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Honda ZR-V vs Hyundai Kona – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda ZR-V or Hyundai Kona?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

ZR-V @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £, while the Honda ZR-V costs 36800 £. That’s a price difference of around 13714 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Kona manages with 4.60 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Honda ZR-V with 5.70 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

Kona @ Hyundai Motor Company

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 Hyundai Kona has a a bit edge – offering 218 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 7.80 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Kona performs slightly better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Honda ZR-V tops out at 173 km/h. The difference is around 37 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Honda ZR-V pulls slightly stronger with 315 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

ZR-V @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

Space and Everyday Use:

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 evident lighter – 1370 kg compared to 1660 kg. The difference is around 290 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers slightly more room – 466 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 86 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Honda ZR-V performs slight better – up to 1312 L, which is about 12 L more than the Hyundai Kona.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Kona minimal takes the win – 490 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Hyundai Kona proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Hyundai Kona is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £23,100
Kona @ Hyundai Motor Company

Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 218 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 16.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 377 - 514 km

Honda ZR-V

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The Honda ZR-V blends smart practicality with sharper styling than you might expect, giving buyers a calm, competent companion for daily life. Inside it's comfortable and cleverly laid out, easy to live with and never trying too hard to be exciting.

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Hyundai Kona

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The 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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Honda ZR-V
Hyundai Kona
ZR-V @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
Kona @ Hyundai Motor Company

Costs and Consumption

Price
36800 - 40400 £
Price
23100 - 41600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 5.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
co2
130 - 132 g/km
co2
0 - 163 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 L
Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1660 - 1710 kg
Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
Trunk capacity
370 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
4568 mm
Length
4350 - 4385 mm
Width
1840 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1613 mm
Height
1580 - 1585 mm
Max trunk capacity
1291 - 1312 L
Max trunk capacity
1300 L
Payload
440 - 455 kg
Payload
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
-
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
173 km/h
Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
Brand
Honda
Brand
Hyundai
What drivetrain options does the Honda ZR-V have?

The Honda ZR-V is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.