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Mercedes GLC EQ vs Mercedes EQS SUV comparison

Compare performance (489 HP vs 658 HP), boot space and price (61,100 £ vs 95,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC EQ or Mercedes EQS SUV?

Mercedes GLC EQ vs Mercedes EQS SUV: Key differences

Mercedes GLC EQ

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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Mercedes EQS SUV

  • clearly more power
  • 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 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 GLC EQ is considerably cheaper – starting at 61,100 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,874 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes GLC EQ is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 19.6 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQS SUV. That’s a difference of about 4.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC EQ offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 714 km, about 19 km more than the Mercedes EQS SUV.

EQS SUV

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 EQS SUV offers clearly more power – delivering 658 HP compared to 489 HP. That’s roughly 169 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC EQ is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Mercedes EQS SUV takes 4.4 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS SUV delivers moderately more torque with 950 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

GLC EQ

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, Mercedes GLC EQ is barely lighter – 2,535 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 160 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers slightly more boot space – 645 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS SUV carries moderately more – 570 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLC EQ holds a slight edge 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
Mercedes EQS SUV

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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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Mercedes EQS SUV

The Mercedes EQS SUV blends limousine-level quiet and luxury with the commanding presence of an SUV, wrapping passengers in sumptuous materials and a futuristic, screen-dominated cabin. It drives with serene confidence and delivers the kind of effortless refinement that makes city commutes and long trips feel like first-class experiences — just be prepared for attention wherever you park it.

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Mercedes GLC EQ
Mercedes EQS SUV

Costs and Consumption

Price
61,100 - 70,600 £
Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
645 - 714 km
Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,535 kg
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Length
-
Length
5,125 mm
Width
1,913 mm
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Height
-
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Payload
505 kg
Payload
425 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
489 HP
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
800 Nm
Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
360 kW
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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