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Jaguar I-Pace vs Mercedes GLC – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Jaguar I-Pace or Mercedes GLC fits your lifestyle better.

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.

Mercedes GLC has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50300 £, while the Jaguar I-Pace costs 79200 £. That’s a price difference of around 28873 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes GLC: with 14.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s clearly more efficient than the Jaguar I-Pace with 25.20 kWh. That’s a difference of about 10.30 kWh.

As for range, the Mercedes GLC performs evident better – achieving up to 714 km, about 245 km more than the Jaguar I-Pace.

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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 significantly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 400 HP. That’s roughly 280 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Jaguar I-Pace takes 4.80 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs evident better – reaching 275 km/h, while the Jaguar I-Pace tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 75 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls distinct stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 696 Nm. That’s about 324 Nm difference.

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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, Mercedes GLC is to a small extent lighter – 1910 kg compared to 2226 kg. The difference is around 316 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Jaguar I-Pace offers slight more room – 638 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC performs a bit better – up to 1740 L, which is about 287 L more than the Jaguar I-Pace.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLC noticeable takes the win – 600 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 156 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

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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

Jaguar I-Pace

The Jaguar I-Pace represents a remarkable fusion of cutting-edge electric performance and iconic British luxury. With its sleek design and spacious interior, this model redefines what one can expect from an electric vehicle in terms of style and comfort. Its impressive driving dynamics and advanced technology make it a standout choice for those looking to make a statement on the road.

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Mercedes GLC

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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
79200 - 85500 £
Price
50300 - 126600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
25.20 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
469 km
Electric Range
12 - 714 km
Battery Capacity
84.70 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
2226 kg
Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
Trunk capacity
638 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Length
4682 mm
Length
4716 - 4845 mm
Width
2011 mm
Width
1890 - 1913 mm
Height
1566 mm
Height
1603 - 1647 mm
Max trunk capacity
1453 L
Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
Payload
444 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
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
400 HP
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.80 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
Torque
696 Nm
Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
294 kW
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
Brand
Jaguar
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Jaguar I-Pace have?

Available configurations include 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.