2025 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 Review

Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe

2025 Hyundai
Santa Fe

MSRP*: $34,300 to $48,650
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2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLB 250

MSRP*: $45,800 to $47,800
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MPG - City 19 - 20 MPG 24 - 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 29 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 79.6 ft3 62.0 ft3
Engine
  • 277-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 221-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 277 hp 221 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 4,500 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 190.2 in 182.4 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 72.2 in
Leg Room Front 44.4 in
Rear 42.3 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.1 in
Head Room Front 40.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 39.6 - 40.6 in
Front 40.7 in
Rear 39.3 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Santa Fe than in the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250. The Hyundai Santa Fe will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Convenience
The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Hyundai Santa Fe, making it more convenient to drive.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Hyundai Santa Fe will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Santa Fe is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Hyundai Santa Fe, which is slightly longer than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe has the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Hyundai Santa Fe has a little more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Hyundai Santa Fe transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai Santa Fe and the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250. With the Hyundai Santa Fe, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.