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Hyundai Kona vs Mercedes G-Class comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 605 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 106,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Mercedes G-Class?

Hyundai Kona vs Mercedes G-Class: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range
  • significantly lighter
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Mercedes G-Class

  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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 G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 83,533 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Kona uses 4.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes G-Class with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai Kona is substantially more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 28 kWh/100km for the Mercedes G-Class. That’s a difference of about 13.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 31 km more than the Mercedes G-Class.

G-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 G-Class offers substantially more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 401 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G-Class is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers significantly more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 899 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is significantly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 1,115 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G-Class offers visibly more boot space – 640 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 174 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G-Class carries markedly more – 715 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 225 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £23,100
Kona

Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 380 - 510 km
Hyundai Kona
Mercedes G-Class

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Hyundai Kona

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.

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Mercedes G-Class

The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.

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Hyundai Kona
Mercedes G-Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,100 - 41,900 £
Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Electric Range
479 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
0 - 336 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
115 - 715 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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