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Mercedes GLC vs Lotus Eletre comparison
Compare performance (472 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (50,300 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or Lotus Eletre?
Mercedes GLC vs Lotus Eletre: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Mercedes GLC is clearly cheaper – starting at 50,300 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,378 £.
As for electric range, the Lotus Eletre offers significantly more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 442 km more than the Mercedes GLC.
Eletre
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 Lotus Eletre offers considerably more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 472 HP. That’s roughly 446 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Mercedes GLC takes 4.2 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers markedly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 235 Nm more.
GLC
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes GLC is visibly lighter – 1,985 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 580 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers very slightly more boot space – 688 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 68 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLC carries slightly more – 575 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Lotus Eletre 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.
from £85,700
Lotus Eletre
Mercedes GLC
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Mercedes GLC
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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Lotus Eletre
The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.
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Mercedes GLC
Lotus Eletre
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
50,300 - 82,100 £
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Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
122 - 128 km
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Electric Range
450 - 570 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
109 kWh
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co2
41 - 214 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,985 - 2,400 kg
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Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
688 L
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Length
-
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Length
5,103 mm
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Width
1,890 - 1,920 mm
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Width
2,060 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,630 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
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Payload
475 - 575 kg
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Payload
405 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction 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 - 472 HP
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
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Torque
380 - 750 Nm
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
137 - 347 kW
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, E, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Lotus
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