacity
1108 L
Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
Payload
404 - 436 kg
Payload
475 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, LPG
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
67 - 110 HP
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10 - 16.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Max Speed
158 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
Torque
95 - 200 Nm
Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
49 - 81 kW
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Dacia Sandero?

The Dacia Sandero is available as Front-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.