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Hyundai Tucson vs Mercedes S Class - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (252 HP vs 802 HP), boot space and price (30600 £ vs 97200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Mercedes S Class?

Hyundai Tucson

5 (2 Reviews)
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Mercedes S Class

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30600 £, while the Mercedes S Class costs 97200 £. That’s a price difference of around 66536 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Tucson manages with 1 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mercedes S Class with 2.30 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes S Class performs convincingly better – achieving up to 117 km, about 47 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

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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 S Class has a significantly edge – offering 802 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 550 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes S Class is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.90 s. That’s about 4.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes S Class performs to a small extent 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 S Class pulls convincingly stronger with 1430 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 1051 Nm difference.

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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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is distinct lighter – 1542 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 528 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers a bit more room – 620 L compared to 550 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes S Class evident takes the win – 730 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 185 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes S Class shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £97,200
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Mercedes S Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 336 - 802 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 13.2 L
  • Electric Range : 31 - 117 km
Hyundai Tucson
Mercedes S Class

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Hyundai Tucson

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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 S Class

The Mercedes S-Class wraps peerless comfort, whisper-quiet luxury and subtle tech wizardry into a chauffeur-ready package that still knows how to engage the driver. It’s the car for buyers who want to arrive relaxed, be taken seriously and occasionally enjoy a grin when the road reminds them this limousine can dance.

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Hyundai Tucson
Mercedes S Class
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Costs and Consumption

Price
30600 - 46300 £
Price
97200 - 204400 £
Consumption L/100km
1 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 13.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
64 - 70 km
Electric Range
31 - 117 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
10.40 kWh
co2
22 - 172 g/km
co2
52 - 301 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 76 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1542 - 1889 kg
Curb weight
2070 - 2650 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
325 - 550 L
Length
4510 - 4535 mm
Length
5179 - 5469 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1921 - 1954 mm
Height
1650 mm
Height
1503 - 1515 mm
Max trunk capacity
1721 - 1799 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
523 - 545 kg
Payload
420 - 730 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 252 HP
Power HP
336 - 802 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
180 - 204 km/h
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
500 - 1430 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 12
Power kW
100 - 185 kW
Power kW
247 - 590 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
2989 - 5980 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Hyundai Tucson?

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.