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Hyundai Tucson vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (31,300 £ vs 26,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Mercedes Sprinter Transporter?

Hyundai Tucson vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter: Key differences

Hyundai Tucson

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  • noticeably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • moderately cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
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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.

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is moderately cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the Hyundai Tucson costs 31,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,329 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Tucson uses 2.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 5.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers considerably more range – reaching up to 444 km, about 374 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

Sprinter Transporter

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 Hyundai Tucson offers noticeably more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 84 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter delivers moderately more torque with 450 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 71 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.

Seats: Hyundai Tucson offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is clearly lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 2,052 kg. The difference is around 510 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries considerably more – 2,641 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 2,096 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Tucson is barely ahead 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 Sprinter Transporter

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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 Sprinter Transporter

The Mercedes Sprinter is the dependable workhorse that makes light of heavy loads, blending smart practicality with a surprisingly carlike cabin that keeps drivers sane on long runs. With a range of configurations and a reputation for durability, it’s the van buyers turn to when they need something tough, clever and oddly enjoyable to drive.

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Hyundai Tucson
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
0 - 333 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Height
-
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
90 km/h
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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