Compare performance (605 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G-Class or SsangYong Korando?
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.
SsangYong Korando is considerably cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 79,599 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SsangYong Korando uses 7.5 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Mercedes G-Class with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.
In terms of energy consumption, the SsangYong Korando is significantly more efficient: consuming 16.8 kWh/100km compared to 28 kWh/100km for the Mercedes G-Class. That’s a difference of about 11.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes G-Class offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 479 km, about 140 km more than the SsangYong Korando.
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 substantially more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 415 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 SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers clearly more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 804 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, SsangYong Korando is clearly lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 968 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G-Class offers moderately more boot space – 640 L compared to 551 L. That’s a difference of about 89 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G-Class carries noticeably more – 715 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 252 kg.
The Mercedes G-Class comes out clearly ahead 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 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.
detailsThe SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
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Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
479 km
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Electric Range
339 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 336 g/km
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co2
0 - 197 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
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Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
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Trunk capacity
640 L
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Trunk capacity
551 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
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Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
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Width
1,870 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
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Payload
115 - 715 kg
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Payload
410 - 463 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
387 - 605 HP
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Power HP
163 - 190 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
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Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
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Torque
260 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
285 - 445 kW
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Power kW
120 - 140 kW
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Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
SsangYong
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