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Hyundai Kona vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (23,600 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Subaru BRZ?

Hyundai Kona vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

4.6 (10 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space
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Subaru BRZ

  • a bit more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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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:

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,420 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Kona uses 4.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.

BRZ

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 Subaru BRZ offers a bit more power – delivering 235 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 31 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru BRZ is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Kona delivers barely more torque with 265 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 15 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: Hyundai Kona offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is barely lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,370 kg. The difference is around 95 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers clearly more boot space – 466 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 229 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries moderately more – 490 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 86 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Kona holds a decisive 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
Subaru BRZ

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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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Subaru BRZ

The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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Hyundai Kona
Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
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Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
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Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Subaru
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