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Hyundai Kona vs Land Rover Defender comparison
Compare performance (204 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (23,600 £ vs 57,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Land Rover Defender?
Hyundai Kona vs Land Rover Defender: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 significantly cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Land Rover Defender costs 57,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34,286 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Kona uses 4.6 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Land Rover Defender with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers substantially more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 462 km more than the Land Rover Defender.
Defender
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 Land Rover Defender offers considerably more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 431 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Defender is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Defender delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 485 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.
Seats: Land Rover Defender offers more seats – 8 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is clearly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 2,300 kg. The difference is around 930 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers significantly more boot space – 786 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 320 L.
When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Defender carries considerably more – 819 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 329 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Land Rover Defender is clearly superior overall 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.
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Land Rover Defender
Hyundai Kona
Land Rover Defender
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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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Land Rover Defender
The Land Rover Defender looks like it could shrug off a weekend of serious off-road abuse while still turning heads on the high street. Inside it balances practical, no-nonsense utility with enough creature comforts to make daily driving feel less like an expedition and more like a stylish commute—rugged charm with civilized manners.
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Hyundai Kona
Land Rover Defender
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
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Price
57,900 - 172,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
380 - 510 km
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Electric Range
48 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
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co2
135 - 324 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Seats
5
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Seats
2 - 8
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
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Curb weight
2,300 - 2,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,825 mm
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Width
2,008 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
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Payload
494 - 819 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 204 HP
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Power HP
200 - 635 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Power kW
85 - 150 kW
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Power kW
147 - 467 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,997 - 5,000 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Land Rover
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