VS

Hyundai Kona vs Mercedes B Class comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 238 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 33100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Mercedes B Class?

Hyundai Kona vs Mercedes B Class: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

5 (1 Reviews)
rate
  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • slight lighter
  • barely noticeable more trunk space

Mercedes B Class

4.9 (5 Reviews)
rate
  • slight more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • a bit quicker from 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Kona

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Hyundai Kona has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £ , while the Mercedes B Class costs 33100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10072 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes B Class manages with 2.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.60 L. The difference is about 2.10 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona performs significantly better – achieving up to 514 km, about 431 km more than the Mercedes B Class.

B Class

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes B Class has a slight edge – offering 238 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes B Class is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.80 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes B Class performs distinct better – reaching 223 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 172 km/h. The difference is around 51 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes B Class pulls significantly stronger with 450 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm difference.

Kona

Space and Everyday Use:

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 slight lighter – 1370 kg compared to 1405 kg. The difference is around 35 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers barely noticeable more room – 466 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 11 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes B Class performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1440 L, which is about 140 L more than the Hyundai Kona.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes B Class to a small extent takes the win – 550 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Kona 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.

Hyundai Kona
Mercedes B Class

Costs and Consumption

View detailed analysis

Engine and Performance

View detailed analysis

Dimensions and Body

View detailed analysis
from about £23,100
Kona

Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 218 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 16.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 377 - 514 km

Hyundai Kona

5 (1 Reviews)
rate

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.

details

Mercedes B Class

4.9 (5 Reviews)
rate

The Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.

details
Hyundai Kona
Mercedes B Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
23100 - 41600 £
Price
33100 - 52500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Electric Range
83 km
Battery Capacity
48.4 - 65.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
56 - 156 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
35 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
MPV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
Curb weight
1405 - 1745 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
Length
4355 - 4385 mm
Length
4419 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1796 mm
Height
1580 mm
Height
1562 mm
Max trunk capacity
1300 L
Max trunk capacity
1440 L
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
505 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Power HP
116 - 238 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
Max Speed
162 - 172 km/h
Max Speed
223 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Power kW
85 - 175 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Hyundai Kona offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.