Comparing the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and the Mercedes-Benz GLC side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 is available at ₹4,399,000, while the Mercedes-Benz GLC is priced at ₹7,699,000. On the engine front, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLC's 1999 cc, producing 215 bhp (RWD) / 314 bhp (AWD) and 258 bhp (GLC 300) / 197 bhp (GLC 220d) respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | 72.6 kWh NMC Lithium-Ion (800V architecture) | — |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1999 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | 4MATIC All-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (RWD or AWD) | 2.0L M254 Petrol (MHEV) / 2.0L OM654 Diesel (MHEV) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 60 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol / Diesel (Mild Hybrid) |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC |
| Mileage | — | 14.0 kmpl (est.) |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 215 bhp (RWD) / 314 bhp (AWD) | 258 bhp (GLC 300) / 197 bhp (GLC 220d) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 350 Nm (RWD) / 605 Nm (AWD) | 400 Nm (Petrol) / 440 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 72.6 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | DC Fast (800V): 18 min (10-80%) / AC: ~8 hours | — |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - 800V Ultra-Fast (350 kW compatible) | — |
| Range | 631 km (RWD - WLTP) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes - i-Pedal One-Pedal Drive | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 527 Litres + 57 L frunk | 620 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2630 kg | 2480 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 160 mm | 196 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2100 kg (AWD) | 1850 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4635 mm / 1890 mm / 1605 mm | 4716 mm / 1890 mm / 1640 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3000 mm | 2888 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control with Heat Pump | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Full Digital Cluster (dual screen) | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - HDA2 Highway Drive Assist (ADAS) | Yes - DISTRONIC |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 11.9-inch MBUX Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Smart Key + Digital Key | Yes - KEYLESS-GO |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Individual | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - Sliding Rear Seats | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Eco-Suede / Leather | MB-Tex / Artico Leather |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker Premium Audio | Burmester 15-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | Glass Panel Roof (Fixed) | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C + V2L (3.6 kW) | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - Bluelink | Yes - Hey Mercedes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs (Parametric Pixels) | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | LED High Performance Headlamps with ADB |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/55 R19 | 235/55 R19 (front) / 255/50 R19 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy Wheels | 19-inch AMG Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - PRE-SAFE Brake |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESC + VSM | Yes - ESP |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Surround View | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Gravity Gold MatteAtlas WhiteCyber GreyLucid BlueDigital Teal GreenMystic Olive GreenEcotronic Gray PearlMeta BlueAbyss BlackUltimate Red | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackGraphite GreySpectral BlueHight Tech Silver |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | 4.3 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
