Land Rover Defender vs Mercedes-Benz GLC

Defender Price starts at Rs. 97.00 Lakh which is Rs. 20.00 Lakh costlier than base model of Mercedes-Benz GLC priced at Rs. 77.00 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Defender (Diesel Model) is 11.5 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Mercedes-Benz GLC (Diesel Model) is 18 kmpl. In technical specifications, Defender (Top Model) is powered by 2997 cc engine , while Mercedes-Benz GLC (Top Model) is powered by 1993 cc engine. The Comparison Defender 4.4 l V8 Petrol 110 OCTA Edition One vs Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Defender vs GLC

Key Highlights Defender 4.4 l V8 Petrol 110 OCTA Edition OneGLC 300
Engine Type Twin Turbo mild-hybrid V8 M254
Max Power 626bhp@5855-7000rpm 254.79bhp@5800rpm

Defender vs GLC Key Highlights

Basic Info Land Rover Defender 4.4 l V8 Petrol 110 OCTA Edition OneMercedes-Benz GLC 300
Rating
54 reviews
1 review
Brand Name Land Rover Mercedes-Benz
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.62 Crore Check On Road Price Rs. 77.00 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 4395 cc 1999 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 626bhp@5855-7000rpm 254.79bhp@5800rpm
No Of Cylinders 8 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 8-Speed 9-Speed
Drive Type AWD 4WD
Colors
Land Rover Defender Colors
Mercedes Benz GLC Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Tyre Size ... 235/55 R19
Boot Space ... 620 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 5,06,633 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,48,953 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 10.39 Lakh Defender Insurance Rs. 3.26 Lakh GLC Insurance
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Displacement
4395 cc
1999 cc
Engine Type
Twin Turbo mild-hybrid V8
M254
Engine Displacement
4395 cc
1999 cc
Max Power
626bhp@5855-7000rpm
254.79bhp@5800rpm
Max Torque
750Nm@1800-5855rpm
400Nm@1800-2200rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
...
No Of Cylinders
8
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8-Speed
9-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
AWD
4WD
Paddle Shift
Fuel Supply System
...
MPI
Kerb Weight
...
2000 Kg
Turbo Charger
...
Regenerative Braking
...
Mild Hybrid
...
Fast Charging
...

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
0-100 kmph
4 Sec
6.2 Sec
Fuel Capacity
...
66 Liters
Top Speed
210 Km/h
240 Km/h
Mileage (City)
...
8 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
...
12.7 kmpl

Alloy Wheel Size Front
20
19
Alloy Wheel Size Rear
20
19
steeringGearType
Rack & Pinio
...
Suspension Front
3
Suspension Rear
4
Brakes Front
Disc
...
Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
...
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Tyre Size
...
235/55 R19
Wheel Size
...
R19
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Tubeless,Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
Ventilated Seats
...
Digital Cluster Size
...
12.3 inch
Rear Reading Lamp
Upholstery
Leather
Leather
Interior Lighting
Ambient light, Footwell Lamp
,Ambient light,Boot Lamp
Rear Seat Headrest
4
Digital Cluster
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
...
Air Conditioner
Ambient Light Colour
64
64
Digital Odometer
...
Glove Box
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
5
5
Boot Space
...
620 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Additional Exterior Features
...
"Aluminium-look running boards with, Rear trim strip Plastic Chrome Plated rubber studs, Door sill panels, Illuminated door sill panels with “Mercedes-Benz” The manual pull-out roller sunblinds protect against direct, lettering, Door Handle Recesses, large, 2-piece, AMG Filler Cap, LCD projector, With animated Mercedes-Benz pattern"
Rain Sensing Wiper
Wheel Covers
...
ORVM
Powered & Folding
...
Boot Opening
Powered
Automatic
Automatic Driving Lights
Chrome Garnish
...
Cornering Headlamps
...
Integrated Antenna
...
LED DRLs
LED Fog Lamps
...
LED Taillights
Halogen Headlamps
...
Sun Roof
Panoramic
Panoramic
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
...
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
...
Side Stepper
...
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
...
Chrome Grille
...
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Xenon Headlights
...
Trunk Light
Rear Spoiler
...
Antenna
Shark Fi
...
Roof Rails
LED Headlamps
Length*Width*Height
4813*2105*1995 mm3
4716*1890*1640 mm3
Wheelbase
3023 mm
3095 mm
No. Of Doors
5
5

Connectivity
...
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
...
DIRECT SELECT lever, DYNAMIC SELECT, Technical Underguard, driver assistance systems
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front
Central Control Armrest
...
Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
...
Luggage Hook and Net
Lane Change Indicator
...
Additional Entertainment Features
Meridian Surround Sound System
connect with Alexa, Google Home integration and Parking location on navigation system
Smart Entry
...
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Driver's Seat Only
Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking
...
Full
Drive Modes
...
4
No of Speakers
14
15
Adjustable Steering
4
Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Bluetooth
USB Ports
Available
Available
Additional Features
Meridian Surround Sound System
"Aluminium-look running boards with, Rear trim strip Plastic Chrome Plated rubber studs, Door sill panels, Illuminated door sill panels with “Mercedes-Benz” The manual pull-out roller sunblinds protect against direct, lettering, Door Handle Recesses, large, 2-piece, AMG Filler Cap, LCD projector, With animated Mercedes-Benz pattern"
No of Tweeter
Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front and Rear
Power Windows Front
...
Power Windows Rear
...
Rear Window Washer
Cupholders
Front & Rear
...
Rear Window Sunblind
...
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Cupholders Rear
...
Integrated 2-Din Audio
...
WiFi Connectivity
...
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
Available
...
Heated Seats
Front Only
...
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
...
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
tilt and telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Touchscreen Size
13.1 inch
11.9 Inch
Lumbar Support
...
MirrorLink
...
Wireless Phone Charging
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
...
60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
Touchscreen
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Rear Touch Screen Size
...
Air Quality Control
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
...
Memory Function Seats
Driver's Seat Only
Driver's Seat Only
Active Noise Cancellation
...
Paddle Shifters
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
...
Rear Windscreen Sunblind
...
Adjustable Headrest
Voice Commands
Powered Seats
Front
Front & Rear
Cooled Glovebox
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
Touch-screen Display
Speakers Front
...
Speakers Rear
...
Automatic Headlamps
...
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Follow me home headlamps
...
Adjustable Headlamps
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Remote Operated Fuel Tank Lid
...
Front Cupholders
...
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
4
4
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
...
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
3
2
Blind Spot Monitor
Hill Descent Control
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
...
360 View Camera
Curtain Airbag
Available
...
Anti Theft Alarm
Anti Theft Device
...
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
...
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Side Airbag Rear
Speed Alert
SOS Emergency Assistance
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
7
Brake Assist (BA)
Geo-fence Alert
...
Traction Control System (TCS)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
...
Transparent Bonnet
Global NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
...
Child Safety Lock
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
5 Star
...
Lane Watch Camera
...
Driver Airbag
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
...
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Front & Rear
...
Rear Wash Wiper
Day Night IRVM
Keyless Entry
Passenger Airbag
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
3
3
Side Airbag

Forward Collision Warning
...
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist
...
Driver Attention Warning
...
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
...
Adaptive High Beam Assist
Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
...
Speed Assist System
...
Traffic Sign Recognition
...
Lane Departure Prevention Assist
...
Road Depature Mitigation System
...
Adaptive Cruise Control
...
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
...
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
...

Real Time Vehicle Tracking
...
Remote Horn Light Control
...
Remote Engine Start Stop
...
Google / Alexa Connectivity
...
SOS Button
...
RSA
...
Live Location
...
Remote Vehicle Status Check
...
Digital Car Key
...
Navigation With Live Traffic
Send Poi To Vehicle From App
...
Live Weather
ECall And ICall
Save Route Place
...
Over Speeding Alert
...
Crash Notification
...
Tow Away Alert
...
Valet Mode
...
In Car Remote Control App
...
Remote Ac On Off
Remote Door Lock Unlock

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Defender
  • It's bigger, better and easier to live with
  • Up to date tech
  • Comfier, upmarket interiors
Mercedes-Benz GLC
  • Smooth driving experience with great performance, feature-loaded, practical cabin for four occupants, luxurious interior design and quality
Defender
  • Not as cushy a ride as it's other stablemates
  • Might take the self satisfaction out of off-roading for the hard-core enthusiast
Mercedes-Benz GLC
  • Priciest SUV in its segment, backseat comfort could’ve been better
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Which car is best between Land Rover Defender vs Mercedes Benz GLC?
Mercedes-Benz GLC has out rated Defender on all the rating factors.
Which car is cheaper Land Rover Defender vs Mercedes Benz GLC?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC is cheaper than Defender by ₹1.85 Crore.
Which car offers better performance Land Rover Defender vs Mercedes Benz GLC?
For the 4.4 l V8 Petrol 110 OCTA Edition One version, 4395 cc Petrol engine of Defender produces 626bhp@5855-7000rpm of power and 750Nm@1800-5855rpm of torque. Whereas for the 300 version, 1999 cc Petrol engine of GLC produces 254.79bhp@5800rpm of power and 400Nm@1800-2200rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Defender has better performance.

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