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Hyundai Kona vs Renault Trafic Transporter comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (23,600 £ vs 38,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Renault Trafic Transporter?

Hyundai Kona vs Renault Trafic Transporter: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

4.6 (10 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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Renault Trafic Transporter

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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 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.

Hyundai Kona is considerably cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Renault Trafic Transporter costs 38,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,526 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Kona uses 4.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Renault Trafic Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai Kona is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 21.2 kWh/100km for the Renault Trafic Transporter. That’s a difference of about 6.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers visibly more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 192 km more than the Renault Trafic Transporter.

Trafic Transporter

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 somewhat more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Kona is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.1 s, while the Renault Trafic Transporter takes 10.8 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Trafic Transporter delivers markedly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 115 Nm more.

Kona

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Renault Trafic Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is clearly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,848 kg. The difference is around 478 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Trafic Transporter carries significantly more – 1,222 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 732 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Kona stands well ahead of its rival 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 Trafic Transporter

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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 Trafic Transporter

The Renault Trafic is a practical, workhorse transporter that hides thoughtful cabin comfort behind a tough, utilitarian exterior, so you can tackle a busy week without sacrificing sanity. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want reliability and clever flexibility rather than flash, with just enough character to make daily hauling feel less like a chore.

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Hyundai Kona
Renault Trafic Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
Price
38,100 - 43,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Electric Range
240 - 318 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
0 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
1,848 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
899 - 1,222 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Power HP
122 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 - 13.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
245 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
90 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Renault
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