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Mercedes GLC vs Toyota Mirai comparison

Compare performance (472 HP vs 182 HP), boot space and price (50,300 £ vs 58,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or Toyota Mirai?

Mercedes GLC vs Toyota Mirai: Key differences

Mercedes GLC

4.4 (13 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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Toyota Mirai

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly more electric range
  • marginally 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:

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

Mercedes GLC is somewhat cheaper – starting at 50,300 £ , while the Toyota Mirai costs 58,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,378 £.

As for electric range, the Toyota Mirai offers significantly more range – reaching up to 650 km, about 522 km more than the Mercedes GLC.

Mirai

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 significantly more power – delivering 472 HP compared to 182 HP. That’s roughly 290 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 Toyota Mirai takes 9.2 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLC delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 450 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, Toyota Mirai is marginally lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 1,985 kg. The difference is around 85 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers considerably more boot space – 620 L compared to 300 L. That’s a difference of about 320 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLC carries moderately more – 575 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 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
Mercedes GLC
Toyota Mirai

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Toyota Mirai

The Toyota Mirai arrives as a bold, futuristic saloon that turns heads with sleek, almost sci‑fi styling and a cabin that feels more lounge than cockpit. It trades petrol fuss for a whisper‑quiet hydrogen setup that delivers composed, effortless progress and makes long-distance cruising a relaxed pleasure — a compelling choice if you want cutting-edge eco tech without sacrificing comfort.

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Mercedes GLC
Toyota Mirai

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,300 - 82,100 £
Price
58,700 - 66,700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
122 - 128 km
Electric Range
650 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
41 - 214 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,985 - 2,400 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 1,930 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
300 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,890 - 1,920 mm
Width
1,885 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 575 kg
Payload
485 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Hydrogen
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 472 HP
Power HP
182 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
380 - 750 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
137 - 347 kW
Power kW
134 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
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