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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Hyundai Kona comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Hyundai Kona?

BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Hyundai Kona: Key differences

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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Hyundai Kona

4.6 (10 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • slightly 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

3 Series Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai Kona is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,371 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers significantly more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 409 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.

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 BMW 3 Series Saloon offers substantially more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 326 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 435 Nm more.

3 Series Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is slightly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 205 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers marginally more boot space – 480 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 14 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 3 Series Saloon carries marginally more – 495 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 3 Series Saloon is clearly superior overall 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 £39,900
3 Series Saloon

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 96 - 101 km
BMW 3 Series Saloon
Hyundai Kona

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 3 Series Saloon

The BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.

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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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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Hyundai Kona

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
co2
0 - 163 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
405 - 495 kg
Payload
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Hyundai
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