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Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid SEL
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Mercedes-Benz GLB 250e
Suv · Phev
Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid SEL
Car A
Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid SEL
The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid SEL prioritizes efficiency and everyday usefulness, pairing a 51 km EV range with 2.6 combined consumption. Strong 265 hp performance helps in daily driving, but the very small 102 L cargo area curbs versatility.
5 seatsSuvHybrid5-star safety265 hpHybrid
Mercedes-Benz GLB 250e
Car B
Mercedes-Benz GLB 250e
The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250e is a plug-in hybrid five-seater that suits growing families, pairing everyday practicality (495-liter trunk) with very low combined consumption. It delivers brisk 0–100 km/h in 6.9 seconds, but isn’t aimed at performance or cargo-heavy use.
5 seatsSuvPhev5-star safety1.8 L/100kmPlug-in hybrid
Why compared better on fuelcomparison picksame body typesame powertrainsame seatsstep-up price

Usage fit

Family 62 / 64
City 53 / 52
Budget / value 67 / 48
Road trip 44 / 58
Performance 30 / 26
Cargo 16 / 35
Practical 51 / 46
Premium 29 / 50
Winter 36 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid SEL · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLB 250e

Specs side-by-side

Spec Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid SEL Mercedes-Benz GLB 250e
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid SEL

  • Efficient for its class: 2.6 combined consumption plus 51 km electric range for city commutes.
  • 265 hp and 8.0 s 0–100 km/h give confident acceleration.
  • Five seats suit small families and rideshares.
  • Good value in its segment at about 41,000 for a plug-in hybrid.

Mercedes-Benz GLB 250e

  • Very low combined consumption (1.8) for efficient daily driving
  • Five seats and a 495-liter trunk cover typical family needs
  • 218 hp and 450 Nm deliver confident acceleration (0–100 km/h in 6.9 s)
  • Capable on highways with a 210 km/h top speed and strong mid-range pull

Verdict

Pick Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid SEL if…
Lower entry price
Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid SEL starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Mercedes-Benz GLB 250e if…
Performance & capability
Mercedes-Benz GLB 250e is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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