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Mercedes GLE vs Lynk & Co 08 comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 350 HP), boot space and price (78,900 £ vs 48,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or Lynk & Co 08?

Mercedes GLE vs Lynk & Co 08: Key differences

Mercedes GLE

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately more trunk space
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Lynk & Co 08

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • moderately lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Lynk & Co 08 is considerably cheaper – starting at 48,000 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 78,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,917 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lynk & Co 08 uses 0.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes GLE with 3.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Lynk & Co 08 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 200 km, about 96 km more than the Mercedes GLE.

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Engine and Performance:

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 GLE offers clearly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 350 HP. That’s roughly 235 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLE is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Lynk & Co 08 takes 6.8 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

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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 terms of curb weight, Lynk & Co 08 is moderately lighter – 2,112 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 278 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers moderately more boot space – 655 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries visibly more – 770 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 270 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lynk & Co 08 stands well ahead of its rival 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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Lynk & Co 08

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 350 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 200 km
Mercedes GLE
Lynk & Co 08

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Mercedes GLE

The Mercedes GLE blends luxurious comfort with a confident road presence, wrapping tech and refinement in an SUV shape that still knows how to behave on a twisty back road. Inside it's plush and quiet, with clever storage and driver aids that make long trips effortless — plus the badge gives it that easy-to-respect curb appeal.

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Lynk & Co 08

The Lynk & Co 08 represents a bold leap in automotive design, merging a sleek and modern exterior with a spacious and tech-savvy interior that caters to the needs of contemporary drivers. Its innovative approach to connectivity and user experience sets it apart in a crowded market, offering drivers an unparalleled level of interaction and customization. With a strong focus on sustainability, this model features advanced hybrid technology, underscoring Lynk & Co's commitment to eco-friendly driving solutions.

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Mercedes GLE
Lynk & Co 08

Costs and Consumption

Price
78,900 - 115,800 £
Price
48,000 - 51,400 £
Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
91 - 104 km
Electric Range
200 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
72 - 241 g/km
co2
23 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,390 - 2,815 kg
Curb weight
2,112 kg
Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
Trunk capacity
540 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,010 - 2,018 mm
Width
1,915 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
495 - 770 kg
Payload
500 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
309 - 585 HP
Power HP
350 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
227 - 430 kW
Power kW
257 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Lynk & Co
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