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Hyundai Tucson vs Mercedes A-Class – Differences & prices compared

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?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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.

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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 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.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who wins the race?

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.

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Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 252 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 64 - 70 km

Hyundai Tucson

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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.

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Mercedes A-Class

The 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

Price
30600 - 46300 £
Price
32300 - 55600 £
Consumption L/100km
1 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
64 - 70 km
Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
22 - 172 g/km
co2
53 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1542 - 1889 kg
Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
4510 - 4535 mm
Length
4428 - 4447 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1796 mm
Height
1650 mm
Height
1407 - 1423 mm
Max trunk capacity
1721 - 1799 L
Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
Payload
523 - 545 kg
Payload
475 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 252 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
180 - 204 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 185 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Hyundai Tucson?

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.