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Audi Q5 vs Hyundai Kona comparison

Compare performance (367 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (46,400 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q5 or Hyundai Kona?

Audi Q5 vs Hyundai Kona: Key differences

Audi Q5

4.4 (6 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately more trunk space
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Hyundai Kona

4.4 (7 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Q5

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Hyundai Kona is considerably cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Audi Q5 costs 46,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,800 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q5 uses 2.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers clearly more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 410 km more than the Audi Q5.

Kona

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q5 offers significantly more power – delivering 367 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q5 delivers considerably more torque with 580 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 315 Nm more.

Q5

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is clearly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,910 kg. The difference is around 540 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q5 offers moderately more boot space – 520 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 54 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q5 carries a bit more – 565 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q5 holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £46,400
Q5

Audi Q5

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 367 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.5 - 8.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range 92 - 100 km
Audi Q5
Hyundai Kona

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi Q5

The Audi Q5 is a refined compact luxury SUV that blends a plush, well-appointed interior with confident, composed handling suited to everyday driving. It’s a strong choice if you want a comfortable, technology-rich cabin and a practical, upscale package that feels polished on both city streets and longer trips.

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Hyundai Kona

The Hyundai Kona is a compact crossover that pairs bold styling with practical everyday usability, offering a comfortable cabin and intuitive tech for modern drivers. Available in both conventional and electrified versions, Kona brings lively handling and strong value for buyers who want crossover versatility and standout character.

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Audi Q5
Hyundai Kona

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,400 - 79,600 £
Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
92 - 100 km
Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
56 - 189 g/km
co2
0 - 163 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,910 - 2,245 kg
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
433 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
490 - 565 kg
Payload
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
340 - 580 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Hyundai
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