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Mercedes GLC vs Cadillac Lyriq - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (680 HP vs 615 HP), boot space and price (50300 £ vs 69400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or Cadillac Lyriq?

Mercedes GLC

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Cadillac Lyriq

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes GLC has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50300 £, while the Cadillac Lyriq costs 69400 £. That’s a price difference of around 19101 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes GLC: with 14.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s clearly more efficient than the Cadillac Lyriq with 21.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 6.90 kWh.

As for range, the Mercedes GLC performs noticeable better – achieving up to 714 km, about 184 km more than the Cadillac Lyriq.

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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 has a barely noticeable edge – offering 680 HP compared to 615 HP. That’s roughly 65 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac Lyriq is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the Mercedes GLC takes 3.50 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs a bit better – reaching 275 km/h, while the Cadillac Lyriq tops out at 230 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls slightly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 880 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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In curb weight, Mercedes GLC is clearly lighter – 1910 kg compared to 2774 kg. The difference is around 864 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers minimal more room – 620 L compared to 588 L. That’s a difference of about 32 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC performs minimal better – up to 1740 L, which is about 53 L more than the Cadillac Lyriq.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLC noticeable takes the win – 600 kg compared to 426 kg. That’s a difference of about 174 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes GLC proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes GLC is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Mercedes GLC

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 9.9 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 12 - 714 km
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Mercedes GLC

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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The Mercedes GLC blends plush cabin comfort and composed road manners into an SUV that feels more grown-up than it looks. It won’t shout for attention, but will quietly please buyers who want refinement, usable space and a touch of luxury without the drama.

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Cadillac Lyriq

The Cadillac Lyriq arrives with bold, angular styling and a striking light signature that gives it real presence on the road without trying too hard. Inside, the Lyriq serves up a calm, tech-heavy cabin with premium touches and a relaxed driving experience that makes switching to electric feel less like a sacrifice and more like a quiet flex.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
50300 - 126600 £
Price
69400 - 93300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh
Electric Range
12 - 714 km
Electric Range
460 - 530 km
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
Battery Capacity
91 - 102 kWh
co2
0 - 225 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
Curb weight
2774 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
588 L
Length
4716 - 4845 mm
Length
5005 mm
Width
1890 - 1913 mm
Width
1977 mm
Height
1603 - 1647 mm
Height
1623 mm
Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
Max trunk capacity
1687 L
Payload
475 - 600 kg
Payload
426 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Power HP
528 - 615 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 230 km/h
Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
Torque
610 - 880 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Power kW
388 - 458 kW
Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025 - 2026
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Cadillac
What drive types are available for the Mercedes GLC?

The Mercedes GLC is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.