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Mercedes GLC vs Toyota C-HR comparison

Compare performance (472 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (50,300 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or Toyota C-HR?

Mercedes GLC vs Toyota C-HR: Key differences

Mercedes GLC

4.4 (12 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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Toyota C-HR

4.9 (6 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • visibly 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 often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Toyota C-HR is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,193 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLC uses 1.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Toyota C-HR with 2.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC offers clearly more range – reaching up to 128 km, about 62 km more than the Toyota C-HR.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLC offers substantially more power – delivering 472 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 249 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Toyota C-HR takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

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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, Toyota C-HR is visibly lighter – 1,505 kg compared to 1,985 kg. The difference is around 480 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers markedly more boot space – 620 L compared to 447 L. That’s a difference of about 173 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLC carries markedly more – 575 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 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

  • 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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Mercedes GLC

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 (12 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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Toyota C-HR

The Toyota C-HR is a bold, coupe-styled crossover that grabs attention with angular lines and a modern interior design. It’s aimed at comfortable urban driving and sensible efficiency, offering practical features and distinctive looks rather than rugged off-road ability.

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4.9 (6 Reviews)
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Jan
16 May 2026, 20:51:01

Great driving comfort, admittedly short trips, but above all a cool impression.

Rav is for wimps.

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Sam baba
25 Apr 2026, 21:54:02

Reliability and no maintenance costs, plus a futuristic design.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
50,300 - 82,100 £
Price
29,100 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
122 - 128 km
Electric Range
66 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
41 - 214 g/km
co2
52 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,985 - 2,400 kg
Curb weight
1,505 - 1,755 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
350 - 447 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,890 - 1,920 mm
Width
1,832 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 575 kg
Payload
375 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 472 HP
Power HP
140 - 223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
380 - 750 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 347 kW
Power kW
103 - 164 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
Is the Mercedes GLC offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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