Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Mazda CX-80 or Mercedes GLC fits your lifestyle better.
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.
Mazda CX-80 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 48200 £, while the Mercedes GLC costs 50300 £. That’s a price difference of around 2113 £.
Both cars consume an average of 1.60 L per 100 km – no difference here.
As for range, the Mercedes GLC performs clearly better – achieving up to 714 km, about 653 km more than the Mazda CX-80.
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 decisively edge – offering 680 HP compared to 327 HP. That’s roughly 353 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Mazda CX-80 takes 6.80 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs noticeable better – reaching 275 km/h, while the Mazda CX-80 tops out at 219 km/h. The difference is around 56 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls convincingly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 470 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Mazda CX-80 offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Mercedes GLC is somewhat lighter – 1910 kg compared to 2131 kg. The difference is around 221 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers clearly more room – 620 L compared to 258 L. That’s a difference of about 362 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-80 performs to a small extent better – up to 1971 L, which is about 231 L more than the Mercedes GLC.
When it comes to payload, Mazda CX-80 slight takes the win – 650 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.
The Mercedes GLC proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes GLC is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Mazda CX-80 brings polished, near-premium styling and a cabin that feels far classier than its badge might imply. It steers with a composed, engaging character and packs the sensible practicality families want — with just enough flair to make school runs feel a little less ordinary.
detailsThe 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 |
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Price
48200 - 60200 £
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Price
50300 - 126600 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 5.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
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Electric Range
61 km
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Electric Range
12 - 714 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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co2
35 - 151 g/km
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co2
0 - 225 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
70 - 74 L
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Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
7
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2131 - 2240 kg
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Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
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Trunk capacity
258 L
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Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
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Length
4995 mm
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Length
4716 - 4845 mm
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Width
1890 mm
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Width
1890 - 1913 mm
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Height
1714 mm
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Height
1603 - 1647 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1971 L
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Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
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Payload
649 - 650 kg
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Payload
475 - 600 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
254 - 327 HP
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Power HP
186 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 8.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
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Max Speed
195 - 219 km/h
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Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
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Torque
500 - 550 Nm
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Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
187 - 241 kW
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Power kW
137 - 500 kW
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Engine capacity
2488 - 3283 cm3
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Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025 - 2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Mazda CX-80 is offered with 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.