Comparing the Mercedes-Benz GLC and the Mahindra Scorpio (Classic) side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mercedes-Benz GLC is available at ₹7,699,000, while the Mahindra Scorpio (Classic) is priced at ₹1,299,999. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz GLC comes with a 1999 cc unit compared to the Mahindra Scorpio (Classic)'s 2,184 cc, producing 258 bhp (GLC 300) / 197 bhp (GLC 220d) and 130 bhp @ 3,750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.0 kmpl (est.) for the Mercedes-Benz GLC versus 14.4 km/l for the Mahindra Scorpio (Classic). 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 | — | 12V DC |
| Displacement | 1999 cc | 2,184 cc |
| Drive Type | 4MATIC All-Wheel Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L M254 Petrol (MHEV) / 2.0L OM654 Diesel (MHEV) | GEN-2 mHawk Engine Diesel Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 Litres | 60 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel (Mild Hybrid) | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC | 6-Speed Mechanical Gearbox paired with cable shift technology |
| Mileage | 14.0 kmpl (est.) | 14.4 km/l |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 Cylinders Inline |
| Power | 258 bhp (GLC 300) / 197 bhp (GLC 220d) | 130 bhp @ 3,750 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Turn-key ignition paired with fuel-saving Micro-Hybrid start-stop engine electronics |
| Torque | 400 Nm (Petrol) / 440 Nm (Diesel) | 300 Nm @ 1,600–2,800 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) | Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 620 Litres | 460 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2480 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 196 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1850 kg | 1800 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4716 mm / 1890 mm / 1640 mm | 4,456 mm, 1,820 mm,1,995 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2888 mm | 2,680 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt-adjustable power steering column |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Remote central locking standard from the upper tier variant |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC) climate system standard on the S11 trim |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Display | Analogue-digital instrument cluster hosting an electronic gear shift indicator, trip meters, and a digital clock layout |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front | — |
| Infotainment System | 11.9-inch MBUX Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 22.86 cm (9-inch) multi-touch control panel supporting phone screen mirroring connections |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - KEYLESS-GO | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Electronic front and rear power windows equipped with rapid anti-pinch driver glass action |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Dedicated second-row floor console cooling vents |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Center seat armrests are integrated into both the front-row captain setups and the second-row middle bench |
| Seat Upholstery | MB-Tex / Artico Leather | Premium dual-tone grey and black fabric upholstery |
| Sound System | Burmester 15-Speaker (top) | Standard multi-speaker array (up to 4 speakers on the top tier) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof | No |
| USB Ports | Yes | Integrated dashboard data and media charging points |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey Mercedes | Available via smartphone integration interfaces |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Painted front and rear aesthetic bumpers matching the unpainted or painted contrast side body cladding grid |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Integrated vertical LED Daytime Running Lamps flanking the front fog lamps |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Bumper-integrated front halogen fog lamp units |
| Headlight | LED High Performance Headlamps with ADB | Dual-projector halogen headlamps enhanced with signature upper LED eyebrows |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Integrated dual ski-rack style roof structures |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Full vertical clear-lens stacked LED taillight signature array |
| Tyre Size | 235/55 R19 (front) / 255/50 R19 (rear) | 235/65 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch AMG Alloy Wheels | Steel, Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 2 standard front crash deployment airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - PRE-SAFE Brake | Panic brake indication warning light flashing logic |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESP | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | No |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Sonar-guided Intellipark distance sensory matrix |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackGraphite GreySpectral BlueHight Tech Silver | Galaxy GreyDiamond WhiteStealth BlackEverest WhiteRed Rage |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
