Compare performance (605 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 31,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G-Class or Hyundai Tucson?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Hyundai Tucson is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,300 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 75,313 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Tucson uses 2.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes G-Class with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 6 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes G-Class offers considerably more range – reaching up to 479 km, about 409 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes G-Class offers considerably more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 317 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G-Class is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers substantially more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 785 Nm more.
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 Tucson is substantially lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 943 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G-Class offers marginally more boot space – 640 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G-Class carries clearly more – 715 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 170 kg.
The Mercedes G-Class leads convincingly 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.
The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.
detailsThe 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
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Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
479 km
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Electric Range
63 - 70 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 336 g/km
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co2
62 - 172 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
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Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
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Trunk capacity
640 L
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Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
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Width
1,865 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
115 - 715 kg
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Payload
518 - 545 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
387 - 605 HP
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
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Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
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Torque
250 - 379 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
285 - 445 kW
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Hyundai
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