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Mercedes GLC vs SsangYong Korando comparison

Compare performance (472 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (50,300 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or SsangYong Korando?

Mercedes GLC vs SsangYong Korando: Key differences

Mercedes GLC

4.4 (13 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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SsangYong Korando

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • markedly 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

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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.

SsangYong Korando is clearly cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,336 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLC uses 1.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 5.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the SsangYong Korando offers considerably more range – reaching up to 339 km, about 211 km more than the Mercedes GLC.

Korando

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 offers significantly more power – delivering 472 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 282 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 SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLC delivers substantially more torque with 750 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 390 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, SsangYong Korando is markedly lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 1,985 kg. The difference is around 468 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers a bit more boot space – 620 L compared to 551 L. That’s a difference of about 69 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLC carries slightly more – 575 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 112 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLC is clearly superior 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

  • 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
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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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Reviews Mercedes GLC

4.4 (13 Reviews)
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Zede
10 May 2026, 20:12:35

Too expensive! To justify it with technology that's equal or inferior.

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Marek
2 Jan 2026, 18:32:30

There’s something about a Mercedes — you have to take it for a spin to feel it and understand why it’s special.

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SsangYong Korando

The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
50,300 - 82,100 £
Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
122 - 128 km
Electric Range
339 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
41 - 214 g/km
co2
0 - 197 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,985 - 2,400 kg
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
551 L
Length
-
Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
Width
1,890 - 1,920 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Height
-
Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
Payload
475 - 575 kg
Payload
410 - 463 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 472 HP
Power HP
163 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
Torque
380 - 750 Nm
Torque
260 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 347 kW
Power kW
120 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SsangYong
Is the Mercedes GLC offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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