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Mercedes GLC vs Land Rover Discovery Sport – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Two cars, one duel: Mercedes GLC meets Land Rover Discovery Sport.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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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 range, the Mercedes GLC performs clearly better – achieving up to 714 km, about 656 km more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

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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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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 comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes GLC shows itself to be is largely superior 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.

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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
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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 Sport

The Land Rover Discovery Sport exudes a perfect blend of rugged capability and refined elegance, making it a standout in the SUV category. Its versatile interior adapts seamlessly to varying needs, while offering top-tier comfort for all passengers. Equipped with cutting-edge technology and a robust design, this vehicle is ideal for both urban adventures and off-road excursions.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
50300 - 126600 £
Price
46500 - 65700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
12 - 714 km
Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
Battery Capacity
12 kWh
co2
0 - 225 g/km
co2
95 - 187 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
58 - 65 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
Curb weight
1949 - 2168 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
780 L
Length
4716 - 4845 mm
Length
4597 mm
Width
1890 - 1913 mm
Width
1894 mm
Height
1603 - 1647 mm
Height
1727 mm
Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
Max trunk capacity
1574 L
Payload
475 - 600 kg
Payload
582 - 641 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Power HP
163 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
Max Speed
190 - 209 km/h
Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1998 cm3

General
Model Year
2025 - 2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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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