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Hyundai Kona vs Tesla Model 3 comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Tesla Model 3?

Hyundai Kona vs Tesla Model 3: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • markedly lighter

Tesla Model 3

3.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 visibly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Tesla Model 3 costs 31,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,648 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Tesla Model 3 is somewhat more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 14.6 kWh/100km for the Hyundai Kona. That’s a difference of about 1.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model 3 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 750 km, about 236 km more than the Hyundai Kona.

Model 3

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 Tesla Model 3 offers substantially more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 242 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.1 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.8 s. That’s about 4.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Tesla Model 3 is clearly faster – reaching 262 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 172 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model 3 delivers clearly more torque with 660 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 395 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 markedly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,772 kg. The difference is around 402 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers noticeably more boot space – 594 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 128 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries visibly more – 490 kg compared to 377 kg. That’s a difference of about 113 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model 3 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 £31,700
Model 3

Tesla Model 3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 283 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 16.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 750 km
Hyundai Kona
Tesla Model 3

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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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Tesla Model 3

The Tesla Model 3 slices through daily commuting with a silent, confident shove that makes petrolheads reassess their life choices, while its minimalist cabin feels more like a slick gadget gallery than a traditional car interior. For buyers after a fuss-free, tech-forward electric with plenty of grin factor and low running drama, it’s hard to beat—just don't be surprised when the car updates itself overnight.

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Hyundai Kona
Tesla Model 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,100 - 41,600 £
Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Electric Range
534 - 750 km
Battery Capacity
48.4 - 65.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
83 kWh
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
1,772 - 1,929 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
594 L
Length
4,355 - 4,385 mm
Length
4,724 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,580 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
303 - 377 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
162 - 172 km/h
Max Speed
262 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Tesla
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