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Mercedes G-Class vs Toyota Yaris Cross comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 23,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G-Class or Toyota Yaris Cross?

Mercedes G-Class vs Toyota Yaris Cross: Key differences

Mercedes G-Class

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Toyota Yaris Cross

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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Toyota Yaris Cross is considerably cheaper – starting at 23,700 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 82,899 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Yaris Cross 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.

Yaris Cross

Engine and Performance:

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 G-Class offers considerably more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 475 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G-Class is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Toyota Yaris Cross takes 10.7 s. That’s about 6.3 s quicker.

G-Class

Space and Everyday Use:

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, Toyota Yaris Cross is clearly lighter – 1,180 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 1,305 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G-Class offers noticeably more boot space – 640 L compared to 397 L. That’s a difference of about 243 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G-Class carries visibly more – 715 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 205 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes G-Class has the upper hand 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
Mercedes G-Class
Toyota Yaris Cross

Costs and Consumption

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Engine and Performance

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Toyota Yaris Cross

The Toyota Yaris Cross blends the maneuverability of a small hatch with the higher driving position and practicality of a crossover, wrapped in Toyota's dependable build quality. It suits urban buyers who need easy parking, flexible cargo space and a comfortable, economical daily driver.

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Mercedes G-Class
Toyota Yaris Cross

Costs and Consumption

Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
23,700 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
479 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
101 - 108 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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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
1,180 - 1,290 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
320 - 397 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
1,765 mm
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
115 - 715 kg
Payload
485 - 510 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Power HP
116 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
85 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
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