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Hyundai Tucson vs Mercedes GLC EQ comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 489 HP), boot space and price (20,900 £ vs 61,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Mercedes GLC EQ?

Hyundai Tucson vs Mercedes GLC EQ: Key differences

Hyundai Tucson

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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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Mercedes GLC EQ

  • substantially more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • substantially 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 20,900 £ , while the Mercedes GLC EQ costs 61,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,201 £.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC EQ offers substantially more range – reaching up to 714 km, about 644 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

GLC EQ

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 GLC 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 GLC EQ is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLC EQ delivers significantly 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 considerably lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 2,535 kg. The difference is around 993 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers marginally more boot space – 620 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries very 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 GLC 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 £61,100
GLC EQ

Mercedes GLC EQ

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 489 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 645 - 714 km
Hyundai Tucson
Mercedes GLC EQ

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Hyundai Tucson

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 GLC EQ

The Mercedes GLC EQ brings an electrified touch to Mercedes’ compact luxury SUV line, combining a quiet, refined ride with the comfort and polish you expect from the brand. It’s a smart choice for buyers who want premium materials and everyday practicality while reducing fuel use, though it leans more toward comfort than sporty handling.

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Hyundai Tucson
Mercedes GLC EQ

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,900 - 47,900 £
Price
61,100 - 70,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
645 - 714 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Curb weight
2,535 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,913 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
4.3 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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