Compare performance (218 HP vs 129 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 23600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Suzuki Vitara?
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 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £ , while the Suzuki Vitara costs 23600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 514 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Kona manages with 4.60 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Suzuki Vitara with 5 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.
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 Hyundai Kona has a decisively edge – offering 218 HP compared to 129 HP. That’s roughly 89 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Kona is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 7.80 s, while the Suzuki Vitara takes 9.50 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Kona performs slight better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Suzuki Vitara tops out at 190 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Kona pulls to a small extent stronger with 265 Nm compared to 235 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.
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, Suzuki Vitara is slight lighter – 1255 kg compared to 1370 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers slightly more room – 466 L compared to 375 L. That’s a difference of about 91 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Kona performs slightly better – up to 1300 L, which is about 180 L more than the Suzuki Vitara.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai Kona to a small extent takes the win – 490 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.
The Hyundai Kona proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Hyundai Kona is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
23100 - 41600 £
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Price
23600 - 30900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
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co2
113 - 138 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L
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Fuel tank capacity
47 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
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Curb weight
1255 - 1395 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Trunk capacity
289 - 375 L
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Length
4350 - 4385 mm
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Length
4185 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Width
1775 mm
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Height
1580 - 1585 mm
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Height
1595 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1300 L
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Max trunk capacity
1046 - 1120 L
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
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Payload
375 - 400 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 218 HP
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Power HP
110 - 129 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 12.7 s
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Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
235 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 160 kW
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Power kW
81 - 95 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1373 - 1462 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Suzuki
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.