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Hyundai Kona vs Polestar 3 - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (218 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 67400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Polestar 3?
Kona
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 Polestar 3 costs 67400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 44305 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Hyundai Kona: with 14.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s noticeable more efficient than the Polestar 3 with 17.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3 kWh.
As for electric range, the Polestar 3 performs evident better – achieving up to 706 km, about 192 km more than the Hyundai Kona.
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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 Polestar 3 has a significantly edge – offering 517 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 299 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.80 s. That’s about 3.10 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 210 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 3 pulls convincingly stronger with 910 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 645 Nm difference.
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Kona
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Hyundai Kona is decisively lighter – 1370 kg compared to 2575 kg. The difference is around 1205 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Polestar 3 offers slight more room – 484 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Polestar 3 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1411 L, which is about 111 L more than the Hyundai Kona.
When it comes to payload, Polestar 3 barely noticeable takes the win – 496 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Polestar 3 proves to be slightly ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Polestar 3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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Hyundai Kona
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Hyundai Kona
5 (1 Reviews)
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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Polestar 3
Polestar 3 arrives as a Scandinavian-styled electric SUV that marries minimalist design with a statuesque presence, looking smarter than most in the car park. Inside, the cabin feels airy and thoughtful, with tech and driving manners that lean toward composed comfort rather than outright drama — perfect for buyers who want electric prestige without shouting about it.
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Hyundai Kona
Polestar 3
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
23100 - 41600 £
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Price
67400 - 79000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
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Electric Range
567 - 706 km
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
107 kWh
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
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Curb weight
2575 - 2584 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Trunk capacity
484 L
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Length
4350 - 4385 mm
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Length
4900 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Width
1935 mm
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Height
1580 - 1585 mm
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Height
1614 - 1618 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1300 L
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Max trunk capacity
1411 L
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
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Payload
285 - 496 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 218 HP
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Power HP
299 - 517 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
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Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
490 - 910 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
85 - 160 kW
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Power kW
220 - 380 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Polestar
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Is the Hyundai Kona offered with different drivetrains?
Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.