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Mercedes G-Class vs Land Rover Range Rover Velar comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 404 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 62,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G-Class or Land Rover Range Rover Velar?

Mercedes G-Class vs Land Rover Range Rover Velar: Key differences

Mercedes G-Class

  • visibly more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Land Rover Range Rover Velar

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • visibly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

G-Class

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.

Land Rover Range Rover Velar is substantially cheaper – starting at 62,000 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 44,619 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Land Rover Range Rover Velar uses 4.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes G-Class with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes G-Class offers considerably more range – reaching up to 479 km, about 421 km more than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar.

Range Rover Velar

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 G-Class offers visibly more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 404 HP. That’s roughly 201 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 Land Rover Range Rover Velar takes 5.4 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers clearly more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 514 Nm more.

G-Class

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, Land Rover Range Rover Velar is visibly lighter – 2,003 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 482 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G-Class offers somewhat more boot space – 640 L compared to 552 L. That’s a difference of about 88 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G-Class carries moderately more – 715 kg compared to 587 kg. That’s a difference of about 128 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes G-Class is far ahead overall 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.

from £106,600
G-Class

Mercedes G-Class

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 387 - 605 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 28 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 479 km
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Mercedes G-Class

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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Land Rover Range Rover Velar

The Range Rover Velar marries sleek, pared-back styling with genuine off-road poise, so it looks at home in the city yet won’t flinch at rougher roads. Inside, a luxurious, tech-forward cabin pampers occupants while keeping the driving experience confidently in command — and yes, it somehow makes an SUV feel undeniably chic.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
62,000 - 87,400 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 10 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
479 km
Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
103 - 228 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Curb weight
2,003 - 2,280 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
503 - 552 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
1,933 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
115 - 715 kg
Payload
460 - 587 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Power HP
204 - 404 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
430 - 650 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
150 - 297 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 - 2,997 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C, F
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Land Rover
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes G-Class have?

The Mercedes G-Class is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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