2025 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Review

Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

2025 Hyundai
Sonata Hybrid

MSRP*: $31,000 to $37,450
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Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

2024 Mercedes-Benz
C-Class

MSRP*: $46,950 to $48,950
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MPG - City 44 MPG 23 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 51 MPG 33 - 36 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 192-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 192 hp 255 hp
Exterior Length 193.3 in 187.0 in
Exterior Width 73.2 in 74.4 in
Leg Room Front 46.1 in
Rear 34.8 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 36.0 in
Head Room Front 37.8 - 40.0 in
Rear 37.4 - 38.4 in
Front 40.0 in
Rear 37.5 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid offers rear passengers about the same space to stretch out as the Mercedes-Benz C-Class with comparable rear head- and legroom in both vehicles. The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid as you will with the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Based on MSRP, the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is clearly a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.

Dimensions
The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is a little narrower than the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, which is slightly longer than the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.

Handling
The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid has a smaller turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is significantly less powerful than the Mercedes-Benz C-Class. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.

Powertrain
The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid has much less torque than the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.