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Hyundai IONIQ 9 vs Mercedes-Benz VLE
Selected trimLong-Range RWDChange trim385 mi · 110.3 kWh · £64,995
Selected trim300Change trim397 mi · 115 kWh · Not available
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai IONIQ 9 leads on value for money, while the Mercedes-Benz VLE leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai IONIQ 9 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
Choose the Mercedes-Benz VLE if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Mercedes-Benz VLE wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueHyundai
Hyundai
5.5
Mercedes-Benz
0
Motorway RangeMercedes-Benz
Hyundai
7.1
Mercedes-Benz
8.5
FamilyMercedes-Benz
Hyundai
9.5
Mercedes-Benz
10
ChargingMercedes-Benz
Hyundai
7.1
Mercedes-Benz
9
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 9Long-Range RWD | Mercedes-Benz VLE300 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £64,995 | Not available |
| Official range | 385 miles | 397 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 338 L | Not available |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 24 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 9.4 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Length
Hyundai IONIQ 95,060mm-140mm
Mercedes-Benz VLE5,200mm
Width
Hyundai IONIQ 91,980mm
Mercedes-Benz VLE1,930mm-50mm
Height
Hyundai IONIQ 91,790mm-110mm
Mercedes-Benz VLE1,900mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 9Long-Range RWD | Mercedes-Benz VLE300 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,060 mm | 5,200 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,980 mm | 1,930 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,239 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,790 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.5 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 420 mm spare | 470 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 9Long-Range RWD | Mercedes-Benz VLE300 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 7 | 8 (better) |
| Boot space (seats up) | 338 L | Not available |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1990 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 88 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 1,500 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Hyundai IONIQ 9
- At 5,060 mm, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- A 88 L frunk, one of 12 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 88 L or more.
- 385 mile WLTP range, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
Mercedes-Benz VLE
- At 5,200 mm, longer than 95% of MPVs we track.
- Built on an 800 V architecture, one of 2 MPVs we track with a 700 V+ battery system.
- 397 mile WLTP range, longer than 100% of MPVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai IONIQ 9 Long-Range RWD |  Mercedes-Benz VLE 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5.06m | 5.20m+140mm |
| Width | 1.98m | 1.93m-50mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.24m | Not available |
| Height | 1.79m | 1.90m+110mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.13m | 3.43m+300mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 338L | Not available |
| Boot (seats down) | 1990L | Not available |
| Frunk | 88L | Not available |
| Seats | 7 | 8 (better) |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.5m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | 2,541kg | Not available |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 110.3kWh | 115kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 385 mi | 397 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 233kW | 315kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £64,995 | Not available |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | MPV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 9Long-Range RWD | Mercedes-Benz VLE300 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 385 miles | 397 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 321 miles | 331 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 24 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 233 kW | 315 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 10.5 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 110.3 kWh | 115 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NCMA | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 9Long-Range RWD | Mercedes-Benz VLE300 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.4 sec | Not available |
| Power | 160 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 480 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Hyundai IONIQ 9
Long-Range RWD
Mercedes-Benz VLE
300
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hyundai IONIQ 9 Long-Range RWD
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant84%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users77%
Safety Assist83%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Buying options
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Hyundai IONIQ 9
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Mercedes-Benz VLE
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Hyundai IONIQ 9
- £54,9992026Car360View
Mercedes-Benz VLE
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
What are the Hyundai IONIQ 9 and Mercedes-Benz VLE like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 321 miles for the Hyundai IONIQ 9 and 331 miles for the Mercedes-Benz VLE - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai IONIQ 9 or the Mercedes-Benz VLE?
The Mercedes-Benz VLE is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 50 mm narrower than the Hyundai IONIQ 9. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 470 mm of total clearance for the Mercedes-Benz VLE and about 420 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ 9.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Hyundai IONIQ 9 or the Mercedes-Benz VLE?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 89% battery health for the Hyundai IONIQ 9 and 84% for the Mercedes-Benz VLE. That gives the Hyundai IONIQ 9 a modest edge in retained real-world range. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .