Compare performance (243 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (34200 £ vs 23100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Kuga or Hyundai Kona?
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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £ , while the Ford Kuga costs 34200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11185 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Kuga manages with 2.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.60 L. The difference is about 1.80 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona performs convincingly better – achieving up to 514 km, about 446 km more than the Ford Kuga.
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 Ford Kuga has a somewhat edge – offering 243 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 25 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Kuga is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.30 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.80 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Kona performs barely noticeable better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Ford Kuga tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Kona pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 265 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Hyundai Kona is to a small extent lighter – 1370 kg compared to 1526 kg. The difference is around 156 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers a bit more room – 466 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 54 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Ford Kuga performs slightly better – up to 1534 L, which is about 234 L more than the Hyundai Kona.
When it comes to payload, Ford Kuga somewhat takes the win – 550 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.
The Hyundai Kona 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.
The Kuga is Ford’s adaptable family SUV that blends usable space with a surprisingly lively driving character, making daily commutes and weekend escapes equally enjoyable. With smart interior packaging, an easy-to-use infotainment setup and composed road manners, it’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a bit of fun without the fuss.
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.
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Price
34200 - 46300 £
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Price
23100 - 41600 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 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
68 km
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
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Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
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co2
55 - 154 g/km
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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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
1526 - 1859 kg
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Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
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Trunk capacity
412 L
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Length
4604 - 4645 mm
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Length
4350 - 4385 mm
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Width
1882 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1673 - 1681 mm
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Height
1580 - 1585 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1534 L
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Max trunk capacity
1300 L
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Payload
541 - 550 kg
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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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, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 243 HP
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Power HP
115 - 218 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
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Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
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Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
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Torque
240 Nm
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
111 - 178 kW
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Power kW
85 - 160 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Hyundai
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The Ford Kuga is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.