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Hyundai Nexo vs Mercedes B Class comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 238 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 33,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Nexo or Mercedes B Class?

Hyundai Nexo vs Mercedes B Class: Key differences

Hyundai Nexo

  • moderately more trunk space
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Mercedes B Class

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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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

Nexo

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes B Class is substantially cheaper – starting at 33,100 £ , while the Hyundai Nexo costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,785 £.

B 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 B Class offers a bit more power – delivering 238 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes B Class is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Hyundai Nexo takes 7.8 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes B Class delivers moderately more torque with 400 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Nexo

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, Mercedes B Class is clearly lighter – 1,405 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 550 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Nexo offers moderately more boot space – 510 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes B Class carries moderately more – 550 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes B Class is clearly superior 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.

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B Class

Mercedes B Class

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 238 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
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Hyundai Nexo

Hyundai Nexo looks like a quietly futuristic family car, gliding along with whisper-quiet refinement and a cabin that keeps long commutes pleasant. As a hydrogen-powered cruiser it delivers genuinely clean driving and a practical, slightly exotic alternative for buyers who want something clever without the fuss.

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Mercedes B Class

The Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.

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Reviews Mercedes B Class

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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Peter
5 Mar 2026, 05:51:19

My wife and I have been driving a Mercedes W247 200d for seven years now, with 93,000 km on the clock. The car is very comfortable even on long trips and economical. At the last service the pads of the electric parking brake were replaced; otherwise no repairs. We love this car.

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Hyundai Nexo
Mercedes B Class

Costs and Consumption
Price
59,900 - 66,500 £
Price
33,100 - 52,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
133 - 156 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
MPV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,955 kg
Curb weight
1,405 - 1,565 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
445 - 455 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
485 kg
Payload
515 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Hydrogen
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
116 - 238 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 Nm
Torque
200 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
85 - 175 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Hyundai Nexo offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai Nexo is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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