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BMW X2 vs Hyundai Kona comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (41,700 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X2 or Hyundai Kona?

BMW X2 vs Hyundai Kona: Key differences

BMW X2

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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Hyundai Kona

4.6 (10 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly 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

X2

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the BMW X2 costs 41,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,086 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW X2 uses 4.5 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

Kona

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X2 offers markedly more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 96 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X2 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X2 delivers markedly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm more.

X2

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 visibly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,645 kg. The difference is around 275 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X2 offers slightly more boot space – 560 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 94 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X2 carries very slightly more – 510 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Kona is narrowly ahead 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 £23,600
Kona

Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.6 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 380 - 510 km
BMW X2
Hyundai Kona

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW X2

The BMW X2 feels like a sporty coupe dressed as an SUV, with sharp styling and a cheeky, youthful attitude that stands out in traffic. Inside it's driver-focused and compact but smartly packaged, perfect for city life and buyers who want BMW flair without the usual SUV bulk.

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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 X2
Hyundai Kona

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,700 - 59,600 £
Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 7.7 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
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Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
118 - 174 g/km
co2
0 - 163 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,645 - 1,780 kg
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
515 - 560 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
495 - 510 kg
Payload
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
280 - 400 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Hyundai
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