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Mercedes GLC vs CUPRA Formentor comparison

Compare performance (472 HP vs 390 HP), boot space and price (50,300 £ vs 35,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or CUPRA Formentor?

Mercedes GLC vs CUPRA Formentor: Key differences

Mercedes GLC

4.4 (13 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
  • marginally more electric range
  • noticeably more trunk space
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CUPRA Formentor

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • noticeably 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

CUPRA Formentor is significantly cheaper – starting at 35,800 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,576 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Formentor uses 1.4 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Mercedes GLC with 1.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC offers marginally more range – reaching up to 128 km, about 2 km more than the CUPRA Formentor.

Formentor

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 Mercedes GLC offers somewhat more power – delivering 472 HP compared to 390 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4.2 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLC delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm more.

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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, CUPRA Formentor is noticeably lighter – 1,434 kg compared to 1,985 kg. The difference is around 551 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers noticeably more boot space – 620 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLC carries marginally more – 575 kg compared to 526 kg. That’s a difference of about 49 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLC has the upper hand 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.

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Mercedes GLC

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 186 - 472 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.6 - 9.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range 122 - 128 km
Mercedes GLC
CUPRA Formentor

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mercedes GLC

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.

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CUPRA Formentor

The CUPRA Formentor blends sporty driving dynamics with crossover practicality, delivering sharp handling and an engaging character that makes it fun on twisty roads as well as in daily driving. Inside, it pairs a driver-focused cabin and premium materials with clever practicality, offering a confident, distinctive alternative to conventional SUVs.

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Mercedes GLC
CUPRA Formentor

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,300 - 82,100 £
Price
35,800 - 62,500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
122 - 128 km
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
41 - 214 g/km
co2
32 - 229 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
1,985 - 2,400 kg
Curb weight
1,434 - 1,742 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,890 - 1,920 mm
Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 575 kg
Payload
439 - 526 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 472 HP
Power HP
150 - 390 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
380 - 750 Nm
Torque
250 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Power kW
137 - 347 kW
Power kW
110 - 287 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
CUPRA
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