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Lynk & Co 02 vs Mercedes G-Class comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 605 HP), boot space and price (30,900 £ vs 106,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lynk & Co 02 or Mercedes G-Class?

Lynk & Co 02 vs Mercedes G-Class: Key differences

Lynk & Co 02

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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Mercedes G-Class

  • significantly more power
  • marginally more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Lynk & Co 02 is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,900 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 75,738 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Lynk & Co 02 is substantially more efficient: consuming 17.1 kWh/100km compared to 28 kWh/100km for the Mercedes G-Class. That’s a difference of about 10.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes G-Class offers marginally more range – reaching up to 479 km, about 34 km more than the Lynk & Co 02.

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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 G-Class offers significantly more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 333 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G-Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Lynk & Co 02 takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers significantly more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 323 Nm. That’s about 841 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Lynk & Co 02 is markedly lighter – 1,895 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 590 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G-Class offers noticeably more boot space – 640 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 230 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G-Class carries substantially more – 715 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 340 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lynk & Co 02 leads convincingly 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.

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Lynk & Co 02

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.1 - 17.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 435 - 445 km
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The Lynk & Co 02 wears its attitude like a leather jacket—bold styling and a youthful cabin that punches above its class, appealing to buyers who want personality as well as practicality. It's a genuinely engaging compact with everyday usability, offering enough flair and refinement to stand out in a crowded market without trying too hard.

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4.6 (3 Reviews)
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7 Jul 2026, 10:24:27

It's a very well-finished and aesthetically attractive car, very high-performing, but one in which the suspension doesn't match the performance delivered by its engine. In the Core version it has fairly restrained fuel consumption.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,900 - 34,300 £
Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.1 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Electric Range
435 - 445 km
Electric Range
479 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 336 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,895 kg
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
375 kg
Payload
115 - 715 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 HP
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
323 Nm
Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
200 kW
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Lynk & Co
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Lynk & Co 02?

The Lynk & Co 02 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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