Land Rover Discovery Sport vs Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe
Verdict
At RM396,226 versus RM425,888, the Discovery Sport is cheaper by RM29,662 and is the only seven-seater here. Its 237 hp/340 Nm petrol engine has the higher outputs, but the GLC Coupe is much quicker, doing 0-100 km/h in 6.3 seconds against 8.2, helped by its plug-in hybrid layout with a 31.2 kWh battery and 131 km EV range. The Mercedes also has the larger 545-litre boot. The Land Rover counters with a five-year warranty and 70-litre tank.
Discovery Sport
Pick the Land Rover Discovery Sport if you need seven seats, a lower price and the longer five-year warranty.
GLC Coupe
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe if you want plug-in hybrid running, a 131 km EV range and far stronger acceleration.
Key differences
- Price: Land Rover RM396,226; Mercedes-Benz RM425,888
- Seats: Land Rover 7; Mercedes-Benz 5
- Acceleration: Land Rover 0-100 km/h in 8.2 s; Mercedes-Benz 6.3 s
- Electrification: Land Rover no battery and 0 km EV range; Mercedes-Benz 31.2 kWh battery and 131 km EV range
- Boot space: Land Rover 479 L; Mercedes-Benz 545 L
- Warranty: Land Rover 5 years; Mercedes-Benz 4 years
Discovery Sport
- Seven seats in a compact executive SUV
- Higher petrol engine output: 237 hp and 340 Nm
- Five-year warranty and 70-litre fuel tank
- Slower 8.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- Smaller 479-litre boot
- No listed auto emergency braking
GLC Coupe
- Much quicker 6.3-second 0-100 km/h time
- 31.2 kWh battery gives 131 km EV range
- Larger 545-litre boot with auto emergency braking
- Costs RM29,662 more
- Five seats only
- Shorter four-year warranty
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 396,226✓ | RM 425,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Plug-in Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 237 hp✓ | 201 hp |
| Torque | 340 Nm✓ | 320 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.1 | 10 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 127 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 440 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | — | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | — | 31.2 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 131 km✓ |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Auto 9-Speed ZF EP2 | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 9 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.2 seconds | 6.3 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 8.3 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 199 km/h | 246 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 197 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,599 mm | 4,763 mm |
| Width | 2,173 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,724 mm | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,741 mm | 2,888 mm |
| Weight | 1,841 kg | 1,945 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | 62 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 479 litres | 545 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli Scorpion Verde | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United Kingdom (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated, Cross-drilled Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Terrain Response System (General, Grass/Gravel/Snow, Mud and Ruts, and Sand) | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-Xenon Projector | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam (Digital Light with Projection Function) |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | Manual reclining and sliding middle row with 60:40 Split-folding, Last Row 50:50 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Yes |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Last Row | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Manual Rear Door Window Shades |
| Audio | 8.0" Touchscreen system with 190 watt, 10-speaker Land Rover Audio System | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker Burmester Sound 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 Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot | Powered Boot with Hands-free Access |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 300,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/80,000 free maintenance | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 440 | RM 440 |
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.
Discovery Sport vs GLC Coupe FAQ
Is the Land Rover Discovery Sport or Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe better?
For family duty, the Land Rover Discovery Sport is the better fit because it has seven seats and a five-year warranty. For performance and electrified use, the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe is stronger, with 6.3-second acceleration and 131 km EV range.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe costs RM29,662 more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.
Which one is quicker?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe is quicker, taking 6.3 seconds from 0-100 km/h. The Land Rover Discovery Sport does the same sprint in 8.2 seconds.