Compare performance (680 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (50300 £ vs 29100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or Skoda Karoq?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Skoda Karoq has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21245 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLC manages with 1.60 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Skoda Karoq with 4.90 L. The difference is about 3.30 L per 100 km.
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 decisively edge – offering 680 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 490 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Skoda Karoq takes 7 s. That’s about 3.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs to a small extent better – reaching 275 km/h, while the Skoda Karoq tops out at 221 km/h. The difference is around 54 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls convincingly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 660 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.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Skoda Karoq is evident lighter – 1380 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 530 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers slightly more room – 620 L compared to 521 L. That’s a difference of about 99 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC performs minimal better – up to 1740 L, which is about 110 L more than the Skoda Karoq.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLC barely noticeable takes the win – 600 kg compared to 549 kg. That’s a difference of about 51 kg.
The Mercedes GLC holds a decisive overall lead 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 Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
50300 - 126600 £
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Price
29100 - 41700 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 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
128 - 173 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L
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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
1910 - 2535 kg
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Curb weight
1380 - 1655 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
521 L
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Length
4716 - 4845 mm
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Length
4384 - 4390 mm
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Width
1890 - 1913 mm
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Width
1841 mm
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Height
1603 - 1647 mm
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Height
1624 - 1629 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
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Max trunk capacity
1630 L
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Payload
475 - 600 kg
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Payload
456 - 549 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, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
115 - 190 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
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Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
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Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
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Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
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Torque
200 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
137 - 500 kW
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Power kW
85 - 140 kW
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Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1984 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
D, E, F
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Skoda
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The Mercedes GLC is offered with All-Wheel Drive.