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Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d
Car A
Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d combines efficient running (5.9 L/100 km) with five-seat practicality and a 550 L trunk, suiting growing families and road trips. Safety and everyday usability are strong, while outright performance and winter prowess take a back seat.
5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety5.9 L/100km204 hp
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
Car B
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
A 5-seat diesel with strong torque and a 640-liter cargo area, the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado suits growing families and road trips. It leans toward reliability and safety rather than city agility or performance thrills.
5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety
Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilesimilar price

Usage fit

Family 74 / 80
City 46 / 31
Budget / value 55 / 56
Road trip 57 / 72
Performance 28 / 28
Cargo 38 / 44
Practical 56 / 58
Premium 51 / 36
Winter 36 / 40

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d · Orange = Toyota Land Cruiser Prado

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d

  • Efficient for its class at 5.9 L/100 km, helping keep running costs in check.
  • Family-ready space: 5 seats and a 550 L trunk for strollers, groceries, and luggage.
  • Solid safety standing in its segment.
  • Confident touring ability from 204 hp and 500 Nm, with 0–100 km/h in 7.8 s for easy merges and overtakes.

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado

  • 640-liter cargo space handles family gear and luggage.
  • 500 Nm diesel torque makes loaded cruising easy.
  • 8.5 l/100 km combined is efficient for its class.
  • Prioritizes reliability and safety per its positioning.

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d uses 5.9 L/100km vs 8.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Toyota Land Cruiser Prado if…
Performance & capability
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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