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Mercedes GLC vs Polestar 3 comparison
Compare performance (680 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (50,300 £ vs 67,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or Polestar 3?
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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.
Mercedes GLC is noticeably cheaper – starting at 50,300 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,035 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes GLC is slightly more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 17.6 kWh/100km for the Polestar 3. That’s a difference of about 2.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 714 km, about 8 km more than the Polestar 3.
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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 markedly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Polestar 3 takes 4.7 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Mercedes GLC is markedly faster – reaching 275 km/h, while the Polestar 3 tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLC delivers somewhat more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 910 Nm. That’s about 110 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, Mercedes GLC is markedly lighter – 1,910 kg compared to 2,575 kg. The difference is around 665 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers visibly more boot space – 620 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 136 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,740 L, about 329 L more than the Polestar 3.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLC carries somewhat more – 600 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 104 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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Mercedes GLC
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Mercedes GLC
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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Polestar 3
Polestar 3 arrives as a Scandinavian-styled electric SUV that marries minimalist design with a statuesque presence, looking smarter than most in the car park. Inside, the cabin feels airy and thoughtful, with tech and driving manners that lean toward composed comfort rather than outright drama — perfect for buyers who want electric prestige without shouting about it.
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Mercedes GLC
Polestar 3
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
50,300 - 126,600 £
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Price
67,400 - 79,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
12 - 714 km
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Electric Range
567 - 706 km
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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Battery Capacity
107 kWh
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co2
0 - 221 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
62 - 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
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,910 - 2,535 kg
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Curb weight
2,575 - 2,584 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
484 L
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Length
4,716 - 4,845 mm
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Length
4,900 mm
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Width
1,890 - 1,913 mm
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Width
1,935 mm
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Height
1,603 - 1,644 mm
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Height
1,614 - 1,618 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,490 - 1,740 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,411 L
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Payload
475 - 600 kg
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Payload
285 - 496 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
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
186 - 680 HP
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Power HP
299 - 517 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
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Max Speed
210 - 275 km/h
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Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
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Torque
320 - 1,020 Nm
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Torque
490 - 910 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
137 - 500 kW
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Power kW
220 - 380 kW
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Engine capacity
1,991 - 2,989 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, D, B, E, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Polestar
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