Compare performance (680 HP vs 213 HP), boot space and price (50300 £ vs 34200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or Nissan X-Trail?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Nissan X-Trail has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16170 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLC manages with 1.60 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Nissan X-Trail with 5.70 L. The difference is about 4.10 L per 100 km.
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 significantly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 213 HP. That’s roughly 467 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 X-Trail takes 7 s. That’s about 3.50 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls convincingly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 525 Nm. That’s about 495 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: Nissan X-Trail offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Nissan X-Trail is to a small extent lighter – 1668 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 242 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers slight more room – 620 L compared to 585 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLC minimal takes the win – 600 kg compared to 574 kg. That’s a difference of about 26 kg.
The Mercedes GLC sits well ahead of its rival 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.
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 Nissan X-Trail is a roomy, no-nonsense family SUV that mixes sensible practicality with a quietly modern look, making it an easy choice for busy lives and weekend escapes. It drives with calm confidence, delivers a comfortable ride and sensible tech, and won’t demand drama while doing the everyday heavy lifting.
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Price
50300 - 126600 £
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Price
34200 - 50500 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.9 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
-
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 225 g/km
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co2
131 - 161 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
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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 - 7
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
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Curb weight
1668 - 1961 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
177 - 585 L
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Length
4716 - 4845 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1890 - 1913 mm
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Width
1840 mm
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Height
1603 - 1647 mm
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Height
-
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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
432 - 574 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, Full Hybrid
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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
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
186 - 680 HP
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Power HP
163 - 213 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 9.6 s
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Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
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Torque
300 - 525 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
137 - 500 kW
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Power kW
120 - 157 kW
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Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
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Engine capacity
1497 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
F, D, E
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Nissan
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The Mercedes GLC is offered with All-Wheel Drive.