Land Rover Defender vs Mercedes-Benz GLC

Land Rover Defender Price starts at Rs. 1.03 Crore which is Rs. 28.00 Lakh costlier than base model of Mercedes-Benz GLC priced at Rs. 75.90 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Land Rover Defender (Diesel Model) is 14.01 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Mercedes-Benz GLC (Diesel Model) is 18 kmpl. In technical specifications, Land Rover Defender (Top Model) is powered by 2997 cc engine , while Mercedes-Benz GLC (Top Model) is powered by 1993 cc engine. The Comparison Land Rover Defender 3.0 l Diesel 130 X vs Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Defender vs GLC

Key Highlights Defender 3.0 l Diesel 130 XGLC 220d
Engine Type 3.0L Twin-Turbocharged I6 MHEV OM654M
Max Power 296bhp@4000rpm 194.44bhp@3600rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 11.4 Kmpl ...
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Basic Info Land Rover Defender 3.0 l Diesel 130 XMercedes Benz GLC 220d
Rating
50 reviews
1 review
Brand Name Land Rover Mercedes Benz
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.57 Crore Get On-Road Price Rs. 76.90 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 2997 cc 1993 cc
Body Type SUV,LuxuryAll SUV Cars SUV,LuxuryAll SUV Cars
Max Power 296bhp@4000rpm 194.44bhp@3600rpm
No Of Cylinders 6 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 8-Speed AT 9-Speed Tronic
Drive Type AWD AWD
Colors
Land Rover Defender Colors
Mercedes Benz GLC Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) 11.4 Kmpl ...
Tyre Size 255/60 R20 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. 3,03,709 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,48,759 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 6.34 Lakh Defender Insurance Rs. 3.25 Lakh GLC Insurance
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Engine Type
3.0L Twin-Turbocharged I6 MHEV
OM654M
Engine Displacement
2997 cc
1993 cc
Max Power
296bhp@4000rpm
194.44bhp@3600rpm
Max Torque
650Nm@1500rpm
440Nm@2000-3200rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
...
No Of Cylinders
6
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8-Speed AT
9-Speed Tronic
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
AWD
AWD
Paddle Shift
...
Fuel Supply System
...
CRDI
Kerb Weight
2550 Kg
2000 Kg
Turbo Charger
Twin

Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
0-100 kmph
7.5 Sec
8 Sec
Fuel Capacity
90 Liters
66 Liters
Top Speed
191 Km/h
219 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
11.4 Kmpl
...
Mileage (Highway)
...
18 kmpl

Suspension Front
2
Suspension Rear
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Tyre Size
255/60 R20
235/55 R19
Wheel Size
...
R19
Tyre Type
...
Tubeless,Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
Ventilated Seats
Fabric Upholstery
...
Leather Seats
...
Rear Seat Headrest
Digital Cluster
...
Air Conditioner
Ambient Light Colour
...
64
Digital Odometer
...
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
5
5
Boot Space
...
620 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Trunk Opener
...
Remote
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
Xenon Headlights
...
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
Antenna
...
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
5099*2008*1970 mm3
4716*1890*1640 mm3
Wheelbase
3022 mm
2580 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
219 mm
...

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
With Storage
Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
...
Gear Shift Indicator
...
Rear Curtain
...
Not Available
Luggage Hook and Net
...
Battery Saver
...
Lane Change Indicator
...
Additional Entertainment Features
...
connect with Alexa, Google Home integration and Parking location on navigation system
Smart Entry
...
Automatic Climate Control
2 Zone
Available
Massage Seats
...
Front
Memory Functions For Seat
Front
Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking
...
Full
Drive Modes
...
4
No of Speakers
...
15
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
...
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Lumbar Support
Wireless Phone Charging
...
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
60:40 Split
60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Air Quality Control
...
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
...
Dual Trip Meter
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Memory Function Seats
Front
Driver's Seat Only
Active Noise Cancellation
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
...
Rear Windscreen Sunblind
...
Adjustable Headrest
Clock
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
Touch-screen Display
GPS Navigation System
...
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
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 Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
Panoramic
Panoramic
Moon Roof
...

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
4
4
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
...
Knee Airbags
...
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Blind Spot Monitor
...
Hill Descent Control
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
...
360 View Camera
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
7
Brake Assist (BA)
Traction Control System (TCS)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
...
Transparent Bonnet
Global NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
...
Child Safety Lock
Lane Watch Camera
...
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
...
Front
Rear Wash Wiper
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
3
3

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
...
Lane Departure Warning
...
Lane Keep Assist
...
Adaptive High Beam Assist
...
Speed Assist System
...
Traffic Sign Recognition
...

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
...
Remote Ac On Off
Remote Door Lock Unlock

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Land Rover 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
Land Rover 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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Land Rover Defender Vs Mercedes Benz GLC FAQs

Which car is best between Land Rover Defender vs Mercedes Benz GLC?
Mercedes-Benz GLC has out rated Land Rover Defender on all the rating factors.
Which car is cheaper Land Rover Defender vs Mercedes Benz GLC?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC is cheaper than Land Rover Defender by Rs. 80.10 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Land Rover Defender vs Mercedes Benz GLC?
For the 3.0 l Diesel 130 X version, 2997 cc Diesel engine of Defender produces 296bhp@4000rpm of power and 650Nm@1500rpm of torque. Whereas for the 220d version, 1993 cc Diesel engine of GLC produces 194.44bhp@3600rpm of power and 440Nm@2000-3200rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Land Rover Defender has better performance.

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