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Hyundai Kona vs Renault Espace - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (218 HP vs 200 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 37500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Renault Espace?

Hyundai Kona

5 (1 Reviews)
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Renault Espace

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Kona

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai Kona has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £ , while the Renault Espace costs 37500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14485 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Kona manages with 4.60 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Renault Espace with 4.90 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

Espace

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 Hyundai Kona has a barely noticeable edge – offering 218 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 18 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Kona is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.80 s, while the Renault Espace takes 8.80 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Kona performs somewhat better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Renault Espace tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 36 km/h.

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: Renault Espace offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Hyundai Kona is clearly perceptible lighter – 1370 kg compared to 1673 kg. The difference is around 303 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Espace offers evident more room – 692 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 226 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Espace performs clearly better – up to 2224 L, which is about 924 L more than the Hyundai Kona.

When it comes to payload, Renault Espace slightly takes the win – 581 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 91 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Hyundai Kona proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Hyundai Kona is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £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
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 16.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 377 - 514 km
Hyundai Kona
Renault Espace

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Hyundai Kona

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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Renault Espace

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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The Renault Espace is the sort of roomy, clever family cruiser that makes long journeys feel effortless, its interior prioritising comfort and practical thinking without drifting into blandness. It won't pretend to be a sports car, but its composed ride, smart packaging and a whisper of French flair make it a sensible and subtly stylish choice for buyers who value space and versatility.

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Hyundai Kona
Renault Espace

Costs and Consumption

Price
23100 - 41600 £
Price
37500 - 41400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
Consumption L/100km
4.90 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
Curb weight
1673 - 1783 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
Length
4350 - 4385 mm
Length
4746 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1830 mm
Height
1580 - 1585 mm
Height
1645 mm
Max trunk capacity
1300 L
Max trunk capacity
2054 - 2224 L
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
404 - 581 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Power HP
200 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.80 s
Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Power kW
147 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Renault
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.