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Hyundai Kona vs Subaru Impreza comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 30,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Subaru Impreza?

Hyundai Kona vs Subaru Impreza: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

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  • visibly cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • markedly more trunk space

Subaru Impreza

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Kona

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai Kona is visibly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Subaru Impreza costs 30,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,165 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Kona uses 4.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru Impreza with 7.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.

Impreza

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 Hyundai Kona offers noticeably more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Kona is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.8 s, while the Subaru Impreza takes 10.6 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Subaru Impreza is somewhat faster – reaching 199 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 172 km/h. The difference is around 27 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Kona delivers markedly more torque with 265 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 83 Nm more.

Kona

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is somewhat lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,574 kg. The difference is around 204 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers markedly more boot space – 466 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 151 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Subaru Impreza offers barely more capacity – up to 1,314 L, about 14 L more than the Hyundai Kona.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Impreza carries very slightly more – 526 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 36 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 £23,100
Kona

Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 218 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 377 - 514 km
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Hyundai Kona

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 Subaru Impreza feels like a trusty companion built for everyday adventures, shrugging off bad weather and awkward parking with quiet competence. It won't win any style contests, but its sensible cabin, grippy manners, and honest driving character make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over flash.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
23,100 - 41,600 £
Price
30,200 - 32,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.3 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
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
166 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
1,574 - 1,599 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
4,355 - 4,385 mm
Length
4,490 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
1,580 mm
Height
1,515 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
Max trunk capacity
1,297 - 1,314 L
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
501 - 526 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
162 - 172 km/h
Max Speed
199 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

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

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

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