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Mercedes T Class vs McLaren GT Series comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (23,000 £ vs 175,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes T Class or McLaren GT Series?

Mercedes T Class vs McLaren GT Series: Key differences

Mercedes T Class

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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
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McLaren GT Series

  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly 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

T Class

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes T Class is significantly cheaper – starting at 23,000 £ , while the McLaren GT Series costs 175,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 152,747 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes T Class uses 5.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the McLaren GT Series with 11.9 L/100km. The difference is about 6.8 L/100km.

GT Series

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 McLaren GT Series offers substantially more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 504 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren GT Series is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Mercedes T Class takes 11.6 s. That’s about 8.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren GT Series delivers clearly more torque with 630 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 360 Nm more.

T Class

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Mercedes T Class offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, McLaren GT Series is very slightly lighter – 1,520 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 36 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes T Class 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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T Class

Mercedes T Class

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 131 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 7.4 L/100km
Mercedes T Class
McLaren GT Series

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Mercedes T Class

The Mercedes T-Class dresses everyday practicality in a premium suit, blending the sensible utility of a small van with the refinement you expect from the three-pointed star. Its flexible interior and clever details make it a brilliantly pragmatic choice for families and active owners who want comfort and usefulness without the fuss.

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McLaren GT Series

The McLaren GT takes the supercar blueprint and stretches it into a grand tourer, marrying thrilling pace with genuine long-distance comfort and a cabin that’s actually liveable. If you crave weekend escape capability without surrendering driver engagement, this is the car to consider — though it does attract a fair share of admiring glances.

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Mercedes T Class
McLaren GT Series

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,000 - 30,500 £
Price
175,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
135 - 167 g/km
co2
270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,556 - 1,678 kg
Curb weight
1,520 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
420 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
2,045 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
521 - 630 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
630 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
467 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
3,994 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
McLaren
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