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Hyundai Tucson vs Mercedes C-Class EQ comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 489 HP), boot space and price (31,300 £ vs 58,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Mercedes C-Class EQ?

Hyundai Tucson vs Mercedes C-Class EQ: Key differences

Hyundai Tucson

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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Mercedes C-Class EQ

  • substantially more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Tucson

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 Tucson is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,300 £ , while the Mercedes C-Class EQ costs 58,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,761 £.

As for electric range, the Mercedes C-Class EQ offers significantly more range – reaching up to 753 km, about 683 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

C-Class EQ

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes C-Class EQ offers substantially more power – delivering 489 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 201 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class EQ is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class EQ delivers substantially more torque with 800 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 421 Nm more.

Tucson

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 terms of curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is substantially lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 2,460 kg. The difference is around 918 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers noticeably more boot space – 620 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries only slightly more – 545 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C-Class EQ 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.

from £58,000
C-Class EQ

Mercedes C-Class EQ

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 489 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.3 - 15.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 706 - 753 km
Hyundai Tucson
Mercedes C-Class EQ

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Hyundai Tucson

The Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded compact SUV that blends modern styling with a comfortable, thoughtfully laid-out interior, making it appealing for daily driving and family use. It delivers a calm ride, a generous level of equipment for the price, and sensible practicality, so it's a smart choice if you want a straightforward, dependable crossover without fuss.

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Mercedes C-Class EQ

The Mercedes C‑Class EQ blends the familiar poise and luxury of the C‑Class with Mercedes' EQ electric ethos, delivering a quietly refined and modern driving experience. Inside, it pairs upscale materials and tech-forward touches with a composed ride that suits both city commuting and longer journeys.

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Hyundai Tucson
Mercedes C-Class EQ

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
Price
58,000 - 67,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.3 - 15.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
706 - 753 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Curb weight
2,460 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,892 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
489 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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