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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
50300 - 126600 £
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Price
41600 - 64200 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 6.2 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
92 km
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
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co2
0 - 225 g/km
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co2
54 - 140 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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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
1734 - 2064 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
519 L
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Length
4716 - 4845 mm
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Length
4778 mm
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Width
1890 - 1913 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Height
1603 - 1647 mm
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Height
1432 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
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Max trunk capacity
1431 L
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Payload
475 - 600 kg
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Payload
466 - 506 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
Petrol MHEV, Plugin 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
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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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
197 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.6 s
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Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
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Torque
300 - 709 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
137 - 500 kW
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Power kW
145 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
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Engine capacity
1969 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
E, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Volvo
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The Mercedes GLC is offered with All-Wheel Drive.