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Hyundai Kona vs Jeep Grand Cherokee comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 380 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 85,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Hyundai Kona vs Jeep Grand Cherokee: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

4.3 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • significantly lighter
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Jeep Grand Cherokee

  • substantially more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat 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:

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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Jeep Grand Cherokee costs 85,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 62,571 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jeep Grand Cherokee uses 2.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers considerably more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 465 km more than the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Grand Cherokee

Engine and Performance:

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 Jeep Grand Cherokee offers substantially more power – delivering 380 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 176 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Grand Cherokee delivers substantially more torque with 637 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 372 Nm more.

Kona

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is significantly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 1,064 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jeep Grand Cherokee offers somewhat more boot space – 520 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 54 L.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Grand Cherokee carries noticeably more – 641 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 151 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £23,100
Kona

Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 380 - 510 km
Hyundai Kona
Jeep Grand Cherokee

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Hyundai Kona

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 Grand Cherokee

The Jeep Grand Cherokee wears its trail-ready roots proudly while wrapping them in a surprisingly civilized and upscale package, so it can tackle rough tracks and the school run with the same swagger. Inside, plush materials and intuitive tech make it a comfortable place to spend time, giving buyers a practical yet characterful SUV that doesn’t take itself too seriously.

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Hyundai Kona
Jeep Grand Cherokee

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,100 - 41,900 £
Price
85,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Electric Range
45 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
65 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
2,434 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,968 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Power HP
380 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
637 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
280 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Jeep
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