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Hyundai Kona vs Skoda Octavia Combi comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 25,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Skoda Octavia Combi?

Hyundai Kona vs Skoda Octavia Combi: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

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  • moderately cheaper

Skoda Octavia Combi

  • a bit more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space

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 is moderately cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Skoda Octavia Combi costs 25,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,520 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Octavia Combi uses 4.4 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

Octavia Combi

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 Octavia Combi offers a bit more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Combi is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.8 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Skoda Octavia Combi is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 172 km/h. The difference is around 78 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Octavia Combi delivers visibly more torque with 370 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 105 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Octavia Combi is marginally lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,370 kg. The difference is around 4 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers noticeably more boot space – 640 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 174 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers markedly more capacity – up to 1,700 L, about 400 L more than the Hyundai Kona.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Combi carries barely more – 534 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Octavia Combi 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 £25,600
Octavia Combi

Skoda Octavia Combi

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
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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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The Skoda Octavia Combi is the sensible family wagon that somehow turns grocery runs and long trips into a pleasant, unshowy experience — spacious, practical and built like it prefers reliability over flash. With smart touches, clever storage and a cabin that feels grown-up rather than frugal, it’s an easy recommendation for buyers who want maximum utility without sacrificing comfort or style.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
23,100 - 41,600 £
Price
25,600 - 42,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
48.4 - 65.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
113 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
4,355 - 4,385 mm
Length
4,698 - 4,709 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
1,580 mm
Height
1,455 - 1,468 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
471 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
162 - 172 km/h
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Skoda
Is the Hyundai Kona offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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