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Hyundai i10 vs Mercedes V Class comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (14,600 £ vs 48,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i10 or Mercedes V Class?

Hyundai i10 vs Mercedes V Class: Key differences

Hyundai i10

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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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Mercedes V Class

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai i10 is significantly cheaper – starting at 14,600 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,602 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai i10 uses 4.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.

V Class

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes V Class offers clearly more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 147 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes V Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Hyundai i10 takes 11.4 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes V Class delivers substantially more torque with 500 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 328 Nm more.

i10

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Mercedes V Class offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i10 is substantially lighter – 996 kg compared to 2,192 kg. The difference is around 1,196 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes V Class carries significantly more – 908 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 485 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai i10 holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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i10

Hyundai i10

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 63 - 90 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
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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 V Class

The V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on the school run.

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Mercedes V Class

Costs and Consumption
Price
14,600 - 19,000 £
Price
48,200 - 83,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
110 - 124 g/km
co2
187 - 232 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
36 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Bus
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
6
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
996 - 1,099 kg
Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
Trunk capacity
252 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
3,670 - 3,675 mm
Length
-
Width
1,680 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
1,480 - 1,483 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,050 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
344 - 423 kg
Payload
636 - 908 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
63 - 90 HP
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 18.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
143 - 175 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
93 - 172 Nm
Torque
370 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
46 - 66 kW
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,197 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i10 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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