Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Hyundai Tucson has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30600 £, while the Mercedes GLB costs 40500 £. That’s a price difference of around 9875 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Tucson manages with 1 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.60 L. The difference is about 4.60 L per 100 km.
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 GLB has a evident 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 GLB is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.90 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLB performs somewhat 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 GLB pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 400 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 21 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .
In curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is hardly perceptible lighter – 1542 kg compared to 1640 kg. The difference is around 98 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers slight more room – 620 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLB performs slight better – up to 1805 L, which is about 6 L more than the Hyundai Tucson.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson hardly perceptible takes the win – 545 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.
The Hyundai Tucson proves to be leaves the rival little chance 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 GLB is a practical compact SUV that mixes boxy, family-friendly space with premium German polish, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want usefulness without pretension. It drives with a confident, composed feel and somehow manages to look both rugged and refined — the grown-up SUV that still likes to have fun.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30600 - 46300 £
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Price
40500 - 65300 £
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Consumption L/100km
1 - 7.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 9 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
-
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
22 - 172 g/km
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co2
146 - 204 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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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
1640 - 1820 kg
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Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
565 - 570 L
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Length
4510 - 4535 mm
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Length
4634 - 4650 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Width
1834 - 1850 mm
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Height
1650 mm
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Height
1665 - 1692 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1721 - 1799 L
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Max trunk capacity
1800 - 1805 L
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Payload
523 - 545 kg
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Payload
500 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
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
5.5 - 11.5 s
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Max Speed
180 - 204 km/h
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Max Speed
188 - 250 km/h
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Torque
250 - 379 Nm
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Torque
230 - 400 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
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, F, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, 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.