Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d
Suv · Diesel
vs
Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid
Suv · Hybrid
Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d
Car A
Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d balances family practicality with long-distance efficiency, pairing 5.9 L/100km consumption with a 550 L trunk. Best for growing families and road trips with strong safety signals, while outright performance and winter prowess are not its focus.
5 seatsSuvDiesel5-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 same body typesame ranking profilesame seatsstrong ranking match

Usage fit

Family 75 / 77
City 47 / 54
Budget / value 57 / 70
Road trip 57 / 51
Performance 28 / 30
Cargo 38 / 41
Practical 57 / 62
Premium 50 / 27
Winter 36 / 36

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

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d

  • Efficient for its class at 5.9 L/100km, easing fuel stops on long trips
  • 550 L trunk and 5 seats suit everyday family duties and luggage
  • Safety ranks highly among its strengths in our signals
  • 400 Nm torque and 194 hp enable relaxed highway cruising and confident overtakes

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 GLC 220d if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d 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 194 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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