Mercedes-Benz E 250d vs Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d 4MATIC — full comparison

Mercedes-Benz E 250d

Suv · Diesel

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Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d 4MATIC

Suv · Diesel · AWD

Mercedes-Benz E 250d

Car A

Mercedes-Benz E 250d

A diesel Mercedes-Benz with strong efficiency and a very usable 540 L trunk, the E 250d suits growing families and long-distance drivers. It prioritizes economy and practicality over city convenience or performance thrills.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety5 L/100km

Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d 4MATIC

Car B

Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d 4MATIC

The Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d 4MATIC blends efficient diesel economy with all-weather traction and practical space for five. It suits growing families and long-distance trips more than performance-focused drivers.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safetyAWD

Why compared same body typesame brandsame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilesimilar price

Usage fit

Family 74 / 75

City 36 / 47

Budget / value 56 / 57

Road trip 65 / 62

Performance 27 / 33

Cargo 38 / 38

Practical 57 / 58

Premium 57 / 51

Winter 40 / 76

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz E 250d · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d 4MATIC

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz E 250d Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d 4MATIC

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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz E 250d

Efficient for its class at 5 L/100 km, ideal for long commutes and road trips
540 L trunk and five seats accommodate family gear and passengers
400 Nm torque and 6.6 s 0–100 km/h enable confident overtakes
Good value in its segment considering space, efficiency, and pace at this price
Diesel powertrain is not the best match for mostly short, urban trips
If you want a performance-focused drive, quicker and sharper rivals exist
The listed price of 55,000 may stretch cost-first shoppers
No electrified driving here; this model is diesel-only

Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d 4MATIC

Diesel efficiency (5.4 L/100km combined) supports affordable long-distance driving.
AWD 4MATIC traction boosts confidence in winter and poor weather.
Useful 550-liter boot and 5-seat layout fit family life and luggage.
Strong 400 Nm torque delivers relaxed overtakes and steady cruising.
Not the choice for performance driving; 0–100 km/h in 7.8 s is merely brisk.
If you need maximum cargo capacity, 550 liters may feel limiting versus larger SUVs.
Diesel powertrain won’t suit buyers who prefer petrol or hybrid refinement.
Premium price around 55,000 positions it above mainstream alternatives.

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz E 250d if…

Best fuel economy

Mercedes-Benz E 250d uses 5.0 L/100km vs 5.4 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d 4MATIC if…

All-wheel drive

Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d 4MATIC's AWD adds real-world confidence in wet, icy, or mixed-weather conditions.

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