2023 Hyundai Kona EV vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Review

Picture of the 2023 Hyundai Kona EV

2023 Hyundai
Kona EV

MSRP*: $33,550 to $41,550
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Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300

2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLC 300

MSRP*: $47,450 to $57,000
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MPG - City Info not available 24 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 30 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 45.8 ft3 52.6 - 56.3 ft3
Engine
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 hp 255 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 3,500 - 5,291 lbs
Exterior Length 165.6 in 185.7 - 187.5 in
Exterior Width 70.9 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.5 in
Rear 33.4 in
Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Head Room Front 38.0 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 38.9 - 41.3 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.6 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 Kona EV than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The Hyundai Kona EV will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

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 Kona EV is a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Kona EV is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Hyundai Kona EV, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Handling
The Hyundai Kona EV has a significantly smaller turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, allowing you to much more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Hyundai Kona EV has a lot less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Powertrain
The Hyundai Kona EV has much lower torque than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai Kona EV and the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The Hyundai Kona EV has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.