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Mercedes GLC vs Land Rover Defender - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (680 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (50300 £ vs 57900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or Land Rover Defender?
GLC
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Mercedes GLC has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50300 £ , while the Land Rover Defender costs 57900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7530 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLC manages with 1.60 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Land Rover Defender with 6 L. The difference is about 4.40 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC performs clearly better – achieving up to 714 km, about 666 km more than the Land Rover Defender.
Defender
Engine and Performance:
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLC has a slight edge – offering 680 HP compared to 635 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Land Rover Defender takes 4 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs distinct better – reaching 275 km/h, while the Land Rover Defender tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm difference.
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GLC
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Land Rover Defender offers evident more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.
In curb weight, Mercedes GLC is noticeable lighter – 1910 kg compared to 2300 kg. The difference is around 390 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers noticeable more room – 786 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 166 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Land Rover Defender performs barely noticeable better – up to 1875 L, which is about 135 L more than the Mercedes GLC.
When it comes to payload, Land Rover Defender distinct takes the win – 819 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 219 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes GLC sits well ahead of its rival 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.
Mercedes GLC
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Mercedes GLC
Mercedes GLC
3.9 (6 Reviews)
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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Land Rover Defender
The Land Rover Defender looks like it could shrug off a weekend of serious off-road abuse while still turning heads on the high street. Inside it balances practical, no-nonsense utility with enough creature comforts to make daily driving feel less like an expedition and more like a stylish commute—rugged charm with civilized manners.
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Mercedes GLC
Land Rover Defender
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
50300 - 126600 £
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Price
57900 - 172000 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
12 - 714 km
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Electric Range
48 km
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 225 g/km
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co2
135 - 324 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
90 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Seats
5
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Seats
2 - 8
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
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Curb weight
2300 - 2745 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
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Length
4716 - 4845 mm
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Length
5003 mm
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Width
1890 - 1913 mm
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Width
2008 mm
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Height
1603 - 1647 mm
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Height
1995 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
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Max trunk capacity
1875 L
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Payload
475 - 600 kg
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Payload
494 - 819 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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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 - 680 HP
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Power HP
200 - 635 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Power kW
137 - 500 kW
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Power kW
147 - 467 kW
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Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
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Engine capacity
1997 - 5000 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025 - 2026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Land Rover
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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.