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Hyundai Kona vs Mitsubishi Outlander – Which car suits you better?

Two cars, one duel: Hyundai Kona meets Mitsubishi Outlander.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai Kona has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £, while the Mitsubishi Outlander costs 42800 £. That’s a price difference of around 19791 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mitsubishi Outlander manages with 0.80 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.60 L. The difference is about 3.80 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Hyundai Kona performs convincingly better – achieving up to 514 km, about 429 km more than the Mitsubishi Outlander.

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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 Mitsubishi Outlander has a noticeable edge – offering 306 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 88 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Kona is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.80 s, while the Mitsubishi Outlander takes 7.90 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Kona performs to a small extent better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Outlander tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

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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 significantly lighter – 1370 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 700 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mitsubishi Outlander offers slight more room – 495 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 29 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mitsubishi Outlander performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1404 L, which is about 104 L more than the Hyundai Kona.

When it comes to payload, Mitsubishi Outlander slightly takes the win – 595 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mitsubishi Outlander shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Mitsubishi Outlander

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.80 L
  • Electric Range : 83 - 85 km
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Hyundai Kona

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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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Mitsubishi Outlander

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The Mitsubishi Outlander is a sensible family SUV that blends roomy practicality with a calm, assured ride—ideal for school runs and weekend getaways. It won’t set pulses racing, but its tidy interior, straightforward equipment and low-stress ownership make it a smart, unfussy pick for buyers who prefer reliability over flash.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
23100 - 41600 £
Price
42800 - 51000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Electric Range
83 - 85 km
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
19 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L
Fuel tank capacity
53 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
Curb weight
2070 - 2120 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
495 L
Length
4350 - 4385 mm
Length
4719 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1862 mm
Height
1580 - 1585 mm
Height
1746 - 1750 mm
Max trunk capacity
1300 L
Max trunk capacity
1404 L
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
545 - 595 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Power HP
306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.90 s
Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
170 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Power kW
225 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
2360 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mitsubishi

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Is the Hyundai Kona offered with different drivetrains?

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

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