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 Maserati Grecale costs 71500 £. That’s a price difference of around 21183 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLC manages with 1.60 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Maserati Grecale with 8.80 L. The difference is about 7.20 L per 100 km.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes GLC: with 14.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s decisively more efficient than the Maserati Grecale with 23.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 9 kWh.
As for range, the Mercedes GLC performs distinct better – achieving up to 714 km, about 213 km more than the Maserati Grecale.
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 a bit edge – offering 680 HP compared to 558 HP. That’s roughly 122 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 Maserati Grecale takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Maserati Grecale performs minimal better – reaching 285 km/h, while the Mercedes GLC tops out at 275 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls a bit stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 820 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .
In curb weight, Maserati Grecale is barely noticeable lighter – 1870 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers to a small extent more room – 620 L compared to 535 L. That’s a difference of about 85 L.
When it comes to payload, Maserati Grecale slightly takes the win – 690 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.
The Mercedes GLC proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes GLC is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 Maserati Grecale blends Italian flair with everyday usability, delivering a lively driving character wrapped in a surprisingly polished cabin. It's a compelling choice for buyers who want exotic looks and engaging driving without the fuss of a supercar, and it even manages to feel at home on the school run as well as on a spirited backroad.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
50300 - 126600 £
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71500 - 107400 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 11.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
23.90 kWh
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Electric Range
12 - 714 km
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Electric Range
501 km
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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Battery Capacity
98 kWh
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co2
0 - 225 g/km
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co2
0 - 254 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
64 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
4
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Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
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Curb weight
1870 - 2480 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
535 L
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Length
4716 - 4845 mm
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Length
4846 - 4865 mm
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Width
1890 - 1913 mm
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Width
1948 - 1979 mm
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Height
1603 - 1647 mm
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Height
1651 - 1670 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
475 - 600 kg
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Payload
630 - 690 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
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
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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
Reduction Gearbox, 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
301 - 558 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.6 s
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Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
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Max Speed
220 - 285 km/h
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Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
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Torque
450 - 820 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
221 - 410 kW
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Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
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Engine capacity
1995 - 3000 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025 - 2026
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Maserati
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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.