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Mercedes G-Class vs Hyundai Tucson comparison

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?

Mercedes G-Class vs Hyundai Tucson: Key differences

Mercedes G-Class

  • considerably more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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Hyundai Tucson

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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially 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

G-Class

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Tucson

Engine and Performance:

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.

G-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 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £106,600
G-Class

Mercedes G-Class

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 387 - 605 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 28 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 479 km
Mercedes G-Class
Hyundai Tucson

Costs and Consumption

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Engine and Performance

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Dimensions and Body

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Mercedes G-Class

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.

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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 G-Class
Hyundai Tucson

Costs and Consumption

Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
479 km
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
62 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
1,865 mm
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
Payload
518 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Hyundai
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