Compare performance (204 HP vs 1,251 HP), boot space and price (23,600 £ vs 72,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Lucid Air?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Hyundai Kona is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 49,286 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Lucid Air is somewhat more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 14.6 kWh/100km for the Hyundai Kona. That’s a difference of about 1.6 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Lucid Air offers substantially more range – reaching up to 882 km, about 372 km more than the Hyundai Kona.
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 Lucid Air offers significantly more power – delivering 1,251 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 1,047 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lucid Air is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 6.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers significantly more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 1,675 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is considerably lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 700 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lucid Air offers noticeably more boot space – 627 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 161 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lucid Air carries somewhat more – 588 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 98 kg.
The Lucid Air is far ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe Lucid Air feels like a hand-built electric limousine from the future, wrapping whisper-quiet performance and luxury in a sleek, aerodynamic shell. For buyers who want cutting-edge tech, sumptuous comfort and a quietly confident status symbol, it’s a compelling choice that makes EV ownership feel genuinely premium without shouting about it.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
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Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
380 - 510 km
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Electric Range
694 - 882 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
0 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
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
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Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Trunk capacity
627 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
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Width
1,825 mm
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Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,409 mm
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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
430 - 588 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manual, 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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 204 HP
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Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
85 - 150 kW
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Power kW
325 - 920 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Lucid
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