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Hyundai Tucson vs Mercedes CLA Coupe comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (20,900 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

Hyundai Tucson vs Mercedes CLA Coupe: Key differences

Hyundai Tucson

3.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • considerably 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:

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

Hyundai Tucson is considerably cheaper – starting at 20,900 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,739 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Tucson uses 2.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Coupe with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers considerably more range – reaching up to 791 km, about 721 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

CLA Coupe

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers moderately more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 66 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Coupe delivers visibly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 136 Nm more.

Tucson

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, Hyundai Tucson is very slightly lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 153 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers markedly more boot space – 620 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 215 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries a bit more – 545 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLA Coupe stands well ahead of its rival 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 £39,600
CLA Coupe

Mercedes CLA Coupe

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 156 - 354 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.2 - 12.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 542 - 791 km
Hyundai Tucson
Mercedes CLA Coupe

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 CLA Coupe

The Mercedes CLA Coupe cuts a rakish silhouette that blends sporty coupe lines with everyday practicality, giving style-minded buyers a premium image without shouting. Inside it feels more luxurious than its size suggests, with a slick cabin, intuitive tech and a composed ride — the kind of car that parties in the city and still shows up polished on Sunday morning.

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Hyundai Tucson
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,900 - 47,900 £
Price
39,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
542 - 791 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
430 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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