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Hyundai Kona vs Jeep Compass – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Hyundai Kona or Jeep Compass fits your lifestyle better.

Hyundai Kona

5 (1 Reviews)
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Jeep Compass

2 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Kona @ Hyundai Motor Company

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai Kona has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £, while the Jeep Compass costs 34200 £. That’s a price difference of around 11143 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Kona manages with 4.60 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Jeep Compass with 5.80 L. The difference is about 1.20 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Hyundai Kona: with 14.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the Jeep Compass with 17.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.90 kWh.

As for range, the Hyundai Kona performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 514 km, about 14 km more than the Jeep Compass.

Compass @ Jeep / Stellantis Media

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 Hyundai Kona has a barely noticeable edge – offering 218 HP compared to 213 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Kona is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 7.80 s, while the Jeep Compass takes 8.50 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Kona performs somewhat better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Jeep Compass tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 22 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Jeep Compass pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 345 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.

Kona @ Hyundai Motor Company

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 clearly perceptible lighter – 1370 kg compared to 1667 kg. The difference is around 297 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Jeep Compass offers somewhat more room – 550 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 84 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Jeep Compass performs somewhat better – up to 1561 L, which is about 261 L more than the Hyundai Kona.

Who wins the race?

The Hyundai Kona proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Hyundai Kona is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Hyundai Kona
Jeep Compass

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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

Hyundai Kona

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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Jeep Compass

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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
Kona @ Hyundai Motor Company
Compass @ Jeep / Stellantis Media

Costs and Consumption

Price
23100 - 41600 £
Price
34200 - 43200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 5.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17.50 kWh
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Electric Range
500 km
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
74 kWh
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
0 - 133 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
Curb weight
1667 - 2198 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
550 L
Length
4350 - 4385 mm
Length
4552 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1928 mm
Height
1580 - 1585 mm
Height
1675 mm
Max trunk capacity
1300 L
Max trunk capacity
1561 L
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Power HP
145 - 213 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 10.3 s
Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 188 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Power kW
107 - 157 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Jeep
Is the Hyundai Kona offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-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.

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