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Hyundai Kona vs Nissan X-Trail comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 213 HP), boot space and price (23,600 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Nissan X-Trail?

Hyundai Kona vs Nissan X-Trail: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

4.5 (8 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • visibly lighter
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Nissan X-Trail

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • slightly 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 clearly cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Nissan X-Trail costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,586 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Kona uses 4.6 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Nissan X-Trail with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

X-Trail

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 Nissan X-Trail offers marginally more power – delivering 213 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 9 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan X-Trail is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan X-Trail delivers clearly more torque with 525 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 260 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: Nissan X-Trail offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is visibly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,668 kg. The difference is around 298 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan X-Trail offers visibly more boot space – 585 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 119 L.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan X-Trail carries moderately more – 574 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 84 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Kona is far ahead 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
Hyundai Kona
Nissan X-Trail

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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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Nissan X-Trail

The Nissan X-Trail is a roomy, no-nonsense family SUV that mixes sensible practicality with a quietly modern look, making it an easy choice for busy lives and weekend escapes. It drives with calm confidence, delivers a comfortable ride and sensible tech, and won’t demand drama while doing the everyday heavy lifting.

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Hyundai Kona
Nissan X-Trail

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
Price
34,200 - 50,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.9 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
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
131 - 161 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 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
1,668 - 1,961 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
177 - 585 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,840 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
432 - 574 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Power HP
163 - 213 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
300 - 525 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
120 - 157 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Nissan
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