Compare performance (635 HP vs 605 HP), boot space and price (175,700 £ vs 106,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – McLaren GT Series or Mercedes G-Class?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes G-Class is significantly cheaper – starting at 106,600 £ , while the McLaren GT Series costs 175,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 69,124 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes G-Class uses 8.7 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the McLaren GT Series with 11.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.
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 McLaren GT Series offers very slightly more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 605 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren GT Series is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Mercedes G-Class takes 4.4 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers significantly more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 630 Nm. That’s about 534 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Mercedes G-Class offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, McLaren GT Series is considerably lighter – 1,520 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 965 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G-Class offers visibly more boot space – 640 L compared to 420 L. That’s a difference of about 220 L.
The Mercedes G-Class holds a decisive overall lead 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.
The McLaren GT takes the supercar blueprint and stretches it into a grand tourer, marrying thrilling pace with genuine long-distance comfort and a cabin that’s actually liveable. If you crave weekend escape capability without surrendering driver engagement, this is the car to consider — though it does attract a fair share of admiring glances.
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The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.
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Price
175,700 £
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Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
11.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
479 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
270 g/km
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co2
0 - 336 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,520 kg
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Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
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Trunk capacity
420 L
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Trunk capacity
640 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
2,045 mm
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Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
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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
-
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Payload
115 - 715 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
635 HP
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Power HP
387 - 605 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
630 Nm
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Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
467 kW
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Power kW
285 - 445 kW
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Engine capacity
3,994 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
McLaren
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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