Mercedes-Benz GLC vs Volkswagen Taigo
Mercedes-Benz GLC
Mercedes' mid-size SUV on the MRA platform.
VS
Volkswagen Taigo
Volkswagen’s compact coupé crossover.
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Pick this one if…
Mercedes-Benz GLC
Pick the GLC for space, comfort and efficient engines in a premium mid-size SUV.
Best engine: The GLC 220 d (diesel) or GLC 250 (petrol) — the sweet spot.
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Pick this one if…
Volkswagen Taigo
Pick the Taigo for a stylish coupé crossover with low running costs and city-friendly dimensions.
Best engine: The 1.0 TSI (110 hp) or 1.5 TSI (150 hp).
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Performance
M274 GLC 250 · Petrol vs 1.0 TSI 110 · Petrol
| Mercedes-Benz GLC | Volkswagen Taigo | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
211 hp
Winner
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110 hp
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| Torque |
350 Nm
Winner
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200 Nm
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| 0–100 km/h |
7,3 s
Winner
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10,5 s
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| Top speed |
222 km/h
Winner
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191 km/h
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| Power-to-weight |
121,6 hp/t
Winner
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93,6 hp/t
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| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
152 g/km
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123 g/km
Winner
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| Consumption (WLTP) |
6,5 L/100km
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5,4 L/100km
Winner
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Dimensions & space
| Mercedes-Benz GLC | Volkswagen Taigo | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
550 L
Winner
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440 L
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| Boot (seats folded) |
1.600 L
Winner
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1.222 L
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| Wheelbase |
2,87 m
Winner
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2,57 m
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| Length |
4,66 m
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4,27 m
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| Width |
1,89 m
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1,76 m
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| Height |
1,64 m
|
1,49 m
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| Seats |
5
|
5
|
Powertrain & tech
| Mercedes-Benz GLC | Volkswagen Taigo | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | MRA (rear-wheel-drive base, shared with the C-Class W205) | MQB A0 (transverse, shared with the Polo/T-Cross) |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive · All-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Engine family | M274/M264 petrol · OM651/OM654 diesel · plug-in hybrid | EA211 1.0 TSI · EA211 Evo 1.5 TSI |
| Fuel | Petrol · Diesel · Plug-in hybrid | Petrol |
| Transmission | 9G-TRONIC automatic | 5/6-speed manual · 7-speed DSG |
| Euro standard | Euro 6 (early) · Euro 6d (later) | Euro 6d (all engines) |
| LEZ access | Euro 6 diesel allowed in the LEZ (Brussels/Antwerp/Ghent) | Euro 6d petrol allowed in the LEZ (Brussels/Antwerp/Ghent) |
Reliability & watch-outs
Known issues
Mercedes-Benz GLC
- Early OM651 diesel: timing chain and AdBlue/NOx watch-points
- 9G-TRONIC: fluid changes recommended earlier than official intervals
- AIRMATIC air suspension can leak at high mileage
- COMAND/MBUX software glitches (mostly fixed via updates)
Volkswagen Taigo
- DQ200 DSG shift quality (dry clutch)
- Infotainment glitches on early cars
- Plastic water pump/thermostat module
Pros
Mercedes-Benz GLC
- 550 L boot growing to ~1,600 L — roomy for a mid-size SUV
- Efficient OM654 2.0 diesel (GLC 220 d: 194 hp / 400 Nm)
- MRA rear-wheel-drive platform with optional 4MATIC
- GLC 350 e PHEV: 320 hp system output and 560 Nm, company-car friendly
Volkswagen Taigo
- Coupé design stands apart from the T-Cross
- Thrifty 1.0 TSI engines with low CO2
- Compact and agile in town
Cons
Mercedes-Benz GLC
- OM651/OM654 diesel: AdBlue/DPF watch-points with lots of short trips
- PHEV (GLC 350 e) shrinks boot space (395 L)
- Complex electronics and air suspension need dealer maintenance
Volkswagen Taigo
- Less rear headroom due to the sloping roof
- No all-wheel drive available
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