2024 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53 Review

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2024 Hyundai
Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

MSRP*: $38,725 to $45,450
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
AMG GLE 53

MSRP*: $86,750 to $89,800
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MPG - City Info not available 18 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 22 - 23 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 71.8 ft3 74.9 ft3
Engine
  • 261-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 429-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 261 hp 429 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 182.3 in 194.4 - 195.3 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 79.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 39.5 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in
Head Room Front 38.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 38.7 - 39.5 in
Front 40.2 - 40.5 in
Rear 36.9 - 37.8 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.

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). Clearly, the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid is a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.

Handling
The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has a smaller turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53 is clearly the choice over the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has a lot less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.

Powertrain
The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has much lower torque than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, making the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has less cargo space than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.