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Hyundai Kona vs Tesla Model Y - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (218 HP vs 627 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 34300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Tesla Model Y?

Hyundai Kona

5 (1 Reviews)
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Tesla Model Y

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Kona @ Hyundai Motor Company

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai Kona has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £, while the Tesla Model Y costs 34300 £. That’s a price difference of around 11220 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Tesla Model Y: with 13.10 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 14.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.50 kWh.

As for range, the Tesla Model Y performs somewhat better – achieving up to 622 km, about 108 km more than the Hyundai Kona.

Model Y @ Tesla, Inc.

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 Y has a decisively edge – offering 627 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 409 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.80 s. That’s about 4.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model Y performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Tesla Model Y pulls clearly stronger with 493 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 228 Nm difference.

Kona @ Hyundai Motor Company

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Hyundai Kona is clearly lighter – 1370 kg compared to 1976 kg. The difference is around 606 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers significantly more room – 822 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 356 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model Y performs evident better – up to 2138 L, which is about 838 L more than the Hyundai Kona.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Kona minimal takes the win – 490 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Tesla Model Y proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Tesla Model Y is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £34,300
Model Y @ Tesla, Inc.

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 627 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.1 - 16.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 534 - 622 km
Hyundai Kona
Tesla Model Y

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Hyundai Kona

5 (1 Reviews)
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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 Y

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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The 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.

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Hyundai Kona
Tesla Model Y
Kona @ Hyundai Motor Company
Model Y @ Tesla, Inc.

Costs and Consumption

Price
23100 - 41600 £
Price
34300 - 53100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 - 16.2 kWh
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Electric Range
534 - 622 km
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 85 kWh
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
Curb weight
1976 - 2108 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
822 L
Length
4350 - 4385 mm
Length
4790 - 4797 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1921 mm
Height
1580 - 1585 mm
Height
1611 - 1624 mm
Max trunk capacity
1300 L
Max trunk capacity
2022 - 2138 L
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
440 - 472 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
299 - 627 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
201 - 250 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
420 - 493 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Power kW
220 - 461 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Tesla
Is the Hyundai Kona offered with different drivetrains?

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

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.