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Mercedes GLC vs Volvo V60 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (680 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (50300 £ vs 41600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or Volvo V60?

Mercedes GLC

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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Volvo V60

5 (1 Reviews)
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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.

Volvo V60 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41600 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8679 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLC manages with 1.60 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Volvo V60 with 2.40 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC performs clearly better – achieving up to 714 km, about 622 km more than the Volvo V60.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLC has a noticeable edge – offering 680 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 225 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Volvo V60 takes 4.60 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 275 km/h, while the Volvo V60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 95 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls distinct stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 311 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, Volvo V60 is slightly lighter – 1734 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 176 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers slightly more room – 620 L compared to 519 L. That’s a difference of about 101 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC performs somewhat better – up to 1740 L, which is about 309 L more than the Volvo V60.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLC to a small extent takes the win – 600 kg compared to 506 kg. That’s a difference of about 94 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes GLC proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes GLC is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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
Mercedes GLC
Volvo V60

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Mercedes GLC

4.5 (5 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 V60

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Volvo V60 blends elegant Scandinavian design with a practical estate layout, making it a composed and sensible choice for buyers who want style without sacrifice. Inside, a serene cabin, clever safety features and a supple ride turn daily commutes and weekend getaways into effortless, grown-up motoring.

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Mercedes GLC
Volvo V60

Costs and Consumption

Price
50300 - 126600 £
Price
41600 - 64200 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 6.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
12 - 714 km
Electric Range
92 km
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
0 - 225 g/km
co2
54 - 140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
Curb weight
1734 - 2064 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
519 L
Length
4716 - 4845 mm
Length
4778 mm
Width
1890 - 1913 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1603 - 1647 mm
Height
1432 mm
Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
Max trunk capacity
1431 L
Payload
475 - 600 kg
Payload
466 - 506 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.6 s
Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025 - 2026
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
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.