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Deepal S05 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC
Selected trimStandard278 mi · 69 kWh · £39,995
Selected trim400 4MATIC405 mi · 94 kWh · £61,100
At a glance
In this comparison, Deepal S05 leads on running costs and city driving, while the Mercedes-Benz GLC leads on family practicality.
Best value
Too close to call
Range & charging
Too close to call
Practicality
Too close to call
Which should you choose?
Choose the Deepal S05 if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Mercedes-Benz GLC if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Deepal S05 edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
Deepal
6.2
Mercedes-Benz
6
Too close to call
Motorway Range
Deepal
6.7
Mercedes-Benz
6.9
Too close to call
FamilyMercedes-Benz
Deepal
7.2
Mercedes-Benz
7.9
Charging
Deepal
8.2
Mercedes-Benz
8.2
Too close to call
Cost Per MileDeepal
Deepal
4.9
Mercedes-Benz
3.5
City DrivingDeepal
Deepal
4.1
Mercedes-Benz
2.5
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Mercedes-Benz GLC400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £39,995 (better) | £61,100 |
| Official range | 278 miles | 405 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 492 L | 520 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 15 min (better) | 22 min |
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec (better) | 6.9 sec |
Size Comparison
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Deepal S05
Mercedes-Benz GLC
Length
Deepal S054,620mm-225mm
Mercedes-Benz GLC4,845mm
Width
Deepal S051,900mm-13mm
Mercedes-Benz GLC1,913mm
Height
Deepal S051,600mm-44mm
Mercedes-Benz GLC1,644mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Mercedes-Benz GLC400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,620 mm | 4,845 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,900 mm (better) | 1,913 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,089 mm |
| Height | 1,600 mm | 1,644 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 12.1 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 500 mm spare (better) | 487 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Mercedes-Benz GLC400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 492 L | 520 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1250 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 159 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 2,400 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Deepal S05
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Mercedes-Benz GLC
- 405 mile WLTP range, longer than 100% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 330 kW, faster than 90% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- At 4,845 mm, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Deepal S05 Base |  Mercedes-Benz GLC 400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.62m | 4.84m+225mm |
| Width | 1.90m | 1.91m+13mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.09m |
| Height | 1.60m | 1.64m+44mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.88m | 2.97m+92mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 492L | 520L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1250L | Not available |
| Frunk | 159L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 12.1m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,940kg (better) | 2,581kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 2,400kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 69kWh | 94kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 278 mi | 405 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 200kW | 330kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £39,995 (better) | £61,100 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Mercedes-Benz GLC400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 278 miles | 405 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 231 miles | 297 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 15 min (better) | 22 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 200 kW | 330 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 164 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 69 kWh | 94 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | Mercedes-Benz GLC400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec (better) | 6.9 sec |
| Power | 320 kW | 360 kW (better) |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 800 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Deepal S05
Base
Mercedes-Benz GLC
400 4MATIC
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Deepal S05
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Deepal S05 Base
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant94%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users78%
Safety Assist76%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Mercedes-Benz GLC 400 4MATIC
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant92%
Child Occupant90%
Vulnerable Road Users74%
Safety Assist84%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Buying options
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Deepal S05
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Mercedes-Benz GLC
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLC worth the extra £21,105 over the Deepal S05?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC costs £21,105 more than the Deepal S05. For that premium it adds 127 miles more WLTP range, 130 kW faster peak rapid charging and 40 kW more power. The Deepal S05 is not just cheaper - it also offers a 1.4s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Deepal S05 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Deepal S05 or the Mercedes-Benz GLC?
The Deepal S05 is £21,105 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £168 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Deepal S05 comes out roughly £21,145 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Deepal S05 and Mercedes-Benz GLC like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 231 miles for the Deepal S05 and 297 miles for the Mercedes-Benz GLC - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Mercedes-Benz GLC goes roughly 66 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 15-22 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Deepal S05 or the Mercedes-Benz GLC?
The two are within 13 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 500 mm of total clearance for the Deepal S05 and about 487 mm of total clearance for the Mercedes-Benz GLC.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Deepal S05 or the Mercedes-Benz GLC?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Deepal S05 and 84% for the Mercedes-Benz GLC. That gives the Deepal S05 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Deepal S05's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Mercedes-Benz GLC's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
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