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Hyundai Kona vs Renault Scénic comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (23,600 £ vs 34,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Renault Scénic?

Hyundai Kona vs Renault Scénic: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

4.5 (8 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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Renault Scénic

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • a bit more electric range
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai Kona is considerably cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Renault Scénic costs 34,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,057 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai Kona is a bit more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 16.6 kWh/100km for the Renault Scénic. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Renault Scénic offers a bit more range – reaching up to 598 km, about 88 km more than the Hyundai Kona.

Scénic

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 Renault Scénic offers marginally more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Scénic is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Scénic delivers a bit more torque with 300 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 35 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, Hyundai Kona is noticeably lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,822 kg. The difference is around 452 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Scénic offers slightly more boot space – 545 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 79 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Scénic carries only slightly more – 518 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 28 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Kona holds a narrow overall lead 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
Renault Scénic

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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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Renault Scénic

The Renault Scenic is a practical and comfortable family car that prioritises interior flexibility and everyday usability. With a composed ride and clever storage solutions, it suits buyers who want a versatile, easy-to-live-with vehicle for family duties and daily driving.

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Hyundai Kona
Renault Scénic

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
Price
34,600 - 44,000 £
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
16.6 - 17.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Electric Range
420 - 598 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
1,822 - 1,927 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
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Length
4,470 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Height
-
Height
1,571 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,670 L
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
514 - 518 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Power HP
170 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
150 - 170 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
280 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
125 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

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