Here's a great (and surprising!) comparison- Hyundai Genesis vs Mercedes E 350

Compare the Hyundai Genesis to a Mercedes?  Yes, yes you should.  Well, actually, you shouldn't, because we already have.  And the results might be surprising. 

 

Starting with the MSRP- ok, maybe that's not surprising.  The Genesis starts out at over $14,000 less than the Mercedes.  Beyond that, you can see the true value:

 

	2015 Hyundai Genesis	2015 Mercedes E350
MSRP	$38,950	$53,225
MECHANICAL INFORMATION
Base Engine	3.8 L	3.5 L

Cylinders	V6	V6
Drive Type	All Wheel Drive	Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel Type	Regular Unleaded	Premium Unleaded (Required)
Horsepower	311 hp @ 6000 rpm	302 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque	293 ft-lbs @ 4000 rpm	273 ft-lbs. @ 3500 rpm

Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	7-speed shiftable automatic
MEASUREMENTS
Front Head Room	41.1 in.	37.9 in.

Front Hip Room	55.7 in.	N/A
Front Leg Room	45.7 in.	41.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	58.3 in.	57.8 in.
Length	196.5 in.	192.1 in.
Wheel Base	118.5 in.	113.2 in.

The 2016 Hyundai Tuscon SE Combines Value with Substance

Hyundai is stoked about their upgraded 2016 Tuscon, and with good reason.  But while most of the attention goes to the "higher end" versions, the Eco, Sport, and Limited packages, the SE offers great value, even without some of the frills and LED lights.

The 175 horsepower 4-cylinder is just a slight step down from the turbo-charged engine in the more Sport and Limited versions, but not too much.  Just 11 hp less than the turbo models.

The interior of the Tuscon SE is also surprisingly attractive, comfortable, and quiet for the more basic model.  A nice, intuitive infotainment system provides all of the components you need without overdoing it with excessive controls.  There is plenty of cargo and storage space, with an adjustable cargo floor in the rear that you can adjust for a deeper well.

While other manufacturers tend to make their more "base" models look and feel cheap, Hyundai has done a great job with the 2016 Tuscon SE, and all with an MSRP of just under $24,000.