Compare performance (680 HP vs 404 HP), boot space and price (50300 £ vs 61900 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or Land Rover Range Rover Velar?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes GLC has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50300 £, while the Land Rover Range Rover Velar costs 61900 £. That’s a price difference of around 11558 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLC manages with 1.60 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar with 4.80 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.
As for range, the Mercedes GLC performs convincingly better – achieving up to 714 km, about 651 km more than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar.
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 clearly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 404 HP. That’s roughly 276 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 Range Rover Velar takes 5.40 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 275 km/h, while the Land Rover Range Rover Velar tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls evident stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 370 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mercedes GLC is slight lighter – 1910 kg compared to 2003 kg. The difference is around 93 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers a bit more room – 620 L compared to 552 L. That’s a difference of about 68 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC performs evident better – up to 1740 L, which is about 382 L more than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLC minimal takes the win – 600 kg compared to 587 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.
Overall, the Mercedes GLC shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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.
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.
detailsThe Range Rover Velar marries sleek, pared-back styling with genuine off-road poise, so it looks at home in the city yet won’t flinch at rougher roads. Inside, a luxurious, tech-forward cabin pampers occupants while keeping the driving experience confidently in command — and yes, it somehow makes an SUV feel undeniably chic.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
50300 - 126600 £
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Price
61900 - 87400 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10.2 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
63 km
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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Battery Capacity
15.40 kWh
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co2
0 - 225 g/km
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co2
110 - 232 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
62 - 83 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
2003 - 2280 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
503 - 552 L
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Length
4716 - 4845 mm
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Length
4797 mm
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Width
1890 - 1913 mm
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Width
1933 mm
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Height
1603 - 1647 mm
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Height
1657 - 1665 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
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Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1358 L
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Payload
475 - 600 kg
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Payload
460 - 587 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
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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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
204 - 404 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.3 s
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Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
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Max Speed
209 - 250 km/h
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Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
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Torque
430 - 650 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
137 - 500 kW
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Power kW
150 - 297 kW
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Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
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Engine capacity
1997 - 2997 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, C
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Land Rover
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The Mercedes GLC is offered with All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.