Verdict
Just RM1,000 separates these locally assembled SUVs, so the choice is not price-led. The Volvo XC60 brings 246 hp and 350 Nm, reaching 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds versus the Mercedes-Benz GLC’s 201 hp, 320 Nm and 7.8 seconds, plus a 71-litre tank and five-year warranty. The GLC counters with a much more useful 620-litre boot, 137 litres ahead of the Volvo, seven airbags, 20-inch wheels and auto parking. For a Malaysian family carrying luggage, the Mercedes is the more practical call; the Volvo is the stronger long-distance driver’s car.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLC if you need the larger 620-litre boot, want seven airbags and value auto parking.
Pick the Volvo XC60 if you want 246 hp, a 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time, active cruise control with steering assist and a five-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz GLC RM329,888; Volvo XC60 RM328,888.
- Power and torque: GLC 201 hp and 320 Nm; XC60 246 hp and 350 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: GLC 7.8 seconds; XC60 6.9 seconds.
- Boot space: GLC 620 litres; XC60 483 litres.
- Fuel tank: GLC 62 litres; XC60 71 litres.
- Warranty: GLC four years/unlimited mileage; XC60 five years/unlimited mileage.
GLC
- 620-litre boot is 137 litres larger
- Seven airbags and auto parking
- 20-inch wheels, front-seat heating and electric steering adjustment
- 201 hp and 320 Nm trail the XC60's 246 hp and 350 Nm
- 7.8-second 0-100 km/h time is 0.9 seconds slower
- Four-year warranty is one year shorter
XC60
- 246 hp, 350 Nm and 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- 71-litre fuel tank and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty
- Panoramic glass roof, Bowers & Wilkins audio and active cruise control with steering assist
- 483-litre boot is 137 litres smaller
- Six airbags versus the GLC's seven
- No auto parking, paddle shifts or electric steering adjustment
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM329,888 | RM328,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM440 | RM428✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Mild Hybrid Assist | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing with MHEV Assistance |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | 201 hp at 5,800 rpm | 246 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 320 Nm at 1,600 rpm | 350 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 83 mm × 92.4 mm | 82 mm × 93.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | 10.8 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 23 hp✓ | 13 hp |
| Motor Torque | 205 Nm✓ | 30 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 9G-Tronic | 8-Speed Geartronic |
| Gears | 9 | 8 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 221 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,716 mm | 4,708 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 1,902 mm |
| Height | 1,640 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,865 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,450 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 62 litres | 71 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 620 litres✓ | 483 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | — |
| Rear Tyre | 285/40R20 | — |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" 5-double-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" 5-double-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, with Integrated Boosters |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory & Heating | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split Folding with integrated 2-stage booster child seat cushions for the outer seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Rear Window Shades | Powered Sunshade for Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Audio | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 8 Speakers | 11.2" Central Display with Android Automotive OS, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity Audio System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Knob Twist |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Steering Assist |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360 Surround View Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used GLC & XC60 for sale
GLC vs XC60 FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLC or Volvo XC60 better?
The XC60 is better for performance, a longer warranty and driver-assistance hardware, with 246 hp and active cruise control with steering assist. Choose the GLC for its 620-litre boot, seven airbags and auto parking.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC costs RM329,888 and the Volvo XC60 costs RM328,888, so the GLC is RM1,000 more expensive.
Which SUV has the larger boot?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC has the larger boot at 620 litres. The Volvo XC60 has 483 litres, leaving the GLC with a 137-litre advantage.
