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Mercedes B Class vs Hyundai i10 comparison

Compare performance (238 HP vs 90 HP), boot space and price (33,100 £ vs 14,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes B Class or Hyundai i10?

Mercedes B Class vs Hyundai i10: Key differences

Mercedes B Class

4.9 (6 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Hyundai i10

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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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

B Class

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai i10 is substantially cheaper – starting at 14,600 £ , while the Mercedes B Class costs 33,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,567 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai i10 uses 4.9 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Mercedes B Class with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

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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 B Class offers significantly more power – delivering 238 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 148 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes B Class is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Hyundai i10 takes 11.4 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes B Class delivers substantially more torque with 400 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 228 Nm more.

B Class

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i10 is considerably lighter – 996 kg compared to 1,405 kg. The difference is around 409 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes B Class offers significantly more boot space – 455 L compared to 252 L. That’s a difference of about 203 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes B Class carries markedly more – 550 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 127 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes B Class is decisively 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 £33,100
B Class

Mercedes B Class

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 238 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
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The Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.

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Reviews Mercedes B Class

4.9 (6 Reviews)
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SiBa
31 Jul 2026, 14:51:34

We've been driving only the B180D automatic for 9 years — there's nothing better. Great on long trips; the next one will be another B180D automatic.

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Peter
5 Mar 2026, 05:51:19

My wife and I have been driving a Mercedes W247 200d for seven years now, with 93,000 km on the clock. The car is very comfortable even on long trips and economical. At the last service the pads of the electric parking brake were replaced; otherwise no repairs. We love this car.

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The Hyundai i10 is a cheeky city car that squeezes big-car confidence into a pocket-friendly package, carving through tight streets with surprising composure and sensible practicality. For buyers after low fuss, sensible equipment and wallet-friendly running costs, it's a smart, no-nonsense pick that makes sense whether you're a first-time driver or need a reliable second car.

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Theo
9 Dec 2025, 19:15:09

Ideal A/B-class car. It has the price of a good A-class but the size and presence of a B-segment car. The annoying thing is that only a bike rack is allowed on the towbar (on my i10 from 2020 — the 2nd generation already after 2015). I’m still waiting for an iX10 version: a bit taller but otherwise the same.

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Mercedes B Class
Hyundai i10

Costs and Consumption
Price
33,100 - 52,500 £
Price
14,600 - 19,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
133 - 156 g/km
co2
110 - 124 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
36 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,405 - 1,565 kg
Curb weight
996 - 1,099 kg
Trunk capacity
445 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
252 L
Length
-
Length
3,670 - 3,675 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,680 mm
Height
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Height
1,480 - 1,483 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,050 L
Payload
515 - 550 kg
Payload
344 - 423 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 238 HP
Power HP
63 - 90 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 18.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
143 - 175 km/h
Torque
200 - 400 Nm
Torque
93 - 172 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 175 kW
Power kW
46 - 66 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,197 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Hyundai
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes B Class have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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