2024 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e Review

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2024 Hyundai
Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

MSRP*: $38,725 to $45,450
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2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLE 450e

MSRP*: $71,350
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 71.8 ft3 74.9 ft3
Engine
  • 261-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 381-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 261 hp 381 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 182.3 in 194.3 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 76.7 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 40.5 in
Rear 36.9 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 Tucson Plug-In Hybrid offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e. 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 GLE 450e.

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 GLE 450e, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e, 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 GLE 450e.

Handling
The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has a smaller turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e 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 GLE 450e.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid and the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e. The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has less cargo space than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.