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Mazda CX-30 vs Mercedes GLC - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (186 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (25200 £ vs 50300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-30 or Mercedes GLC?

Mazda CX-30

5 (1 Reviews)
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Mercedes GLC

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

CX-30

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda CX-30 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25093 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLC manages with 1.60 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mazda CX-30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 4.10 L per 100 km.

GLC

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 GLC has a clearly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 494 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 Mazda CX-30 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 4.80 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls convincingly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 780 Nm difference.

CX-30

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, Mazda CX-30 is distinct lighter – 1455 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 455 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers clearly perceptible more room – 620 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 190 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLC a bit takes the win – 600 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 104 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.

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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
Mazda CX-30
Mercedes GLC

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Mazda CX-30

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Mazda CX-30 blends sleek coupe-like lines with the practicality of a compact crossover, feeling more premium than its price tag suggests. It’s a joy to drive for anyone who likes a taut chassis and an interior that treats daily commutes like a small luxury escape.

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Mercedes GLC

4.5 (5 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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Mazda CX-30
Mercedes GLC

Costs and Consumption

Price
25200 - 36800 £
Price
50300 - 126600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 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
129 - 148 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
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1455 - 1587 kg
Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
Trunk capacity
422 - 430 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Length
-
Length
4716 - 4845 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1890 - 1913 mm
Height
-
Height
1603 - 1647 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
Payload
458 - 496 kg
Payload
475 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Mazda CX-30?

The Mazda CX-30 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-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.