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Mercedes GLC vs Nissan X-Trail - Differences and prices compared

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?

Mercedes GLC

3.9 (6 Reviews)
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Nissan X-Trail

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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.

X-Trail

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 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.

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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.

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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

Mercedes GLC
Nissan X-Trail

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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

Mercedes GLC

3.9 (6 Reviews)
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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 X-Trail

5 (1 Reviews)
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The 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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Mercedes GLC
Nissan X-Trail

Costs and Consumption

Price
50300 - 126600 £
Price
34200 - 50500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
12 - 714 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 225 g/km
co2
131 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
Curb weight
1668 - 1961 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
177 - 585 L
Length
4716 - 4845 mm
Length
-
Width
1890 - 1913 mm
Width
1840 mm
Height
1603 - 1647 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 600 kg
Payload
432 - 574 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Power HP
163 - 213 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
Torque
300 - 525 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Power kW
120 - 157 kW
Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
Engine capacity
1497 cm3

General

Model Year
2025 - 2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Nissan
What drive types are available for the Mercedes GLC?

The Mercedes GLC is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.