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Hyundai Kona vs Volvo EX40 comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Volvo EX40?

Hyundai Kona vs Volvo EX40: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

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  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • clearly lighter
  • a bit more trunk space

Volvo EX40

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  • significantly more power
  • a bit more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Volvo EX40 costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,791 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai Kona is a bit more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 16.6 kWh/100km for the Volvo EX40. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX40 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 576 km, about 62 km more than the Hyundai Kona.

EX40

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 Volvo EX40 offers significantly more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 224 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX40 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.8 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Volvo EX40 is barely faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 172 km/h. The difference is around 8 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX40 delivers considerably more torque with 670 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 405 Nm more.

Kona

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is clearly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 670 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers a bit more boot space – 466 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 56 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Volvo EX40 offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,400 L, about 100 L more than the Hyundai Kona.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries very slightly more – 490 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX40 is clearly superior 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.

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EX40

Volvo EX40

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 238 - 442 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.6 - 17.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 480 - 576 km
Hyundai Kona
Volvo EX40

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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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Volvo EX40

The Volvo EX40 wraps Scandinavian calm and clever practicality into a compact electric package that feels both premium and refreshingly uncomplicated. It's the grown-up answer to flashier rivals — a safe, comfy, and city-friendly EV with thoughtful tech that makes everyday driving quietly satisfying.

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Hyundai Kona
Volvo EX40

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,100 - 41,600 £
Price
42,800 - 58,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Electric Range
480 - 576 km
Battery Capacity
48.4 - 65.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,170 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
4,355 - 4,385 mm
Length
4,440 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
1,580 mm
Height
1,647 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
Max trunk capacity
1,400 L
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
430 - 480 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
162 - 172 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Volvo
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