Mercedes-Benz GLC vs Tesla Model Y
Mercedes-Benz GLC
$51,550
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing Mercedes-Benz GLC vs Tesla Model Y. Tesla Model Y offers the strongest value on price. Mercedes-Benz GLC leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Mercedes-Benz GLC
Best Value
Tesla Model Y
Fuel Economy
Tesla Model Y
Performance
Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y
4.7/10Visual Comparison
Category Radar
Price & Reviews
Model Year
Expert Rating
Mercedes-Benz GLC
$51,550
Rating: 4.7/10
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
Rating: 4.7/10
| Specification |
Mercedes-Benz GLC |
Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Mercedes-Benz | Tesla |
| Model | GLC | Model Y |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | — | Ev |
| Body Style | SUV | Compact Crossover SUV |
| Current Price | $51,550 | $47,990 – $48,990 |
| MSRP | $51,550 | $48,990 |
| Dealer Price | $50,100 | $47,990 |
| Engine | 2.0L Turbocharged Inline 4-Cylinder with 48V ISG Mild Hybrid | Dual Motor AWD |
| Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5,800 rpm (+23 hp electric boost) | 384 hp (est.) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 2,000-3,200 rpm (+148 lb-ft electric boost) | Instant electric torque |
| 0–60 mph | 6.0 sec (0-60 mph 4MATIC / 5.9 sec RWD) | 4.6 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | 130 mph | 135 mph |
| Fuel Type | Premium Unleaded Gasoline | Electric |
| Mileage / MPG | 26 MPGe combined (23 City / 31 Hwy) | 117 MPGe combined (EPA est.) |
| Range (EV) | 450 miles total highway tank range | 330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.) |
| Emissions | 330 g/mi CO2 | 0 g/mi |
| Battery | 12V starter battery + 48V mild-hybrid lithium battery | Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.) |
| Charging | Self-charging regenerative braking | 250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3) |
| Expert Rating | 4.7/10 | 4.7/10 |
| Community Reviews | 1280 | 2240 |
| Performance Score | 8.8 | 9.0 |
| Comfort Score | 9.6 | 8.7 |
| Safety Score | Mercedes-Benz PRE-SAFE System & Driver Assistance Package | 9.1 |
| Fuel Economy Score | 8.7 | 9.5 |
| Technology Score | 9.7 | 9.5 |
| Value Score | 8.8 | 9.0 |
| Pros | Exceptionally quiet, plush cabin atmosphere with vault-like build quality; Standard 11.9-inch portrait MBUX touchscreen... | Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci... |
| Cons | Touch-sensitive steering wheel control pads require an initial learning curve; Base model rear-wheel drive (GLC 300) req... | Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b... |
