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Mercedes GLC vs Land Rover Discovery – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Mercedes GLC or Land Rover Discovery fits your lifestyle better.

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

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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 distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50300 £, while the Land Rover Discovery costs 67400 £. That’s a price difference of around 17044 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLC manages with 1.60 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery with 8.40 L. The difference is about 6.80 L per 100 km.

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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 clearly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 350 HP. That’s roughly 330 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Land Rover Discovery takes 6.30 s. That’s about 2.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs distinct better – reaching 275 km/h, while the Land Rover Discovery tops out at 209 km/h. The difference is around 66 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls evident stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Land Rover Discovery offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Mercedes GLC is clearly perceptible lighter – 1910 kg compared to 2391 kg. The difference is around 481 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Discovery offers clearly perceptible more room – 986 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 366 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Land Rover Discovery performs to a small extent better – up to 2061 L, which is about 381 L more than the Mercedes GLC.

When it comes to payload, Land Rover Discovery clearly perceptible takes the win – 803 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 203 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes GLC proves to be is largely superior 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
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 9.9 L
  • Electric Range : 12 - 128 km
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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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Land Rover Discovery

The Land Rover Discovery continues to set the benchmark for versatility and capability in the luxury SUV segment, seamlessly combining rugged off-road performance with sophisticated on-road comfort. Its spacious interior is thoughtfully designed, providing ample room for passengers and cargo, making it an ideal choice for both family adventures and professional use. With its distinctive and timeless design, the Discovery remains a strong contender for those seeking a blend of practicality and elegance.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
50300 - 126600 £
Price
67400 - 96900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 8.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
12 - 128 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
41 - 225 g/km
co2
221 - 224 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
89 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1910 - 2400 kg
Curb weight
2391 - 2442 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
172 - 986 L
Length
4716 - 4792 mm
Length
4956 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
2073 mm
Height
1603 - 1647 mm
Height
1846 mm
Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1680 L
Max trunk capacity
1997 - 2061 L
Payload
475 - 600 kg
Payload
689 - 803 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Power HP
249 - 350 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
Max Speed
194 - 209 km/h
Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
Torque
570 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Power kW
183 - 257 kW
Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
Engine capacity
2997 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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.

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