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Land Rover Defender vs Mercedes-Benz GLC

Should you buy Land Rover Defender or Mercedes-Benz GLC? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Land Rover Defender price starts at Rs 97 Lakh ex-showroom for 2.0 110 SE (Petrol) and Mercedes-Benz GLC price starts Rs 74.45 Lakh ex-showroom for 300 (Petrol). Defender has 5000 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while GLC has 1999 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Defender has a mileage of 14.01 kmpl (Diesel top model)> and the GLC has a mileage of - (Diesel top model).

Defender Vs GLC

Key HighlightsLand Rover DefenderMercedes-Benz GLC
On Road PriceRs.1,72,10,176*Rs.88,83,751*
Fuel TypeDieselDiesel
Engine(cc)29981993
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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Land Rover Defender vs Mercedes-Benz GLC comparison

Basic Information

On-Road Price in New DelhiRs.1,72,10,176*
Rs.88,83,751*
Finance Available (EMI)Rs.3,27,577/month
Rs.1,69,100/month
InsuranceRs.5,93,776
Defender Insurance

Rs.3,20,176
GLC Insurance

User Rating
4.4
Based on 211 Reviews
4.3
Based on 16 Reviews
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
3.0 Litre diesel Engine
OM654M
Displacement (cc)
2998
1993
No. of Cylinders
4
4 Cylinder Cars
4
4 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
296.36bhp@4000rpm
194.44bhp@3600rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
650Nm@1500-2500rpm
440Nm@2000-3200rpm
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Valve Configuration
SOHC
-
Fuel Supply System
Direct Injection
CRDI
Turbo Charger
-
Yes
Transmission TypeAutomatic
Automatic
Gear Box
8-Speed AT
9-Speed Tronic
Mild Hybrid
No-
Drive Type
AWD
AWD

Fuel & Performance

Fuel TypeDiesel
Diesel
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)14.01
-
Mileage WLTP (kmpl)-
19.4
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)89
66
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI
-
Top Speed (kmph)191
219

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension
Double wishbones Coil Suspension
Selective Damping System
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Selective Damping System
Steering Type
Electronic
Electric
Steering Column
Adjustable
Tilt and Telescopic
Steering Gear Type
-
219
Turning Radius (Metres)
11.3 eters
-
Front Brake Type
Twin piston sliding fist caliper
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Single piston sliding fist
Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)
191
219
0-100kmph (Seconds)
8
8
Tyre Size
-
235/55 R19
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Tubeless,Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)
-
R19
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)-
19inch
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)-
19inch

Dimensions & Capacity

Length (mm)
4583
4716
Width (mm)
2105
1890
Height (mm)
1974
1640
Wheel Base (mm)
2600
2580
Front Tread (mm)
1604
-
Rear Tread (mm)
-
1640
Kerb Weight (kg)
2498
2000
Grossweight (kg)
2950
2550
Rear Headroom (mm)
980

1007

Rear Legroom (mm)
929
488
Front Headroom (mm)
980

1007

Front Legroom (mm)
993

525

Seating Capacity
6
5
Boot Space (Litres)
107
620
No. of Doors
3
5

Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering
YesYes
Power Windows Front
YesYes
Power Windows Rear
YesYes
Power Boot
Yes-
Automatic Climate Control
2 Zone
Yes
Air Quality Control
Optional
Yes
Remote Climate Control (A/C)
NoYes
Remote Trunk Opener
NoYes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener
NoYes
Remote Engine Start/Stop
NoYes
Low Fuel Warning Light
YesYes
Accessory Power Outlet
YesYes
Trunk Light
YesYes
Remote Horn & Light Control
NoYes
Vanity Mirror
YesYes
Rear Reading Lamp
YesYes
Rear Seat Headrest
YesYes
Adjustable Headrest
YesYes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
NoYes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
YesYes
Cup Holders Front
YesYes
Cup Holders Rear
YesYes
Rear AC Vents
YesYes
Heated Seats Front
NoNo
Heated Seats Rear
NoNo
Seat Lumbar Support
YesNo
Active Noise Cancellation
NoYes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
YesYes
Cruise Control
YesYes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front & Rear
Navigation System
YesYes
Find My Car Location
No-
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
NoYes
Foldable Rear Seat
60:40 Split
60:40 Split
Smart Access Card Entry
YesYes
Smart Key Band
No-
Engine Start Stop Button
YesYes
Glove Box Cooling
YesYes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Voice Command
YesYes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles
YesNo
USB Charger
-
Front
Steering Mounted TripmeterNo-
Central Console Armrest
YesYes
Tailgate Ajar
YesYes
Hands-Free Tailgate
-
Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
NoNo
Rear Curtain
NoNo
Luggage Hook And NetNoYes
Battery Saver
-
No
Lane Change Indicator
-
Yes
Additional Features-
DIRECT SELECT lever, DYNAMIC SELECT, Technical Underguard, driver assistance systems
Massage Seats
NoFront
Memory Function Seats
Front
Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Window
-
Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking
-
Full
Drive Modes
6
4
Rear Window Sunblind-
Yes
Rear Windscreen Sunblind-
Yes
Air Conditioner
YesYes
Heater
Yes-
Adjustable Steering
YesYes
KeyLess EntryYesYes
Ventilated Seats
NoNo
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
YesYes
Electric Adjustable Seats
Front
Front & Rear
Automatic Headlamps
YesYes

Interior

Tachometer
YesYes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter
YesYes
Leather SeatsYesYes
Fabric Upholstery
Optional
No
Leather Steering WheelYesYes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift SelectorYesNo
Glove Compartment
YesYes
Digital Clock
YesYes
Outside Temperature DisplayNoYes
Cigarette LighterYes-
Digital Odometer
YesYes
Driving Experience Control EcoYesYes
Dual Tone Dashboard
-
Yes
Interior Lighting-
Ambient light,Boot Lamp
Additional Features12-Way Electric Memory Front Seats with 2-Way Manual Headrests, 40:20:40 Fixed Rear Seats, Cross Car Beam in Light Grey Powder Coat Brushed Finish. Light Oyster Morzine Headlining, Electrically Adjustable Steering Column, Standard Treadplates, ClearSight Interior Rear View Mirror, Cabin Lighting
-
Digital Cluster-
Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)-
12.3
Upholstery-
Leather
Ambient Light Colour-
64

Exterior

Available Colors
Gondwana Stone
Lantau Bronze
Hakuba Silver
Silicon Silver
Tasman Blue
Carpathian Grey
Eiger Grey
Pangea Green
Yulong White
Santorini Black
+1 MoreDefender Colors
Polar White
Nautic Blue
Mojave Silver
Obsidian Black
GLC Colors
Body TypeSUV
All SUV Cars
SUV
All SUV Cars
Adjustable HeadlightsYesYes
Fog Lights Front
YesYes
Fog Lights Rear
NoNo
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Manually Adjustable Ext Rear View Mirror
NoYes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Rain Sensing Wiper
YesYes
Rear Window Wiper
YesYes
Rear Window Washer
NoYes
Rear Window Defogger
YesYes
Wheel CoversNoNo
Alloy Wheels
YesYes
Power AntennaNoNo
Tinted Glass
NoNo
Rear Spoiler
NoYes
Roof CarrierOptional
No
Sun Roof
NoYes
Side Stepper
YesYes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
YesYes
Integrated AntennaYes-
Chrome Grille
NoYes
Chrome Garnish
NoYes
Smoke HeadlampsYesNo
Halogen Headlamps-
Yes
Cornering Headlamps
-
Yes
Roof Rail
Optional
Yes
LightingLED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),LED Tail lamps
Trunk Opener-
Remote
Heated Wing Mirror
Yes-
LED DRLs
YesYes
LED Headlights
YesYes
LED Taillights
-
Yes
Additional FeaturesBody Coloured Roof, Standard Roof, Core Exterior Pack, Exterior Mirrors - Heated, Electric, Power Fold Door Mirrors with Approach Lights and Auto-Diing , Premium LED Headlights with Signature DRL, Auto High Beam Assist, Off-Road Tyres, Locking Wheel Nuts
"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"
Automatic Driving Lights
-
Yes
Sunroof-
Panoramic
Boot Opening-
Automatic
Tyre Size
-
235/55 R19
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Tubeless,Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)
-
R19

Safety

Anti Lock Braking System
YesYes
Brake AssistYesYes
Central Locking
YesYes
Child Safety Locks
YesYes
Anti Theft Alarm
YesYes
No. of Airbags6
7
Driver Airbag
YesYes
Passenger Airbag
YesYes
Side Airbag FrontYesYes
Side Airbag RearNoNo
Day Night Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Xenon Headlamps-
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
Door Ajar Warning
Yes-
Traction ControlYes-
Tyre Pressure Monitor
YesYes
Engine Immobilizer
YesYes
Electronic Stability Control
Yes-
Advance Safety FeaturesStop / Start & Roll Stability Control (RSC), Twin-Speed Transfer Box (High/Low range), Electronic Traction Control (ETC), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Terrain Response, Coil Suspension, Intrusion Sensor, Front Airbags, with Passenger Seat Occupant Detector, Customer Configurable Autolock, Power Operated Child Locks
Transparent Bonnet
Rear Camera
-
With Guidedlines
Anti Pinch Power Windows
-
All Windows
Speed Alert
YesYes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts
-
Yes
Heads Up Display
Yes-
Pretensioners And Force Limiter Seatbelts
-
Driver and Passenger
Sos Emergency Assistance
YesYes
Blind Spot Monitor
YesYes
Lane Watch Camera
-
Yes
Geo Fence Alert
-
Yes
Hill Descent Control
YesYes
Hill Assist
YesYes
360 View Camera
YesYes
Global NCAP Safety Rating5 Star
-

ADAS

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

Advance Internet

Live Location-
Yes
Digital Car Key-
Yes
Navigation With Live Traffic-
Yes
Send POI to Vehicle From App-
Yes
Live Weather-
Yes
E-Call & I-Call-
Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity-
Yes
Save Route/Place-
Yes
Remote AC On/Off-
Yes
Remote Door Lock/Unlock-
Yes

Entertainment & Communication

Cd Player
No-
Cd Changer
No-
Dvd Player
No-
Radio
YesYes
Audio System Remote Control
No-
Mirror Link
NoNo
Speakers Front
YesYes
Speakers Rear
YesYes
Integrated 2DIN AudioYesYes
Wireless Phone Charging
YesYes
USB And Auxiliary Input
Yes-
Bluetooth Connectivity
YesYes
Wifi Connectivity
NoYes
Touch Screen
YesYes
Touch Screen size (Inch)
10
11.9
Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
YesYes
Apple Car Play
YesYes
No. of Speakers
10
15
Additional FeaturesMeridian™ Sound System, Remote1 (eCall, bCall & Remote App), Click and Go Integrated Base Unit, Connected Navigation Pro
connect with Alexa, Google Home integration and Parking location on navigation system
Usb Ports-
six USB-C ports

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