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Mercedes GLC vs Peugeot 508 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (680 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (50300 £ vs 44600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or Peugeot 508?

Mercedes GLC

3.9 (6 Reviews)
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Peugeot 508

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Peugeot 508 has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 44600 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5756 £.

Both cars consume an average of 1.60 L per 100 km – no difference here.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC performs convincingly better – achieving up to 714 km, about 659 km more than the Peugeot 508.

508

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 clearly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 320 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Peugeot 508 takes 5.20 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs barely noticeable better – reaching 275 km/h, while the Peugeot 508 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls clearly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 500 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Peugeot 508 is barely noticeable lighter – 1811 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 99 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers evident more room – 620 L compared to 487 L. That’s a difference of about 133 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC performs somewhat better – up to 1740 L, which is about 203 L more than the Peugeot 508.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLC distinct takes the win – 600 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 131 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes GLC proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes GLC is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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
Peugeot 508

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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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Peugeot 508

The Peugeot 508 turns heads with a low-slung, almost coupe-like silhouette and a cabin that feels grown-up and surprisingly premium for the money. On the road it balances comfort and poise with a playful edge, making it a convincing choice for buyers who want something stylish and sensible without shouting for attention.

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Mercedes GLC
Peugeot 508

Costs and Consumption

Price
50300 - 126600 £
Price
44600 - 60800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
12 - 714 km
Electric Range
46 - 55 km
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 225 g/km
co2
36 - 45 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
Curb weight
1811 - 1941 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
487 L
Length
4716 - 4845 mm
Length
4750 mm
Width
1890 - 1913 mm
Width
1859 mm
Height
1603 - 1647 mm
Height
1403 mm
Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
Max trunk capacity
1537 L
Payload
475 - 600 kg
Payload
379 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025 - 2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Peugeot
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.