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Hyundai Kona vs Skoda Kodiaq - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (218 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Skoda Kodiaq?

Hyundai Kona

5 (1 Reviews)
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Skoda Kodiaq

5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Kona

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Hyundai Kona has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £ , while the Skoda Kodiaq costs 36800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13791 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Kodiaq manages with 1.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.60 L. The difference is about 3.10 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona performs decisively better – achieving up to 514 km, about 392 km more than the Skoda Kodiaq.

Kodiaq

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 Skoda Kodiaq has a a bit edge – offering 265 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kodiaq is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 6.30 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.80 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Kodiaq performs minimal better – reaching 231 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 21 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Kodiaq pulls distinct stronger with 400 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Hyundai Kona is distinct lighter – 1370 kg compared to 1684 kg. The difference is around 314 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers decisively more room – 910 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 444 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kodiaq performs clearly perceptible better – up to 2105 L, which is about 805 L more than the Hyundai Kona.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Kodiaq slightly takes the win – 563 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 73 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Skoda Kodiaq proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Kodiaq is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £36,800
Kodiaq

Skoda Kodiaq

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 8.2 L
  • Electric Range : 119 - 122 km
Hyundai Kona
Skoda Kodiaq

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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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Skoda Kodiaq

5 (2 Reviews)
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The Skoda Kodiaq blends sensible practicality with surprising style, so families and weekend adventurers get roomy comfort without looking like a moving van. It feels calm and composed on the road, packs clever storage and user-friendly tech, and manages to deliver a near-premium vibe without the pretension.

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Hyundai Kona
Skoda Kodiaq

Costs and Consumption

Price
23100 - 41600 £
Price
36800 - 49600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Electric Range
119 - 122 km
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
35 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
Curb weight
1684 - 1970 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
4350 - 4385 mm
Length
4758 - 4761 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1864 mm
Height
1580 - 1585 mm
Height
1663 - 1683 mm
Max trunk capacity
1300 L
Max trunk capacity
2105 L
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

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