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Mercedes GLC vs Genesis G70 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (680 HP vs 245 HP), boot space and price (50300 £ vs 38600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or Genesis G70?

Mercedes GLC

3.9 (6 Reviews)
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Genesis G70

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

GLC

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Genesis G70 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38600 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11773 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLC manages with 1.60 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Genesis G70 with 6.50 L. The difference is about 4.90 L per 100 km.

G70

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 has a clearly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 245 HP. That’s roughly 435 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Genesis G70 takes 6.10 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs to a small extent better – reaching 275 km/h, while the Genesis G70 tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls clearly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 580 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Genesis G70 is slightly lighter – 1727 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 183 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers decisively more room – 620 L compared to 330 L. That’s a difference of about 290 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLC evident takes the win – 600 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 148 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes GLC shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £50,300
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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
Mercedes GLC
Genesis G70

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Mercedes GLC

3.9 (6 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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Genesis G70

The Genesis G70 blends sleek, low-slung styling with a cabin that feels more bespoke than bargain-bin, delivering driver-focused dynamics that make long runs and twisty roads equally entertaining. With premium materials, thoughtful tech and a value proposition that nudges past its German rivals, it’s the kind of compact executive that feels serious but doesn’t take itself too seriously.

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Mercedes GLC
Genesis G70

Costs and Consumption

Price
50300 - 126600 £
Price
38600 - 44500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 9.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
12 - 714 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 225 g/km
co2
170 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
Curb weight
1727 - 1858 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
330 L
Length
4716 - 4845 mm
Length
4685 mm
Width
1890 - 1913 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1603 - 1647 mm
Height
1400 mm
Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 600 kg
Payload
413 - 452 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Power HP
200 - 245 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 240 km/h
Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
Torque
353 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Power kW
147 - 180 kW
Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 - 2199 cm3

General

Model Year
2025 - 2026
Model Year
2021 - 2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Genesis
What drive types are available for the Mercedes GLC?

The Mercedes GLC is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.