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Hyundai Tucson vs Mercedes CLE Coupe comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (31,300 £ vs 59,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Mercedes CLE Coupe?

Hyundai Tucson vs Mercedes CLE Coupe: Key differences

Hyundai Tucson

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mercedes CLE Coupe

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • barely more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • somewhat 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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai Tucson is considerably cheaper – starting at 31,300 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 59,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,495 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Coupe uses 2.2 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Hyundai Tucson with 2.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLE Coupe offers clearly more range – reaching up to 113 km, about 43 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

CLE 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 CLE Coupe offers barely more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 25 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Coupe is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Coupe delivers visibly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 171 Nm more.

Tucson

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 Tucson offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is considerably lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 633 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers clearly more boot space – 620 L compared to 290 L. That’s a difference of about 330 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries visibly more – 545 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Tucson leads convincingly 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 £31,300
Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 63 - 70 km
Hyundai Tucson
Mercedes CLE Coupe

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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 CLE Coupe

The Mercedes CLE Coupe slides between sporty and sophisticated with a swooping silhouette that turns heads without shouting, and a cabin that feels both luxurious and intelligently laid out. It’s ideal for buyers who want grand-tourer comfort with a playful driving character—chic enough for the weekend, sensible enough for the daily run, and guaranteed to spark a few “what is that?” conversations.

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Hyundai Tucson
Mercedes CLE Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
113 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
49 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Curb weight
2,175 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
290 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
405 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
230 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,999 cm3

General

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