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Mercedes GLC EQ vs Kia Sportage comparison

Compare performance (489 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (61,100 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC EQ or Kia Sportage?

Mercedes GLC EQ vs Kia Sportage: Key differences

Mercedes GLC EQ

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia Sportage

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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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

GLC EQ

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia Sportage is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Mercedes GLC EQ costs 61,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,964 £.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC EQ offers considerably more range – reaching up to 714 km, about 648 km more than the Kia Sportage.

Sportage

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 GLC EQ offers substantially more power – delivering 489 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 201 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC EQ is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLC EQ delivers significantly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 420 Nm more.

GLC EQ

Space and Everyday Use:

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, Kia Sportage is clearly lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 2,535 kg. The difference is around 983 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers very slightly more boot space – 587 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries somewhat more – 580 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLC EQ is clearly superior 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 £61,100
GLC EQ

Mercedes GLC EQ

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 489 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 645 - 714 km
Mercedes GLC EQ
Kia Sportage

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mercedes GLC EQ

The Mercedes GLC EQ brings an electrified touch to Mercedes’ compact luxury SUV line, combining a quiet, refined ride with the comfort and polish you expect from the brand. It’s a smart choice for buyers who want premium materials and everyday practicality while reducing fuel use, though it leans more toward comfort than sporty handling.

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Kia Sportage

The Kia Sportage is a roomy, well-equipped compact SUV that balances comfort and practicality for daily driving. It delivers a modern interior, composed ride, and strong value for buyers who want versatility without fuss.

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Mercedes GLC EQ
Kia Sportage

Costs and Consumption

Price
61,100 - 70,600 £
Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
645 - 714 km
Electric Range
63 - 66 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
67 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,535 kg
Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,913 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 kg
Payload
533 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
489 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
800 Nm
Torque
250 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
360 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Kia
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