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Ford Capri vs Mercedes GLC – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Capri or Mercedes GLC?

Ford Capri

5 (1 Reviews)
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Mercedes GLC

4 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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.

Ford Capri has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36300 £, while the Mercedes GLC costs 50300 £. That’s a price difference of around 13985 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Ford Capri: with 13.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Mercedes GLC with 14.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.10 kWh.

As for range, the Mercedes GLC performs somewhat better – achieving up to 714 km, about 87 km more than the Ford Capri.

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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 has a clearly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 340 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Ford Capri takes 5.30 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs distinct better – reaching 275 km/h, while the Ford Capri tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 95 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls noticeable stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 341 Nm difference.

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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 hardly perceptible lighter – 1910 kg compared to 1914 kg. The difference is around 4 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers barely noticeable more room – 620 L compared to 572 L. That’s a difference of about 48 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC performs slightly better – up to 1740 L, which is about 230 L more than the Ford Capri.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLC minimal takes the win – 600 kg compared to 587 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

Ford Capri
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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 - 9.9 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 12 - 714 km

Ford Capri

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Ford Capri turned the family car into something cheekily sporty, with a long, rakish profile that still promises fun at a glance. Today it lives on as a lovable classic — easy to tinker with, enjoyable to drive and guaranteed to raise smiles at any meet.

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Mercedes GLC

4 (2 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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Costs and Consumption

Price
36300 - 50900 £
Price
50300 - 126600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
13.8 - 16.4 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
374 - 627 km
Electric Range
12 - 714 km
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 225 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
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
1914 - 2174 kg
Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
Trunk capacity
567 - 572 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Length
4634 mm
Length
4716 - 4845 mm
Width
1872 mm
Width
1890 - 1913 mm
Height
1626 mm
Height
1603 - 1647 mm
Max trunk capacity
1505 - 1510 L
Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
Payload
570 - 587 kg
Payload
475 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Ford Capri offered with different drivetrains?

The Ford Capri is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.