Mercedes-Benz GLC vs Volvo XC60 (2026)
Mercedes-Benz GLC (₹77.00 Lakh – ₹99.85 Lakh) and Volvo XC60 (₹70.90 Lakh) go head-to-head in the luxury suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (October 2026).
- The Volvo XC60 is more affordable — it starts ₹6.10 Lakh lower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC.
- The Mercedes-Benz GLC is the more powerful car, with 415 bhp against 247 bhp.
Specification Comparison
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Mercedes-Benz GLC in short
The GLC is Mercedes-Benz India's best-selling SUV, and its formula is straightforward: petrol and diesel at the same ₹77.00 lakh price, 4MATIC all-wheel drive standard, and a 620-litre boot that beats most SUVs a class above. The AMG GLC 43 Coupé at ₹99.85 lakh adds a 421 PS performance flagship to the range. It fights the BMW X3 and Audi Q5 in the heart of the luxury SUV market.
Full GLC prices & variants →Volvo XC60 in short
The XC60 is Volvo's best-known model in India, refreshed in 2025 and sold as a single fully-loaded B5 AWD Ultra at ₹70.90 lakh — Volvo's current official figure for the MY2027 revision; some aggregators still show the older ₹69.60 lakh price. The 250 hp mild-hybrid petrol with AWD is the only powertrain. It fights the Mercedes GLC, BMW X3 and Audi Q5 in the heart of the midsize luxury SUV class, undercutting the GLC by about ₹6 lakh.
Full XC60 prices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: GLC or XC60?
The Volvo XC60 is more affordable — it starts ₹6.10 Lakh lower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC. (Ex-showroom prices, October 2026.)
GLC vs XC60 — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: Mercedes-Benz GLC — not yet tested; Volvo XC60 — not yet tested.
Should I buy the GLC or the XC60?
The Volvo XC60 is more affordable — it starts ₹6.10 Lakh lower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC. The Mercedes-Benz GLC is the more powerful car, with 415 bhp against 247 bhp. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.