Compare performance (354 HP vs 571 HP), boot space and price (43,200 £ vs 89,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLB or Porsche Macan?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Mercedes GLB is substantially cheaper – starting at 43,200 £ , while the Porsche Macan costs 89,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 46,117 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes GLB is visibly more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 18.5 kWh/100km for the Porsche Macan. That’s a difference of about 3.1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes GLB offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 631 km, about 46 km more than the Porsche Macan.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Macan offers noticeably more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 217 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Macan is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes GLB takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Macan delivers significantly more torque with 955 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 440 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes GLB is clearly lighter – 1,840 kg compared to 2,470 kg. The difference is around 630 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLB offers slightly more boot space – 540 L compared to 476 L. That’s a difference of about 64 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLB carries barely more – 505 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.
The Mercedes GLB is slightly 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 Mercedes GLB is a compact luxury SUV that blends smart packaging with a polished, composed driving experience. Its flexible interior and premium feel make it a sensible pick for buyers who want Mercedes comfort and practicality in a smaller footprint.
detailsThe Porsche Macan feels like a compact sports car dressed in SUV clothes, delivering razor-sharp handling and a cabin that somehow mixes luxury with everyday practicality. For buyers who crave driving thrills without sacrificing usability, the Macan is a rare breed that makes running errands feel like a weekend blast and manages to look smugly good in the process.
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Price
43,200 - 62,400 £
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Price
89,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
431 - 631 km
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Electric Range
585 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 138 g/km
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co2
0 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
SUV
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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
-
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Curb weight
1,840 - 2,280 kg
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Curb weight
2,470 kg
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Trunk capacity
540 L
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Trunk capacity
476 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,861 mm
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Width
1,952 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
485 - 505 kg
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Payload
470 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
571 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Torque
955 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Power kW
420 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Porsche
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