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Mercedes-Benz CLA 220
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Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid
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Mercedes-Benz CLA 220
Car A
Mercedes-Benz CLA 220
A well-rounded compact for families who want efficient petrol running and brisk everyday pace at good value in its segment. Efficiency and safety strengths balance a modest cargo area and a focus on everyday use rather than track performance.
5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety
Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid
Car B
Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid
The Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid prioritizes family practicality and efficiency, pairing a usable 50 km electric range with very low stated consumption. Strong safety signals and generous cargo space make it a sensible everyday choice over performance-leaning options.
5 seatsSuvHybrid5-star safety1.6 L/100km265 hpHybrid
Why compared better on fuelbetter valuecomparison picksame body typesame ranking profilesame seats

Usage fit

Family 69 / 77
City 48 / 54
Budget / value 63 / 70
Road trip 50 / 51
Performance 26 / 30
Cargo 30 / 41
Practical 51 / 62
Premium 46 / 27
Winter 36 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz CLA 220 · Orange = Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz CLA 220 Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz CLA 220

  • Efficient for its class at 6.5 L/100 km, easing commuting costs
  • Quick 0–100 km/h in 6.0 s for confident merging and passing
  • Seats 5 with a usable 400-liter trunk for daily family needs
  • Priced at 35,800, offering good value in its segment

Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid

  • Efficient for its class with a 1.6 combined consumption rating
  • 50 km electric range covers many commutes when you can charge
  • 600-liter cargo area and five seats fit growing families
  • Strong safety standing in our rankings

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLA 220 if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Mercedes-Benz CLA 220 is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid if…
More power
Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid puts out 265 hp vs 190 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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