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Mercedes GLC vs Peugeot 2008 comparison

Compare performance (472 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (50,300 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or Peugeot 2008?

Mercedes GLC vs Peugeot 2008: Key differences

Mercedes GLC

4.4 (13 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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Peugeot 2008

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • considerably lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

GLC

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Peugeot 2008 is clearly cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,565 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLC uses 1.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Peugeot 2008 with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 2008 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 405 km, about 277 km more than the Mercedes GLC.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLC offers considerably more power – delivering 472 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 316 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Peugeot 2008 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLC delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 480 Nm more.

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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 terms of curb weight, Peugeot 2008 is considerably lighter – 1,263 kg compared to 1,985 kg. The difference is around 722 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers markedly more boot space – 620 L compared to 434 L. That’s a difference of about 186 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLC carries clearly more – 575 kg compared to 447 kg. That’s a difference of about 128 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLC is far ahead 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.

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GLC

Mercedes GLC

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 186 - 472 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.6 - 9.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range 122 - 128 km
Mercedes GLC
Peugeot 2008

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mercedes GLC

The Mercedes GLC blends quiet refinement with premium materials to create a comfortable, modern cabin that feels more upscale than its size might suggest. It delivers composed handling and confident on-road manners while offering practical versatility and a strong suite of driver assistance and infotainment features.

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Peugeot 2008

The Peugeot 2008 is a compact crossover that blends sharp French styling with a practical, high-riding layout, giving it more presence and versatility than a typical small hatchback. Inside it offers a clever, user-friendly cabin with sensible storage and modern infotainment, while a composed ride and efficient powertrains make it well suited to both city errands and longer journeys.

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Mercedes GLC
Peugeot 2008

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,300 - 82,100 £
Price
24,800 - 40,400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
122 - 128 km
Electric Range
405 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
41 - 214 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,985 - 2,400 kg
Curb weight
1,263 - 1,623 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
434 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,890 - 1,920 mm
Width
1,770 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
475 - 575 kg
Payload
407 - 447 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 472 HP
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
380 - 750 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
137 - 347 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Peugeot
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