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Hyundai Kona vs Mercedes A Class comparison
Compare performance (204 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Mercedes A Class?
Hyundai Kona vs Mercedes A Class: 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 considerably cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Mercedes A Class costs 32,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,511 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers considerably more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 425 km more than the Mercedes A Class.
A Class
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 Mercedes A Class offers significantly more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 217 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class delivers considerably more torque with 500 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 235 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 only slightly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,440 kg. The difference is around 70 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers visibly more boot space – 466 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 116 L.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries only slightly more – 490 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes A Class 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.
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Mercedes A Class
Hyundai Kona
Mercedes A Class
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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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Mercedes A Class
The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.
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Hyundai Kona
Mercedes A Class
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
23,100 - 41,900 £
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Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 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
85 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
53 - 205 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
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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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
1,440 - 1,695 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,825 mm
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Width
1,796 - 1,850 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
450 - 485 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 MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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 - 204 HP
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Power HP
116 - 421 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 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
200 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 150 kW
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 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
D, E, B, G
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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