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Mercedes GLC vs Nissan Qashqai – Which model is better for everyday use?

Two cars, one duel: Mercedes GLC meets Nissan Qashqai.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Nissan Qashqai has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29600 £, while the Mercedes GLC costs 50300 £. That’s a price difference of around 20722 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLC manages with 1.60 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Nissan Qashqai with 4.50 L. The difference is about 2.90 L per 100 km.

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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 Mercedes GLC has a decisively edge – offering 680 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 475 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.60 s. That’s about 4.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs distinct better – reaching 275 km/h, while the Nissan Qashqai tops out at 206 km/h. The difference is around 69 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls clearly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 690 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, Nissan Qashqai is evident lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 490 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers somewhat more room – 620 L compared to 504 L. That’s a difference of about 116 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC performs to a small extent better – up to 1740 L, which is about 293 L more than the Nissan Qashqai.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLC slightly takes the win – 600 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes GLC shows itself to be is largely superior 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.

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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
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Mercedes GLC

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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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Nissan Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
50300 - 126600 £
Price
29600 - 39900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
12 - 714 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 225 g/km
co2
102 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 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
1420 - 1665 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
4716 - 4845 mm
Length
4425 mm
Width
1890 - 1913 mm
Width
1835 mm
Height
1603 - 1647 mm
Height
1625 mm
Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
Max trunk capacity
1422 - 1447 L
Payload
475 - 600 kg
Payload
466 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025 - 2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Nissan

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What drive types are available for the Mercedes GLC?

The Mercedes GLC is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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