Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Mercedes A-Class?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Hyundai Tucson has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30600 £, while the Mercedes A-Class costs 32300 £. That’s a price difference of around 1628 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Tucson manages with 1 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mercedes A-Class with 2.30 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.
As for range, the Mercedes A-Class performs somewhat better – achieving up to 85 km, about 15 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.
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 A-Class has a noticeable edge – offering 320 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A-Class is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.90 s. That’s about 3.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A-Class performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Hyundai Tucson tops out at 204 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A-Class pulls to a small extent stronger with 450 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 71 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mercedes A-Class is hardly perceptible lighter – 1440 kg compared to 1542 kg. The difference is around 102 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers significantly more room – 620 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 270 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Tucson performs evident better – up to 1799 L, which is about 609 L more than the Mercedes A-Class.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson somewhat takes the win – 545 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.
The Hyundai Tucson proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Hyundai Tucson is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.
detailsThe Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30600 - 46300 £
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Price
32300 - 55600 £
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Consumption L/100km
1 - 7.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
64 - 70 km
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Electric Range
85 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
22 - 172 g/km
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co2
53 - 188 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1542 - 1889 kg
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Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
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Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Length
4510 - 4535 mm
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Length
4428 - 4447 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Height
1650 mm
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Height
1407 - 1423 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1721 - 1799 L
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Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
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Payload
523 - 545 kg
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Payload
475 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual 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
136 - 252 HP
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
180 - 204 km/h
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Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
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Torque
250 - 379 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 185 kW
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, F, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.