2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 Review

Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV

2025 Hyundai
Santa Fe HEV

MSRP*: $37,200 to $49,050
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLB 250

MSRP*: $44,650 to $46,650
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MPG - City 35 - 36 MPG 24 - 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy 34 - 35 MPG 32 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 79.6 ft3 62.0 ft3
Engine
  • 231-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 221-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 231 hp 221 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 190.2 in 182.4 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 72.2 in
Leg Room Front 44.4 in
Rear 41.5 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.1 in
Head Room Front 40.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 39.6 - 40.6 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV than in the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250. The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV 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.

Convenience
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, making it more convenient to drive.

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). Whether you pick the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV or the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, it's going to cost you about the same.

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

Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

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

Powertrain
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has much lower torque than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, 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 Santa Fe HEV and the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250. With the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.