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Mercedes GLC vs Land Rover Discovery Sport - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (680 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (50300 £ vs 46500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or Land Rover Discovery Sport?
GLC
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.
Land Rover Discovery Sport has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46500 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3870 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLC manages with 1.60 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery Sport with 4.20 L. The difference is about 2.60 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC performs clearly better – achieving up to 714 km, about 656 km more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.
Discovery Sport
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 decisively edge – offering 680 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 411 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 7.40 s. That’s about 3.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs noticeable better – reaching 275 km/h, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport tops out at 209 km/h. The difference is around 66 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls convincingly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 540 Nm. That’s about 480 Nm difference.
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GLC
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, Mercedes GLC is hardly perceptible lighter – 1910 kg compared to 1949 kg. The difference is around 39 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers noticeable more room – 780 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC performs barely noticeable better – up to 1740 L, which is about 166 L more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.
When it comes to payload, Land Rover Discovery Sport hardly perceptible takes the win – 641 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 41 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes GLC is far ahead overall 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
Land Rover Discovery Sport
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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 Discovery Sport
5 (1 Reviews)
Discovery Sport wears Land Rover’s rugged badge with compact poise, blending a comfortable, well-crafted cabin and genuine off-road confidence for buyers who want versatility without showroom bluster. It settles smoothly on the road with composed manners and a cheeky British charm, making it an appealing pick for families who crave practicality with a hint of adventure.
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Mercedes GLC
Land Rover Discovery Sport
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
50300 - 126600 £
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Price
46500 - 65700 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 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
58 km
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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Battery Capacity
12 kWh
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co2
0 - 225 g/km
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co2
95 - 187 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
58 - 65 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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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
1949 - 2168 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
780 L
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Length
4716 - 4845 mm
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Length
4597 mm
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Width
1890 - 1913 mm
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Width
1894 mm
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Height
1603 - 1647 mm
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Height
1727 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
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Max trunk capacity
1574 L
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Payload
475 - 600 kg
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Payload
582 - 641 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
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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
163 - 269 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
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Max Speed
190 - 209 km/h
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Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
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Torque
380 - 540 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
137 - 500 kW
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Power kW
120 - 198 kW
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Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1998 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, B
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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.