Compare performance (218 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 30800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Mazda MX-30?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Hyundai Kona has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £ , while the Mazda MX-30 costs 30800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7791 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Hyundai Kona: with 14.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s noticeable more efficient than the Mazda MX-30 with 18.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.70 kWh.
As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona performs convincingly better – achieving up to 514 km, about 429 km more than the Mazda MX-30.
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 Hyundai Kona has a evident edge – offering 218 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 48 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 Mazda MX-30 takes 9.10 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Kona performs evident better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Mazda MX-30 tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
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 evident lighter – 1370 kg compared to 1849 kg. The difference is around 479 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers evident more room – 466 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 116 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Kona performs to a small extent better – up to 1300 L, which is about 145 L more than the Mazda MX-30.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai Kona slightly takes the win – 490 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 88 kg.
The Hyundai Kona is decisively ahead 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 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 Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
23100 - 41600 £
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Price
30800 - 37100 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.30 kWh
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
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Electric Range
85 km
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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
22 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L
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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
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
1849 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
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Length
4350 - 4385 mm
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Length
4395 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Height
1580 - 1585 mm
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Height
1555 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1300 L
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Max trunk capacity
1137 - 1155 L
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
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Payload
402 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Plugin 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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 218 HP
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Power HP
170 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.10 s
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Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
85 - 160 kW
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Power kW
125 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
830 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
B
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Mazda
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.