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Mercedes GLC EQ vs Porsche Macan comparison

Compare performance (489 HP vs 571 HP), boot space and price (61,100 £ vs 89,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC EQ or Porsche Macan?

Mercedes GLC EQ vs Porsche Macan: Key differences

Mercedes GLC EQ

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • moderately more trunk space
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Porsche Macan

  • slightly more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly 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

GLC EQ

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes GLC EQ is substantially cheaper – starting at 61,100 £ , while the Porsche Macan costs 89,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,216 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes GLC EQ is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 18.5 kWh/100km for the Porsche Macan. That’s a difference of about 3.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC EQ offers a bit more range – reaching up to 714 km, about 129 km more than the Porsche Macan.

Macan

Engine and Performance:

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 slightly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 489 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Macan is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes GLC EQ takes 4.3 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Macan delivers somewhat more torque with 955 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 155 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, Porsche Macan is only slightly lighter – 2,470 kg compared to 2,535 kg. The difference is around 65 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLC EQ offers moderately more boot space – 570 L compared to 476 L. That’s a difference of about 94 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLC EQ carries only slightly more – 505 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLC EQ leads convincingly 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
Porsche Macan

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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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Porsche Macan

The 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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Mercedes GLC EQ
Porsche Macan

Costs and Consumption

Price
61,100 - 70,600 £
Price
89,300 £
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
18.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
645 - 714 km
Electric Range
585 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
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
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,535 kg
Curb weight
2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
476 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,913 mm
Width
1,952 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
505 kg
Payload
470 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
Power HP
489 HP
Power HP
571 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
800 Nm
Torque
955 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
360 kW
Power kW
420 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Porsche
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