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Hyundai Santa Fe vs Mercedes B Class comparison
Compare performance (288 HP vs 238 HP), boot space and price (51,700 £ vs 33,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or Mercedes B Class?
Hyundai Santa Fe vs Mercedes B Class: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Santa Fe
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.
Mercedes B Class is substantially cheaper – starting at 33,100 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,599 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Santa Fe uses 3.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes B Class with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.
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 Hyundai Santa Fe offers somewhat more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 238 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes B Class is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 8 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes B Class delivers only slightly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.
Santa Fe
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Hyundai Santa Fe offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes B Class is clearly lighter – 1,405 kg compared to 1,920 kg. The difference is around 515 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers visibly more boot space – 704 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 249 L.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Santa Fe carries moderately more – 665 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Hyundai Santa Fe holds a solid 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.
from £51,700
Hyundai Santa Fe
Hyundai Santa Fe
Mercedes B Class
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Hyundai Santa Fe
The Hyundai Santa Fe blends practical family friendliness with a hint of premium style, offering roomy, sensible packaging wrapped in modern, confident design. Inside it serves up comfortable seats, straightforward tech and a calm, composed ride that makes daily drives feel a little more grown up — a solid all‑rounder that doesn’t try to be flashy.
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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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Hyundai Santa Fe
Mercedes B Class
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
51,700 - 59,100 £
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Price
33,100 - 52,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
54 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
90 - 162 g/km
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co2
133 - 156 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
MPV
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,920 - 2,165 kg
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Curb weight
1,405 - 1,565 kg
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Trunk capacity
621 - 704 L
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Trunk capacity
445 - 455 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
1,796 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
560 - 665 kg
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Payload
515 - 550 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
239 - 288 HP
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Power HP
116 - 238 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
380 Nm
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Torque
200 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
176 - 212 kW
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Power kW
85 - 175 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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