2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 Review

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2023 Hyundai
Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid

MSRP*: $42,410 to $47,670
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLB 250

MSRP*: $44,650 to $46,650
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MPG - City Info not available 24 - 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 32 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 72.1 ft3 62.0 ft3
Engine
  • 261-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 221-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 261 hp 221 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 188.4 in 182.4 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 72.2 in
Leg Room Front 44.1 in
Rear 39.5 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.1 in
Head Room Front 39.5 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.0 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
The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250. The Hyundai Santa Fe 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 GLB 250.

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 Plug-In Hybrid will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid 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 Plug-In Hybrid, which is slightly longer than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid has a smaller turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

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

Powertrain
The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid has much lower torque than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, making the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.