Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus vs Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus 6.0 s Runner-up: 6.2 s
Power winner Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus 323 hp Runner-up: 258 hp
Cargo winner Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus 854 L Runner-up: 600 L
Price winner Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus $42,750 Runner-up: $48,950

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus against the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a plug-in hybrid powertrain and the other a petrol system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.0 seconds, compared with 6.2 seconds for 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC. 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has the higher listed output at 323 hp; 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC is rated at 258 hp, a difference of 65 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus at 500 Nm and 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC at 400 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 854 litres versus 600 litres, a difference of 254 litres. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC carries the higher towing rating at 2,400 kg, while 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus is listed at 1,588 kg. 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus is 230 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has the lower listed starting price at $42,750, compared with $48,950 for 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC. 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC2025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.0 s6.2 s
Top Speed200 km/h240 km/h
Power323 hp258 hp
Torque500 Nm400 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range42 km—
Battery17.8 kWh—
Fuel Tank58 L62 L
Efficiency2.5 L/100km8.4 L/100km
CO2 Emissions57 g/km191 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,946 mm4,716 mm
Ground Clearance195 mm190 mm
Cargo854 L600 L
Curb Weight2,090 kg1,895 kg
Towing1,588 kg2,400 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle12.0 m11.8 m
Starting MSRP$42,750$48,950

Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus vs Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus or the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.0 seconds, versus 6.2 seconds for 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus or the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC?

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC has the higher listed top speed at 240 km/h (149 mph), compared with 200 km/h (124 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus or the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has more power at 323 hp, a 65 hp advantage over 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus or the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has more listed cargo space at 854 litres (30.2 cu ft), versus 600 litres (21.2 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus or the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC?

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,400 kg (5,291 lb), compared with 1,588 kg (3,501 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus or the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus is heavier at 2,090 kg (4,608 lb), while 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC is listed at 1,895 kg (4,178 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus or the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $42,750 USD, compared with $48,950 USD for 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus or the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.