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Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d
Car A
Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d balances family practicality with long-distance efficiency, pairing 5.9 L/100km consumption with a 550 L trunk. Best for growing families and road trips with strong safety signals, while outright performance and winter prowess are not its focus.
5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety
Mercedes-Benz E 250d
Car B
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
Why compared same body typesame brandsame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 75 / 74
City 47 / 36
Budget / value 57 / 56
Road trip 57 / 65
Performance 28 / 27
Cargo 38 / 38
Practical 57 / 57
Premium 50 / 57
Winter 36 / 40

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

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d Mercedes-Benz E 250d
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d

  • Efficient for its class at 5.9 L/100km, easing fuel stops on long trips
  • 550 L trunk and 5 seats suit everyday family duties and luggage
  • Safety ranks highly among its strengths in our signals
  • 400 Nm torque and 194 hp enable relaxed highway cruising and confident overtakes

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

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d if…
Lower entry price
Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Mercedes-Benz E 250d if…
Performance & capability
Mercedes-Benz E 250d is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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