2024 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 Review

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2024 Hyundai
Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

MSRP*: $38,725 to $45,450
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLS 450

MSRP*: $87,000
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MPG - City Info not available 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 seats
Cargo Space 71.8 ft3 84.7 ft3
Engine
  • 261-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 375-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 375 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 182.3 in 205.0 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 79.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 39.5 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 41.9 in
Head Room Front 38.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 38.7 - 39.5 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 40.2 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 than in the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.

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 GLS 450, when considering MSRP.

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

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

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

Powertrain
The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has much lower torque than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, 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 GLS 450, making the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has less cargo space than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.