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BMW X7 vs Hyundai Kona comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (91,300 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X7 or Hyundai Kona?

BMW X7 vs Hyundai Kona: Key differences

BMW X7

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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Hyundai Kona

4.6 (10 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly 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

X7

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the BMW X7 costs 91,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 67,714 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Kona uses 4.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW X7 with 8 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

Kona

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X7 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 X7 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X7 delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 485 Nm more.

X7

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: BMW X7 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is significantly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 2,490 kg. The difference is around 1,120 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X7 offers visibly more boot space – 750 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 284 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X7 carries noticeably more – 760 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 270 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Kona stands well ahead of its rival 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 X7
Hyundai Kona

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW X7

The BMW X7 sits at the top of BMW’s SUV range, wrapping executive-level luxury and a cavernous cabin in a bold, road-commanding package. It’s ideal for buyers who want first-class comfort and presence on the road — think chauffeur-level refinement without hiring one, though you’ll need a confident approach to parking.

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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 X7
Hyundai Kona

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,300 - 118,300 £
Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
Consumption L/100km
8 - 12.1 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
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Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
210 - 274 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
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,490 - 2,675 kg
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
750 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,000 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
680 - 760 kg
Payload
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
352 - 530 HP
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
520 - 750 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
259 - 390 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

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