Compare performance (218 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Tesla Model Y?
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 23,100 £ , while the Tesla Model Y costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,220 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Tesla Model Y is slightly more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 14.6 kWh/100km for the Hyundai Kona. That’s a difference of about 1.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Tesla Model Y offers markedly more range – reaching up to 657 km, about 143 km more than the Hyundai Kona.
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 Y offers clearly 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 Y is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.8 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Tesla Model Y is a bit faster – reaching 201 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 172 km/h. The difference is around 29 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model Y delivers clearly more torque with 660 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 395 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is significantly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 583 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers significantly more boot space – 822 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 356 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model Y offers markedly more capacity – up to 2,138 L, about 838 L more than the Hyundai Kona.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries very slightly more – 490 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.
The Tesla Model Y is far ahead overall 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.
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.
detailsThe Tesla Model Y blends SUV practicality with sports-car poke, wrapping a roomy, minimalist cabin and handy hatch into a slick, aerodynamic package that feels more Silicon Valley gadget than garage ornament. It’s an ideal pick for buyers who want effortless electric driving, regular software improvements and access to Tesla’s convenient charging network, though style-conscious shoppers should know it’s more about tech and efficiency than classic luxury.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
23,100 - 41,600 £
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Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
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Electric Range
534 - 657 km
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Battery Capacity
48.4 - 65.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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 - 7
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
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Curb weight
1,953 - 2,108 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Trunk capacity
822 L
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Length
4,355 - 4,385 mm
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Length
4,790 - 4,797 mm
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Width
1,825 mm
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Width
1,920 - 1,921 mm
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Height
1,580 mm
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Height
1,621 - 1,624 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
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Max trunk capacity
2,118 - 2,138 L
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
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Payload
435 - 472 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 218 HP
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Power HP
299 - 460 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
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Max Speed
162 - 172 km/h
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Max Speed
201 km/h
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
420 - 660 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
85 - 160 kW
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Power kW
220 - 338 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Tesla
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