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VW ID.5 vs Mercedes GLC EQ comparison

Compare performance (299 HP vs 489 HP), boot space and price (37,200 £ vs 61,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.5 or Mercedes GLC EQ?

VW ID.5 vs Mercedes GLC EQ: Key differences

VW ID.5

2.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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Mercedes GLC EQ

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

ID.5

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW ID.5 is clearly cheaper – starting at 37,200 £ , while the Mercedes GLC EQ costs 61,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,933 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes GLC EQ is very slightly more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 15.4 kWh/100km for the VW ID.5. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC EQ offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 714 km, about 143 km more than the VW ID.5.

GLC EQ

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 GLC EQ offers visibly more power – delivering 489 HP compared to 299 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC EQ is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 6.1 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLC EQ delivers noticeably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 255 Nm more.

ID.5

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW ID.5 is noticeably lighter – 2,051 kg compared to 2,535 kg. The difference is around 484 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.5 carries very slightly more – 552 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 47 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLC EQ holds a decisive overall lead 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.

from £61,100
GLC EQ

Mercedes GLC EQ

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 489 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 645 - 714 km
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Reviews VW ID.5

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4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Hannu
22 May 2026, 10:40:59

It looks like a Mercedes‑Benz and not a bar of soap. Rear space has improved. Air suspension. Luxurious materials. Great dashboard and display.

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IVAN
13 May 2026, 22:11:19

Aesthetic presence, good electric range and usable cargo hold...

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IVAN
13 May 2026, 22:02:43

Great range, good looking, and virtually zero maintenance compare to the Range Rover which is the highest mainstream maintenance vehicle presently on the road..

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37,200 - 49,300 £
Price
61,100 - 70,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
436 - 571 km
Electric Range
645 - 714 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,051 - 2,204 kg
Curb weight
2,535 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,913 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
529 - 552 kg
Payload
505 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 299 HP
Power HP
489 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Torque
800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
140 - 220 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the VW ID.5 offered with different drivetrains?

The VW ID.5 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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