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Hyundai Kona vs Toyota Urban Cruiser comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (23,600 £ vs 33,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Toyota Urban Cruiser?

Hyundai Kona vs Toyota Urban Cruiser: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

4.5 (8 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • visibly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Toyota Urban Cruiser

4 (1 Reviews)
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  • barely 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 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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Toyota Urban Cruiser costs 33,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,849 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai Kona is marginally more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 15.1 kWh/100km for the Toyota Urban Cruiser. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers moderately more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 84 km more than the Toyota Urban Cruiser.

Urban Cruiser

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 Hyundai Kona offers marginally more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Urban Cruiser is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Urban Cruiser delivers slightly more torque with 307 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 42 Nm more.

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 visibly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,839 kg. The difference is around 469 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers markedly more boot space – 466 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 156 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries slightly more – 490 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Kona 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.

from £23,600
Kona

Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.6 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 380 - 510 km
Hyundai Kona
Toyota Urban Cruiser

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Hyundai Kona

The Hyundai Kona is a compact crossover that pairs bold styling with practical everyday usability, offering a comfortable cabin and intuitive tech for modern drivers. Available in both conventional and electrified versions, Kona brings lively handling and strong value for buyers who want crossover versatility and standout character.

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Toyota Urban Cruiser

The Toyota Urban Cruiser is a compact SUV that offers a blend of style and practicality, making it well-suited for urban living. It captures attention with its bold design, while providing a high driving position that enhances visibility and control on city roads. Inside, the Urban Cruiser offers comfortable seating and a range of features that cater to both driver and passengers, emphasizing convenience and everyday usability.

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Hyundai Kona
Toyota Urban Cruiser

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
Price
33,400 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.1 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Electric Range
395 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
1,839 - 1,939 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
306 - 310 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
411 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Power HP
174 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 8.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
128 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Toyota
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