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Mercedes GLC vs Volvo EX60 comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (50300 £ vs 54000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or Volvo EX60?

Mercedes GLC vs Volvo EX60: Key differences

Mercedes GLC

4.4 (11 Reviews)
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  • slight cheaper
  • somewhat quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • to a small extent lighter
  • slightly more trunk space

Volvo EX60

  • minimal more efficient
  • slightly more electric range

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Mercedes GLC has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50300 £ , while the Volvo EX60 costs 54000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3664 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Volvo EX60: with 14.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the Mercedes GLC with 14.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.20 kWh.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX60 performs slightly better – achieving up to 810 km, about 96 km more than the Mercedes GLC.

EX60

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.

Both models deliver identical power – 680 HP each.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Volvo EX60 takes 3.90 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 790 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes GLC is to a small extent lighter – 1910 kg compared to 2190 kg. The difference is around 280 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers slightly more room – 620 L compared to 523 L. That’s a difference of about 97 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLC noticeable takes the win – 600 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 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.

Mercedes GLC
Volvo EX60

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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 - 9.7 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 12 - 714 km

Mercedes GLC

4.4 (11 Reviews)
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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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Volvo EX60

The Volvo EX60 arrives as a sleek, family-friendly electric SUV that blends Scandinavian restraint with a surprising dash of personality, wrapping a calm, premium cabin around practical everyday usability. It’s aimed at buyers who prize safety and comfort but still want a car that rewards an enthusiastic drive, proving that sensible can be quietly fun.

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Mercedes GLC
Volvo EX60

Costs and Consumption

Price
50300 - 126600 £
Price
54000 - 70100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.7 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.2 kWh
Electric Range
12 - 714 km
Electric Range
620 - 810 km
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 221 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
62 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
Curb weight
2190 - 2425 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
523 L
Length
4716 - 4845 mm
Length
-
Width
1890 - 1913 mm
Width
1899 mm
Height
1603 - 1644 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1490 - 1740 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 600 kg
Payload
435 - 460 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Power HP
374 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
210 - 275 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
Torque
480 - 790 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Power kW
275 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025 - 2026
Model Year
2026 - 2027
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, D, B, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
What drive types are available for the Mercedes GLC?

The Mercedes GLC is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.