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Hyundai Kona vs Jeep Compass comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Jeep Compass?

Hyundai Kona vs Jeep Compass: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

4.4 (5 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • marginally more electric range
  • markedly lighter
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Jeep Compass

2.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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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

Kona

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Jeep Compass costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,143 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jeep Compass uses 3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai Kona is moderately more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 17.5 kWh/100km for the Jeep Compass. That’s a difference of about 2.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers marginally more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 10 km more than the Jeep Compass.

Compass

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Jeep Compass offers marginally more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 21 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jeep Compass is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Compass delivers clearly more torque with 345 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

Kona

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 terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is markedly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,667 kg. The difference is around 297 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jeep Compass offers a bit more boot space – 550 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 84 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries very slightly more – 490 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jeep Compass holds a slight edge 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 £34,200
Compass

Jeep Compass

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 95 - 500 km
Hyundai Kona
Jeep Compass

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Jeep Compass

The Jeep Compass packs classic Jeep styling with a surprisingly composed demeanor, equally at home turning heads in the city or tackling a weekend dirt track. Inside it's a pragmatic, user-friendly compact SUV that prioritizes comfort and versatility — a smart pick if you want a dose of adventure without giving up everyday sense.

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Hyundai Kona
Jeep Compass

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,100 - 41,900 £
Price
34,200 - 43,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Electric Range
95 - 500 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
0 - 130 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
1,667 - 2,198 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
550 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
472 - 473 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,596 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Jeep
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