Compare performance (680 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (50300 £ vs 23700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or Toyota Yaris Cross?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Toyota Yaris Cross has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23700 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26636 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLC manages with 1.60 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Toyota Yaris Cross with 4.50 L. The difference is about 2.90 L per 100 km.
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 clearly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 550 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Toyota Yaris Cross takes 10.70 s. That’s about 7.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs noticeable better – reaching 275 km/h, while the Toyota Yaris Cross tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 105 km/h.
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, Toyota Yaris Cross is significantly lighter – 1180 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 730 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers clearly perceptible more room – 620 L compared to 397 L. That’s a difference of about 223 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC performs evident better – up to 1740 L, which is about 643 L more than the Toyota Yaris Cross.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLC somewhat takes the win – 600 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.
Overall, the Mercedes GLC shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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.
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 Toyota Yaris Cross takes the jaunty personality of the Yaris and gives it a taller stance and a bit more practicality, so you get city-friendly agility with added SUV presence. It’s easy to live with, economical on the daily grind, and smartly packaged — a sensible pick for buyers who want fuss-free transport with a touch of character.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
50300 - 126600 £
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Price
23700 - 34300 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 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
101 - 108 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
36 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
1180 - 1290 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
320 - 397 L
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Length
4716 - 4845 mm
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Length
4180 mm
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Width
1890 - 1913 mm
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Width
1765 mm
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Height
1603 - 1647 mm
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Height
1595 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
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Max trunk capacity
1097 L
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Payload
475 - 600 kg
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Payload
485 - 510 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
Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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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
116 - 130 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 11.3 s
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Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
137 - 500 kW
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Power kW
85 - 96 kW
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Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
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Engine capacity
1490 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025 - 2026
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Toyota
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The Mercedes GLC is offered with All-Wheel Drive.