Compare performance (472 HP vs 550 HP), boot space and price (50,300 £ vs 180,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or Bentley Flying Spur?
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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes GLC is substantially cheaper – starting at 50,300 £ , while the Bentley Flying Spur costs 180,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 130,530 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLC uses 1.6 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Bentley Flying Spur with 3.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC offers clearly more range – reaching up to 128 km, about 87 km more than the Bentley Flying Spur.
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 Bentley Flying Spur offers somewhat more power – delivering 550 HP compared to 472 HP. That’s roughly 78 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Bentley Flying Spur is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Mercedes GLC takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Bentley Flying Spur delivers very slightly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Mercedes GLC offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes GLC is moderately lighter – 1,985 kg compared to 2,330 kg. The difference is around 345 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers clearly more boot space – 620 L compared to 420 L. That’s a difference of about 200 L.
When it comes to payload, the Bentley Flying Spur carries slightly more – 650 kg compared to 575 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.
The Mercedes GLC is far ahead 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.
The Mercedes GLC blends quiet refinement with premium materials to create a comfortable, modern cabin that feels more upscale than its size might suggest. It delivers composed handling and confident on-road manners while offering practical versatility and a strong suite of driver assistance and infotainment features.
detailsThe Bentley Flying Spur wraps landmark luxury and bespoke British craft into a sedan that feels like a private members' club you can park in your driveway. It delivers chauffeur-grade comfort wrapped in driver-focused poise, turning an ordinary commute into a memorably grand arrival.
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Price
50,300 - 82,100 £
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Price
180,900 - 186,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 12.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
122 - 128 km
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Electric Range
41 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
18 kWh
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co2
41 - 214 g/km
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co2
75 - 288 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
80 - 90 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,985 - 2,400 kg
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Curb weight
2,330 - 2,505 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
420 L
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Length
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Length
5,316 mm
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Width
1,890 - 1,920 mm
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Width
2,013 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,483 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
475 - 575 kg
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Payload
525 - 650 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
186 - 472 HP
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Power HP
544 - 550 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 4.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
285 - 318 km/h
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Torque
380 - 750 Nm
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Torque
750 - 770 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
137 - 347 kW
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Power kW
400 - 404 kW
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Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,894 - 3,996 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, E, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Bentley
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