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Mercedes GLC vs VW Touareg comparison
Compare performance (680 HP vs 462 HP), boot space and price (50,300 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or VW Touareg?
GLC
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 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 50,300 £ , while the VW Touareg costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,980 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLC uses 1.6 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the VW Touareg with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.6 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC offers significantly more range – reaching up to 714 km, about 665 km more than the VW Touareg.
Touareg
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.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLC offers noticeably more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 462 HP. That’s roughly 218 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the VW Touareg takes 5.1 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Mercedes GLC is only slightly faster – reaching 275 km/h, while the VW Touareg tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLC delivers visibly more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm more.
GLC
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, Mercedes GLC is only slightly lighter – 1,910 kg compared to 2,059 kg. The difference is around 149 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Touareg offers markedly more boot space – 810 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 190 L.
For maximum load capacity, the VW Touareg offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,800 L, about 60 L more than the Mercedes GLC.
When it comes to payload, the VW Touareg carries clearly more – 751 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 151 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
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Mercedes GLC
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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VW Touareg
Volkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.
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Mercedes GLC
VW Touareg
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
50,300 - 126,600 £
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Price
64,300 - 88,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
12 - 714 km
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Electric Range
47 - 49 km
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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Battery Capacity
14.3 kWh
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co2
0 - 221 g/km
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co2
119 - 239 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
62 - 65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
75 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
1,910 - 2,535 kg
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Curb weight
2,059 - 2,470 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
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Length
4,716 - 4,845 mm
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Length
4,878 - 4,902 mm
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Width
1,890 - 1,913 mm
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Width
1,984 mm
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Height
1,603 - 1,644 mm
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Height
1,693 - 1,712 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,490 - 1,740 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,675 - 1,800 L
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Payload
475 - 600 kg
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Payload
550 - 751 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, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
186 - 680 HP
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Power HP
231 - 462 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
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Max Speed
210 - 275 km/h
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Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
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Torque
320 - 1,020 Nm
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Torque
450 - 700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Power kW
137 - 500 kW
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Power kW
170 - 340 kW
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Engine capacity
1,991 - 2,989 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,967 - 2,995 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, D, B, E, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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VW
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