Compare performance (190 HP vs 472 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 50,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Korando or Mercedes GLC?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
SsangYong Korando is significantly cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,336 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLC uses 1.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 5.9 L/100km.
As for electric range, the SsangYong Korando offers significantly more range – reaching up to 339 km, about 211 km more than the Mercedes GLC.
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 GLC offers significantly more power – delivering 472 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 282 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLC delivers substantially more torque with 750 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 390 Nm more.
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, SsangYong Korando is clearly lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 1,985 kg. The difference is around 468 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers a bit more boot space – 620 L compared to 551 L. That’s a difference of about 69 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLC carries slightly more – 575 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 112 kg.
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.
The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.
detailsThe Mercedes GLC blends quiet refinement with premium materials to create a comfortable, modern cabin that feels more upscale than its size might suggest. It delivers composed handling and confident on-road manners while offering practical versatility and a strong suite of driver assistance and infotainment features.
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Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
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Price
50,300 - 82,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
339 km
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Electric Range
122 - 128 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 197 g/km
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co2
41 - 214 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
-
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Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
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Curb weight
1,985 - 2,400 kg
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Trunk capacity
551 L
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Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
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Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,870 mm
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Width
1,890 - 1,920 mm
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Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
410 - 463 kg
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Payload
475 - 575 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
163 - 190 HP
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Power HP
186 - 472 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
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Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
260 - 360 Nm
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Torque
380 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
120 - 140 kW
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Power kW
137 - 347 kW
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, E, F, G
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Brand
SsangYong
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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