Mercedes-Benz GLC vs Volvo XC90 (2026)
Mercedes-Benz GLC (₹77.00 Lakh – ₹99.85 Lakh) and Volvo XC90 (₹98.80 Lakh) go head-to-head in the luxury suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (October 2026).
- The Mercedes-Benz GLC is more affordable — it starts ₹21.80 Lakh lower than the Volvo XC90.
- The Mercedes-Benz GLC is the more powerful car, with 415 bhp against 247 bhp.
Specification Comparison
Shortlisting a third car? See the full three-way comparison →
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 XC90 in short
The XC90 is Volvo's seven-seat flagship, sold in India in its 2025-facelift form as a single fully-loaded variant: the B5 AWD Ultra at ₹98.80 lakh, powered by a 250 hp 2.0L mild-hybrid petrol. That one-variant strategy makes it the only sub-₹1-crore seven-seat flagship from a European luxury brand — the Mercedes GLS and BMW X7 both start well above. Volvo's safety-first engineering is the brand's calling card, and the electric EX90 flagship is slated to join it in India with a launch set for October 12.
Full XC90 prices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: GLC or XC90?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC is more affordable — it starts ₹21.80 Lakh lower than the Volvo XC90. (Ex-showroom prices, October 2026.)
GLC vs XC90 — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: Mercedes-Benz GLC — not yet tested; Volvo XC90 — not yet tested.
Should I buy the GLC or the XC90?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC is more affordable — it starts ₹21.80 Lakh lower than the Volvo XC90. 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.