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Mercedes GLC vs Subaru Forester – Which car suits you better?

Two cars, one duel: Mercedes GLC meets Subaru Forester.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Mercedes GLC

4 (2 Reviews)
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Subaru Forester

4 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Subaru Forester has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34700 £, while the Mercedes GLC costs 50300 £. That’s a price difference of around 15622 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLC manages with 1.60 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.10 L. The difference is about 6.50 L per 100 km.

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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 has a convincingly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 544 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 Subaru Forester takes 12.20 s. That’s about 8.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs evident better – reaching 275 km/h, while the Subaru Forester tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 87 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls convincingly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 838 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Subaru Forester is slightly lighter – 1693 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 217 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers a bit more room – 620 L compared to 508 L. That’s a difference of about 112 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC performs slight better – up to 1740 L, which is about 9 L more than the Subaru Forester.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLC a bit takes the win – 600 kg compared to 492 kg. That’s a difference of about 108 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes GLC shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

Mercedes GLC
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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
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Mercedes GLC

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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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Subaru Forester

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The Subaru Forester is a practical all-rounder that quietly does everything right, with roomy comfort, excellent visibility and a real fondness for weekend adventures off the beaten path. It won't set your pulse racing like a sports car, but for buyers who prize reliability, safety and sensible charm, it's a brilliantly steady companion with a cheeky streak.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
50300 - 126600 £
Price
34700 - 42200 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
Consumption L/100km
8.10 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
12 - 714 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 225 g/km
co2
183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
Curb weight
1693 - 1739 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
508 L
Length
4716 - 4845 mm
Length
4670 mm
Width
1890 - 1913 mm
Width
1830 mm
Height
1603 - 1647 mm
Height
1730 mm
Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
Max trunk capacity
1679 - 1731 L
Payload
475 - 600 kg
Payload
446 - 492 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.20 s
Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
Max Speed
188 km/h
Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
Engine capacity
1995 cm3

General
Model Year
2025 - 2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Subaru

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What drive types are available for the Mercedes GLC?

The Mercedes GLC is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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