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Hyundai Kona vs Mitsubishi Outlander comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (23,600 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Mitsubishi Outlander?

Hyundai Kona vs Mitsubishi Outlander: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

4.6 (10 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly lighter
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Mitsubishi Outlander

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly 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 23,600 £ , while the Mitsubishi Outlander costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,277 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Outlander uses 2.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers clearly more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 425 km more than the Mitsubishi Outlander.

Outlander

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mitsubishi Outlander offers visibly more power – delivering 306 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Outlander is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is clearly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 2,156 kg. The difference is around 786 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Outlander offers only slightly more boot space – 498 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 32 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mitsubishi Outlander carries only slightly more – 529 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Kona is clearly superior overall 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
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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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Reviews Hyundai Kona

4.6 (10 Reviews)
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Wendy
18 Jun 2026, 20:05:08

More space in the Kona, and I find the Opel confusing with an oddly high step-in.

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OLGA
12 Jun 2026, 00:41:55

I feel very safe driving the Kona. I’ve been driving since I was 24 and I’m 76. I’ve had many brands — BMW X3, BMW X5, Ford, Peugeot, Renault — all very good brands, but the Kona seduced me and I don’t want to change; it’s just that the 2026 version isn’t coming into Argentina.

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Paul Corkish
8 Jun 2026, 11:47:29

About to buy my new 3rd Kona (2nd N line Hybrid)

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Austin
21 May 2026, 19:30:33

Better fit for is 6'3" people

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TOTO
20 May 2026, 11:23:42

The Kona is an SUV that delivers, especially in terms of driving comfort. It's noticeably easier to get into and settle into as you get older. Less feisty than the MG4 but slightly more economical.

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Mitsubishi Outlander

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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Reviews Mitsubishi Outlander

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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Vinces
3 Jun 2026, 11:34:17

It's better to choose the modes yourself (electric/internal-combustion) than to let the car decide.
Plenty of storage, but small.
Good handling, reasonable fuel consumption off the highway, but penalizing on the highway.
Lots of annoying "driver-assistance" features, fortunately deactivatable, but you have to do it at every start.

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Mónica Tobón
8 May 2026, 17:25:26

Me gusta un carro más potente y la marca de fabricación Japonesa me gusta mucho

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Mark Joe
4 May 2026, 06:33:44

Best Outlander

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Mitsubishi Outlander

Costs and Consumption
Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
Price
42,800 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 2.7 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
83 - 85 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
60 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
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Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
2,156 - 2,232 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
498 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
453 - 529 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Power HP
306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
225 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
2,360 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mitsubishi
Is the Hyundai Kona offered with different drivetrains?

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

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