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Hyundai Kona vs Toyota Yaris – Which one offers the better deal?
Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Hyundai Kona or Toyota Yaris fits your lifestyle better.
Kona
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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.
Toyota Yaris has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21900 £, while the Hyundai Kona costs 23100 £. That’s a price difference of around 1200 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Yaris manages with 3.80 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.60 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.
Yaris
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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 Yaris has a distinct edge – offering 280 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 62 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Yaris is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.80 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Toyota Yaris performs slight better – reaching 230 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Toyota Yaris pulls distinct stronger with 390 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 125 Nm difference.
Kona
@ Hyundai Motor Company
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 curb weight, Toyota Yaris is clearly perceptible lighter – 1090 kg compared to 1370 kg. The difference is around 280 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers evident more room – 466 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 180 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Kona performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1300 L, which is about 365 L more than the Toyota Yaris.
When it comes to payload, Toyota Yaris slight takes the win – 525 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Toyota Yaris proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Toyota Yaris is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £21,900
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Toyota Yaris
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 Yaris
The Toyota Yaris is a sprightly city hatch that packs clever packaging, surprising comfort and fuel-sipping manners into a neat, easy-to-park package. It rewards sensible buyers with low running costs, friendly ergonomics and a forgiving drive, delivered with Japanese reliability and just enough personality to make errands feel a little less ordinary.
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Hyundai Kona
Toyota Yaris
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
23100 - 41600 £
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Price
21900 - 46700 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 9.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
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co2
87 - 215 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L
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Fuel tank capacity
36 - 50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
4 - 5
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Doors
5
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Doors
3 - 5
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Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
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Curb weight
1090 - 1356 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Trunk capacity
141 - 286 L
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Length
4350 - 4385 mm
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Length
3940 - 3995 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Width
1745 - 1805 mm
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Height
1580 - 1585 mm
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Height
1455 - 1500 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1300 L
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Max trunk capacity
935 L
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
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Payload
289 - 525 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 218 HP
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Power HP
116 - 280 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
175 - 230 km/h
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
390 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
85 - 160 kW
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Power kW
85 - 206 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1490 - 1618 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Toyota
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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.