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Hyundai Kona vs Volvo EX60 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (23,600 £ vs 54,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Volvo EX60?

Hyundai Kona vs Volvo EX60: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

4.4 (7 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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Volvo EX60

  • significantly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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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 23,600 £ , while the Volvo EX60 costs 54,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,420 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai Kona is marginally more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 14.9 kWh/100km for the Volvo EX60. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX60 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 810 km, about 300 km more than the Hyundai Kona.

EX60

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EX60 offers significantly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 476 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX60 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX60 delivers significantly more torque with 790 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 525 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 substantially lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 2,189 kg. The difference is around 819 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo EX60 offers slightly more boot space – 523 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 57 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries barely more – 490 kg compared to 461 kg. That’s a difference of about 29 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX60 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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EX60

Volvo EX60

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 374 - 680 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 611 - 810 km
Hyundai Kona
Volvo EX60

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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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Volvo EX60

The Volvo EX60 is a stylish electric SUV that pairs Scandinavian minimalism with a high-quality, comfortable cabin and an intuitive infotainment experience. It delivers a composed, refined ride with advanced safety and driver-assist systems that make daily driving relaxed and confident.

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Hyundai Kona
Volvo EX60

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
Price
54,000 - 67,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Electric Range
611 - 810 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
2,189 - 2,405 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
523 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,899 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
455 - 461 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Power HP
374 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
480 - 790 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
275 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,026 - 2,027
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Volvo
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