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Hyundai i10 vs Mercedes E-Class Estate comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (14,600 £ vs 52,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i10 or Mercedes E-Class Estate?

Hyundai i10 vs Mercedes E-Class Estate: Key differences

Hyundai i10

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • considerably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

i10

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai i10 is significantly cheaper – starting at 14,600 £ , while the Mercedes E-Class Estate costs 52,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,070 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E-Class Estate uses 1.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Hyundai i10 with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.

E-Class Estate

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers considerably more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 495 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E-Class Estate is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Hyundai i10 takes 11.4 s. That’s about 7.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class Estate delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 578 Nm more.

i10

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i10 is considerably lighter – 996 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 904 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers significantly more boot space – 615 L compared to 252 L. That’s a difference of about 363 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class Estate carries clearly more – 645 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 222 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E-Class Estate is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £52,600
E-Class Estate

Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 97 - 109 km
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Hyundai i10

The Hyundai i10 is a cheeky city car that squeezes big-car confidence into a pocket-friendly package, carving through tight streets with surprising composure and sensible practicality. For buyers after low fuss, sensible equipment and wallet-friendly running costs, it's a smart, no-nonsense pick that makes sense whether you're a first-time driver or need a reliable second car.

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Reviews Hyundai i10

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Theo
9 Dec 2025, 19:15:09

Ideal A/B-class car. It has the price of a good A-class but the size and presence of a B-segment car. The annoying thing is that only a bike rack is allowed on the towbar (on my i10 from 2020 — the 2nd generation already after 2015). I’m still waiting for an iX10 version: a bit taller but otherwise the same.

Mercedes E-Class Estate

The E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.

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Mercedes E-Class Estate

Costs and Consumption
Price
14,600 - 19,000 £
Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
110 - 124 g/km
co2
44 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
36 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
996 - 1,099 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Trunk capacity
252 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Length
3,670 - 3,675 mm
Length
-
Width
1,680 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
1,480 - 1,483 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,050 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
344 - 423 kg
Payload
540 - 645 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
63 - 90 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 18.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
143 - 175 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
93 - 172 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
46 - 66 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,197 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i10 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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