Compare performance (218 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 28300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Lexus LBX?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Hyundai Kona has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £ , while the Lexus LBX costs 28300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5220 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus LBX manages with 4.50 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.60 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.
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 evident edge – offering 218 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Kona is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.80 s, while the Lexus LBX takes 9.20 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Kona performs somewhat better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Lexus LBX tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Kona pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 265 Nm compared to 185 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Lexus LBX is hardly perceptible lighter – 1280 kg compared to 1370 kg. The difference is around 90 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers noticeable more room – 466 L compared to 332 L. That’s a difference of about 134 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Kona performs distinct better – up to 1300 L, which is about 306 L more than the Lexus LBX.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai Kona hardly perceptible takes the win – 490 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.
Overall, the Hyundai Kona shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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.
detailsThe Lexus LBX wraps premium touches and a surprisingly spacious cabin into a compact crossover that’s perfectly at home in town or heading out on longer drives. It wears the badge with quiet confidence, serving up a refined ride and clever packaging for buyers who want Lexus polish without shouting for attention.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
23100 - 41600 £
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Price
28300 - 40000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
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co2
102 - 110 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L
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Fuel tank capacity
36 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
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Curb weight
1280 - 1365 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Trunk capacity
255 - 332 L
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Length
4350 - 4385 mm
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Length
4190 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1580 - 1585 mm
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Height
1560 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1300 L
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Max trunk capacity
992 - 994 L
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 218 HP
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Power HP
136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 - 9.6 s
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Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
185 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
85 - 160 kW
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Power kW
100 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1490 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Lexus
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.