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Hyundai Kona vs Toyota Prius comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Toyota Prius?

Hyundai Kona vs Toyota Prius: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • somewhat lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Toyota Prius

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Kona

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai Kona is significantly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Toyota Prius costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,363 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers clearly more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 424 km more than the Toyota Prius.

Prius

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Prius offers very slightly more power – delivering 223 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 19 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Prius is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

Kona

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is somewhat lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,620 kg. The difference is around 250 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers visibly more boot space – 466 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 182 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries markedly more – 490 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Prius is decisively ahead 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 £39,400
Prius

Toyota Prius

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 72 - 86 km
Hyundai Kona
Toyota Prius

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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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Toyota Prius

The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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Hyundai Kona
Toyota Prius

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,100 - 41,900 £
Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
12 - 17 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
-
Length
4,599 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,782 mm
Height
-
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
365 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Power HP
223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
164 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Toyota
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