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Hyundai Kona vs Polestar 4 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (23,600 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Polestar 4?

Hyundai Kona vs Polestar 4: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

4.4 (7 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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Polestar 4

4.8 (11 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • slightly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit 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:

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

Hyundai Kona is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,486 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai Kona is noticeably more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the Polestar 4. That’s a difference of about 3.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers slightly more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 110 km more than the Hyundai Kona.

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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 Polestar 4 offers considerably more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 340 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 4 delivers significantly more torque with 686 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 421 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is considerably lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 860 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 4 offers a bit more boot space – 526 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries marginally more – 490 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 4 is decisively ahead 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.

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Polestar 4

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 590 - 620 km
Hyundai Kona
Polestar 4

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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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Polestar 4

The Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.

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Hyundai Kona
Polestar 4

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
0 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
-
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
526 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,825 mm
Width
2,008 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Polestar
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