Compare performance (218 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 32700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Mercedes A Class Saloon?
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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £ , while the Mercedes A Class Saloon costs 32700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9664 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A Class Saloon manages with 0.70 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.60 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona performs convincingly better – achieving up to 514 km, about 426 km more than the Mercedes A Class Saloon.
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 Mercedes A Class Saloon has a distinct edge – offering 320 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.80 s. That’s about 3 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A Class Saloon performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A Class Saloon pulls convincingly stronger with 450 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Hyundai Kona is minimal lighter – 1370 kg compared to 1450 kg. The difference is around 80 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers a bit more room – 466 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 71 L.
Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 490 kg.
The Mercedes A Class Saloon holds a decisive overall lead 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 Mercedes A‑Class Saloon blends compact practicality with premium flair, wrapping a surprisingly spacious interior in a slick, modern package that feels more grown-up than its hatchback sibling. It’s an ideal choice for city drivers who want Mercedes polish and cutting-edge tech without the ostentation of a larger saloon, and it even manages to make the daily commute feel a little bit special.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
23100 - 41600 £
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Price
32700 - 55900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
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Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 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
88 km
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
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co2
16 - 184 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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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
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
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Curb weight
1450 - 1705 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
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Length
4350 - 4385 mm
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Length
4558 - 4570 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Height
1580 - 1585 mm
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Height
1413 - 1429 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1300 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
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Payload
475 - 490 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, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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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
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 - 218 HP
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
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Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 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 - 160 kW
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.