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Hyundai Kona vs Peugeot 208 comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 21,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Peugeot 208?

Hyundai Kona vs Peugeot 208: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

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  • noticeably more power
  • somewhat more electric range
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space

Peugeot 208

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  • very slightly cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • only slightly more efficient
  • a bit lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Peugeot 208 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the Hyundai Kona costs 23,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,075 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 208 uses 4.5 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 208 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 14.6 kWh/100km for the Hyundai Kona. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 514 km, about 82 km more than the Peugeot 208.

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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 Hyundai Kona offers noticeably more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 62 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Kona is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.8 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 208 is somewhat faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 172 km/h. The difference is around 28 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 208 delivers marginally more torque with 270 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 5 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 208 is a bit lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,370 kg. The difference is around 205 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers clearly more boot space – 466 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 114 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Kona offers slightly more capacity – up to 1,300 L, about 137 L more than the Peugeot 208.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries slightly more – 490 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 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 £23,100
Kona

Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 218 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 377 - 514 km
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Hyundai Kona

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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The Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.

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Labbe
21 Dec 2025, 15:16:45

Fuel consumption stated in the article — misleading. In town, on the highway, at least 7 L/100 km.

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Peugeot 208

Costs and Consumption
Price
23,100 - 41,600 £
Price
21,000 - 35,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Electric Range
362 - 432 km
Battery Capacity
48.4 - 65.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
0 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Length
4,355 - 4,385 mm
Length
4,055 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,745 mm
Height
1,580 mm
Height
1,430 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
Max trunk capacity
1,118 - 1,163 L
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
380 - 430 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
162 - 172 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Peugeot
Is the Hyundai Kona offered with different drivetrains?

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

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