Compare performance (110 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (10700 £ vs 23100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Sandero or Hyundai Kona?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Dacia Sandero has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 10700 £ , while the Hyundai Kona costs 23100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12352 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Kona manages with 4.60 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the Dacia Sandero with 5.30 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.
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 Hyundai Kona has a decisively edge – offering 218 HP compared to 110 HP. That’s roughly 108 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Kona is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.80 s, while the Dacia Sandero takes 10 s. That’s about 2.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Kona performs slightly better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Dacia Sandero tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 27 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Kona pulls noticeable stronger with 265 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Dacia Sandero is evident lighter – 1089 kg compared to 1370 kg. The difference is around 281 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers distinct more room – 466 L compared to 328 L. That’s a difference of about 138 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Kona performs slightly better – up to 1300 L, which is about 192 L more than the Dacia Sandero.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai Kona slightly takes the win – 490 kg compared to 436 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 kg.
The Hyundai Kona sits 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.
The Dacia Sandero is the everyman's hatchback — unpretentious, practical and brilliantly affordable, with sensible space and straightforward charm where it matters most. It won't wow in the premium lane, but for buyers who want honest, dependable transport without showroom theatrics, the Sandero is a clever, no‑nonsense pick that keeps running costs low and grin levels high.
detailsThe Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
10700 - 16700 £
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Price
23100 - 41600 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 7.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
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co2
105 - 140 g/km
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
32 - 50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1089 - 1209 kg
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Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
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Trunk capacity
328 L
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Length
4088 - 4099 mm
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Length
4350 - 4385 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1499 - 1535 mm
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Height
1580 - 1585 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1108 L
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Max trunk capacity
1300 L
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Payload
404 - 436 kg
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, LPG
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
67 - 110 HP
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Power HP
115 - 218 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10 - 16.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
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Max Speed
158 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
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Torque
95 - 200 Nm
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
49 - 81 kW
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Power kW
85 - 160 kW
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Engine capacity
999 cm3
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
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Brand
Dacia
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Brand
Hyundai
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The Dacia Sandero is available as Front-Wheel Drive.