Mercedes-Benz GLC X253 vs Peugeot 3008 P84

Mercedes-Benz GLC

X253 · 2015 – 2022

The first-generation GLC on the MRA platform.

Peugeot 3008

P84 · 2016 – 2023

The second 3008 (P84), 2017 European Car of the Year on EMP2.

First car

Second car

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…

Peugeot 3008

Pick the P84 for the best all-round 3008: stylish, roomy and comfortable, with a strong diesel or PHEV choice.

Best engine: The 1.2 PureTech (petrol) or 1.5/2.0 BlueHDi (diesel) — post-2020.

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Performance

M274 GLC 250 · Petrol vs 1.2 PureTech 130 · Petrol

	Mercedes-Benz GLC	Peugeot 3008
Power	211 hp Winner	130 hp
Torque	350 Nm Winner	230 Nm
0–100 km/h	7,3 s Winner	9,6 s
Top speed	222 km/h Winner	205 km/h
Power-to-weight	121,6 hp/t Winner	98,5 hp/t
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	152 g/km	120 g/km Winner
Consumption (WLTP)	6,5 L/100km	5,2 L/100km Winner

Dimensions & space

	Mercedes-Benz GLC	Peugeot 3008
Boot	550 L Winner	520 L
Boot (seats folded)	1.600 L Winner	1.480 L
Wheelbase	2,87 m Winner	2,68 m
Length	4,66 m	4,45 m
Ground clearance	12,3 cm	—
Turning circle	11,8 m	10,7 m Winner
Towing capacity (braked)	2.500 kg Winner	1.500 kg

Powertrain & tech

	Mercedes-Benz GLC	Peugeot 3008
Platform	MRA (rear-wheel-drive base)	EMP2 (modular)
Drive	Rear-wheel drive · All-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive
Engine family	M274/M264 petrol · OM651/OM654 diesel · plug-in hybrid	1.2 PureTech · 1.6 PureTech petrol · 1.5/1.6/2.0 BlueHDi diesel · Hybrid/Hybrid4 PHEV
Transmission	9-speed 9G-TRONIC	6-speed manual · EAT6
Fuel	Petrol	Petrol
Euro standard	Euro 6	Euro 6d
LEZ access	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)

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)

Peugeot 3008

1.2 PureTech: wet timing belt (until ~2021)
BlueHDi: AdBlue/SCR and DPF
1.5 BlueHDi: timing chain on early units

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

Peugeot 3008

Slick i-Cockpit and quality interior
Roomy boot (520 litres)
Strong diesels and efficient PHEVs

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

Peugeot 3008

1.2 PureTech: wet belt until ~2021
Rear bench tight for three adults

Driving experience

Mercedes-Benz GLC

Comfortable, quiet and more car-like than its height suggests. The GLC steers accurately with light, consistent weighting, rides well on the standard suspension, and stays hushed at motorway speeds. 4MATIC is standard on most versions and adds sure-footed traction without altering the relaxed character. The M274/M264 petrols are smooth and willing, the OM654 diesel is the economical distance choice, and the 300 e plug-in covers short trips on electric power. The 9G-Tronic shifts unobtrusively. It is a well-rounded, easy-to-live-with compact SUV that does everything competently.

Peugeot 3008

The P84 drives more like a raised hatchback than a tall SUV. It sits on the same EMP2 bones as the 308, so it stays light on its feet, and the high-set i-Cockpit gives a commanding view without dulling the steering. The small wheel and raised dials take a short acclimatisation, then the front end feels quick and accurate while body roll stays contained. Most versions use a comfort-tuned torsion-beam rear that soaks up broken tarmac cleanly; big wheels and firmer GT damping add a touch of fidget. The 1.2 PureTech is eager, the 2.0 BlueHDi pulls strongly and quietly, and the EAT8 automatic shifts without drama. It is an easy, comfortable family crossover, not a sharp one.