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Land Rover Range Rover Velar vs Mercedes-Benz GLC — Side by side
Detailed face-off between the Land Rover Range Rover Velar and the Mercedes-Benz GLC: price, full specs, equipment, pros and watch-outs. Updated 2026.
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The Land Rover Range Rover Velar is 10% more expensive than the Mercedes-Benz GLC (MAD 869,000 vs MAD 789,000).
Editorial verdict
Which should you pick?
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Spec sheet comparison
| — | Land Rover Range Rover Velar | Mercedes-Benz GLC |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Body | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | Plug-in hybrid | Hybrid |
| Gearbox | Automatic | Automatic |
| Power | 404 ch | 258 ch |
| Consumption | 1.8 L/100 km | 7.1 L/100 km |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Entry price | MAD 869,000 | MAD 789,000 |
| Top trim price | MAD 1,099,000 | MAD 989,000 |
Pros and watch-outs
Land RoverRange Rover Velar
Pros
- Purest coupé-SUV silhouette in segment — iconic Range Rover lines
- Stacked dual 11.4" + 12.3" cluster cabin — Velar design invented in 2017
- P400e PHEV: 62 km EV + electric 4WD (404 hp combined, 0-100 in 5.3 s)
- Standard permanent 4WD + 4-mode Terrain Response
- Optional adjustable air suspension (213-251 mm ground clearance)
Watch-outs
- 869k MAD entry price — vs Volvo XC60 619-789k for comparable specs
- ~55% resale at 3 years — below Macan (65%), GLE Coupé (60%)
- 2027 redesign announced on EMA platform — current resale will be affected
Mercedes-BenzGLC
Pros
- 4MATIC standard from entry trim — rare in premium C-SUV
- GLC 300 e PHEV: 130 km EV range — best in segment
- C-Class cabin in SUV form (11.9" screen + 12.3" cluster)
- 620 L boot (1,680 L seats folded) — much better than GLA
- ~60% resale at 3 years — very solid
Watch-outs
- GLC 300 e price passes 950k with options — close to 1 MDH
- No 6-cylinder version in the MA catalogue (only in AMG GLC 43 and 63)
- MHEV gasoline 9-10 L/100 km in real urban cycle (vs ~7 PHEV in hybrid mode)
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Mercedes-BenzGLC
Frequently asked — Land Rover Range Rover Velar vs Mercedes-Benz GLC
Land Rover Range Rover Velar or Mercedes-Benz GLC: which to pick in Morocco 2026?
It depends on your profile. If your top criterion is overall budget, look at the Mercedes-Benz GLC (entry MAD 789,000). If you prioritise the engine or standard equipment, compare the spec sheet above line by line. For purely urban use in Morocco, fuel consumption and exterior size matter more than power; for long Casa-Tanger or Casa-Marrakech trips, power and motorway comfort become decisive.
What's the price gap between the Land Rover Range Rover Velar and the Mercedes-Benz GLC?
The Land Rover Range Rover Velar starts at MAD 869,000 versus MAD 789,000 for the Mercedes-Benz GLC, a 10% gap at entry. On top trims, the gap may close or invert — check each model's detailed page for the exact figure on the trim you're considering.
Which one holds value better when sold used?
In Morocco, Japanese and German C-SUVs (Toyota RAV4, VW Tiguan) typically retain 65-70% of their new price at 3 years, ahead of Chinese brands and newer SUVs that plateau around 55-60%. For an exact figure on your model, run the estimator at the top of each model page — it computes median + p25-p75 range based on the year and mileage you enter.
Where can the Land Rover Range Rover Velar and Mercedes-Benz GLC be test-driven in Morocco?
Both models are sold through their importers' official dealer networks in Morocco. For the latest list with addresses and phone numbers, see each model's /neuf/ page — every page lists the official importer and helps you find the nearest dealer to your city.