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Mercedes GLC vs Land Rover Range Rover Sport - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (680 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (50300 £ vs 78600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or Land Rover Range Rover Sport?

Mercedes GLC

3.9 (6 Reviews)
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Land Rover Range Rover Sport

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.

Mercedes GLC has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50300 £ , while the Land Rover Range Rover Sport costs 78600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28273 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLC manages with 1.60 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Land Rover Range Rover Sport with 2.70 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC performs convincingly better – achieving up to 714 km, about 596 km more than the Land Rover Range Rover Sport.

Range Rover Sport

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 hardly perceptible 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 barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Land Rover Range Rover Sport takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport performs barely noticeable better – reaching 290 km/h, while the Mercedes GLC tops out at 275 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls noticeable stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 220 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 evident lighter – 1910 kg compared to 2390 kg. The difference is around 480 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport offers slight more room – 647 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 27 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC performs slightly better – up to 1740 L, which is about 249 L more than the Land Rover Range Rover Sport.

When it comes to payload, Land Rover Range Rover Sport noticeable takes the win – 830 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 230 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 Range Rover Sport

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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

Mercedes GLC

3.9 (6 Reviews)
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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 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
50300 - 126600 £
Price
78600 - 175700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 11.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
12 - 714 km
Electric Range
116 - 118 km
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 225 g/km
co2
61 - 266 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
90 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
2390 - 2810 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
647 L
Length
4716 - 4845 mm
Length
4970 mm
Width
1890 - 1913 mm
Width
2043 mm
Height
1603 - 1647 mm
Height
1814 mm
Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
Max trunk capacity
1491 L
Payload
475 - 600 kg
Payload
640 - 830 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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
249 - 635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
Max Speed
290 km/h
Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
Torque
570 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Power kW
183 - 467 kW
Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
Engine capacity
2997 - 4395 cm3

General

Model Year
2025 - 2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Land Rover
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.