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Hyundai i20 vs Mercedes EQE comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (18,800 £ vs 57,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i20 or Mercedes EQE?

Hyundai i20 vs Mercedes EQE: Key differences

Hyundai i20

4.2 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes EQE

4.5 (6 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly 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.

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

i20

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Hyundai i20 is considerably cheaper – starting at 18,800 £ , while the Mercedes EQE costs 57,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,774 £.

EQE

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes EQE offers substantially more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 535 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQE is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.5 s. That’s about 8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQE delivers clearly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 778 Nm more.

i20

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 i20 is clearly lighter – 1,145 kg compared to 2,375 kg. The difference is around 1,230 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQE offers slightly more boot space – 430 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 78 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQE carries visibly more – 600 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 135 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQE stands well ahead of its rival 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 £57,600
EQE

Mercedes EQE

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 265 - 625 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.8 - 20.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 502 - 691 km
Hyundai i20
Mercedes EQE

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Hyundai i20

The Hyundai i20 is a cheeky small car that mixes smart styling with sensible practicality, feeling more polished and roomy than you might expect for the money. It’s an easy car to live with, offering engaging handling, a comfy cabin and useful equipment that make daily commutes and weekend errands notably less dull.

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Mercedes EQE

The Mercedes EQE glides like a silk-wrapped saloon from the future, pairing whisper-quiet refinement with a high-tech cabin that feels both modern and indulgent. For buyers who want electric luxury without shouting about it, the EQE is composed, comfortably confident, and just smug enough to feel special.

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Hyundai i20
Mercedes EQE

Costs and Consumption

Price
18,800 - 24,400 £
Price
57,600 - 94,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
502 - 691 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
90.5 - 96 kWh
co2
128 - 129 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,145 - 1,170 kg
Curb weight
2,375 - 2,540 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
430 L
Length
-
Length
4,946 - 4,964 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,961 mm
Height
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Height
1,492 - 1,510 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
455 - 465 kg
Payload
545 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
90 HP
Power HP
265 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
210 - 220 km/h
Torque
172 Nm
Torque
550 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
66 kW
Power kW
195 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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