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Hyundai Kona vs VW ID.4 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (218 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 34600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or VW ID.4?

Hyundai Kona

5 (1 Reviews)
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VW ID.4

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £ , while the VW ID.4 costs 34600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11515 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Hyundai Kona: with 14.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the VW ID.4 with 15.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh.

As for electric range, the VW ID.4 performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 569 km, about 55 km more than the Hyundai Kona.

ID.4

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 VW ID.4 has a noticeable edge – offering 340 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.4 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.80 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Kona performs somewhat better – reaching 210 km/h, while the VW ID.4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.4 pulls clearly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 414 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Hyundai Kona is clearly lighter – 1370 kg compared to 1975 kg. The difference is around 605 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.4 offers somewhat more room – 543 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 77 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.4 performs somewhat better – up to 1575 L, which is about 275 L more than the Hyundai Kona.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.4 a bit takes the win – 551 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 61 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.4 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.

Hyundai Kona
VW ID.4

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ID.4

VW ID.4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 17 kWh
  • Electric Range : 356 - 569 km

Hyundai Kona

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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VW ID.4

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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The VW ID.4 is a calm, roomy electric SUV that turns everyday driving into a quietly confident experience, its practical packaging and smooth manners tailored perfectly for family life. Volkswagen's solid build and intuitive interior tech mean you get electric practicality without the sci‑fi theatrics, making the ID.4 a sensible, surprisingly likable choice for most buyers.

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Hyundai Kona
VW ID.4

Costs and Consumption

Price
23100 - 41600 £
Price
34600 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Electric Range
356 - 569 km
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 77 kWh
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
Curb weight
1975 - 2248 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
543 L
Length
4350 - 4385 mm
Length
4582 - 4584 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1580 - 1585 mm
Height
1619 - 1634 mm
Max trunk capacity
1300 L
Max trunk capacity
1575 L
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
515 - 551 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
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
VW
Is the Hyundai Kona offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.