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Mercedes GLC vs Land Rover Range Rover Sport comparison

Compare performance (472 HP vs 550 HP), boot space and price (50,300 £ vs 78,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or Land Rover Range Rover Sport?

Mercedes GLC vs Land Rover Range Rover Sport: Key differences

Mercedes GLC

4.4 (12 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • marginally more electric range
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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Land Rover Range Rover Sport

  • a bit more power
  • barely more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Mercedes GLC is substantially cheaper – starting at 50,300 £ , while the Land Rover Range Rover Sport costs 78,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,273 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLC uses 1.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Land Rover Range Rover Sport with 2.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC offers marginally more range – reaching up to 128 km, about 10 km more than the Land Rover Range Rover Sport.

Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport offers a bit more power – delivering 550 HP compared to 472 HP. That’s roughly 78 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Land Rover Range Rover Sport takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Range Rover Sport delivers very slightly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes GLC is clearly lighter – 1,985 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 405 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport offers barely more boot space – 647 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 27 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport carries visibly more – 830 kg compared to 575 kg. That’s a difference of about 255 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLC is clearly superior 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.

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GLC

Mercedes GLC

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 472 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 9.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 122 - 128 km
Mercedes GLC
Land Rover Range Rover Sport

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Dimensions and Body

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Mercedes GLC

The Mercedes GLC blends quiet refinement with premium materials to create a comfortable, modern cabin that feels more upscale than its size might suggest. It delivers composed handling and confident on-road manners while offering practical versatility and a strong suite of driver assistance and infotainment features.

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Land Rover Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport pairs unapologetic presence with genuine capability, looking like it belongs on a red carpet while quietly promising to tackle rough tracks when called upon. Inside, the cabin pampers with plush materials and thoughtful tech, making it an irresistible choice for buyers who want luxury, confidence and a touch of adventure.

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Mercedes GLC
Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,300 - 82,100 £
Price
78,600 - 129,900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 11.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
122 - 128 km
Electric Range
116 - 118 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
41 - 214 g/km
co2
60 - 259 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,985 - 2,400 kg
Curb weight
2,390 - 2,809 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
647 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,890 - 1,920 mm
Width
2,043 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 575 kg
Payload
641 - 830 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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 - 472 HP
Power HP
249 - 550 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
380 - 750 Nm
Torque
550 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
137 - 347 kW
Power kW
183 - 405 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
2,997 - 4,395 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Land Rover
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