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Hyundai Kona vs Mercedes V Class comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (23,600 £ vs 48,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Mercedes V Class?

Hyundai Kona vs Mercedes V Class: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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Mercedes V Class

  • moderately more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

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 is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,593 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Kona uses 4.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.

V Class

Engine and Performance:

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 V Class offers moderately more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 33 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes V Class is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes V Class delivers clearly 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.

Seats: Mercedes V Class offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is significantly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 2,192 kg. The difference is around 822 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes V Class carries considerably more – 908 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 418 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 £23,600
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 V 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 V Class

The V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on the school run.

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Hyundai Kona
Mercedes V Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
Price
48,200 - 83,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
187 - 232 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
6
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
636 - 908 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
370 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General

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