Mercedes GLC 2023 vs Tesla Model Y 2025
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engines: | 1.5 - 3.0 (petrol, diesel, hybrid) | - (electric) | |
| Tesla Model Y is available also with electric engines. Electric engines provide instant torque and produce zero tailpipe emissions compared to other engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 163 - 476 HP | 299 - 460 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 - 750 NM | 420 - 660 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 3.5 - 9 seconds | 3.5 - 5.9 seconds | |
| In general, Tesla Model Y are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Mercedes GLC. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 0.6 - 10.2 | no data | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 158 - 300 mm (6.2 - 11.8 inches) | 151 - 167 mm (5.9 - 6.6 inches) | |
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.79 m | 4.80 m | |
| Width: | 1.92 m | 1.92 m | |
| Height: | 1.60 m | 1.61 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes GLC and Tesla Model Y are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 545 litres | 822 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1490 litres | 2138 litres | |
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Tesla Model Y has more luggage space. Mercedes GLC has 277 litres less trunk space than the Tesla Model Y. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Tesla Model Y (by 648 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 13 meters | 12.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes GLC is 0.9 metres more than that of the Tesla Model Y, which means Mercedes GLC can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`620 kg | ~ 2`530 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 2`042 kg | ~ 1`971 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 578 kg | ~ 559 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | no data | 68 800 | |
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