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Hyundai Kona vs VW Tayron comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (23,600 £ vs 40,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or VW Tayron?

Hyundai Kona vs VW Tayron: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

4.6 (11 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • markedly lighter
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VW Tayron

4.5 (7 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably 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.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Kona

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai Kona is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the VW Tayron costs 40,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,650 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tayron uses 1.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers considerably more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 387 km more than the VW Tayron.

Tayron

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 VW Tayron offers clearly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tayron is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tayron delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm more.

Kona

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is markedly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,682 kg. The difference is around 312 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tayron offers considerably more boot space – 885 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 419 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tayron carries a bit more – 573 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 83 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tayron 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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Tayron

VW Tayron

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plug-in Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.5 - 8.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range 116 - 123 km
Hyundai Kona
VW Tayron

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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VW Tayron

The VW Tayron combines a roomy, practical interior with a composed, comfortable ride that suits both daily commuting and longer journeys. With a restrained, modern design and a focus on straightforward tech and safety, it’s a sensible choice for buyers who want Volkswagen refinement without unnecessary flash.

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Hyundai Kona
VW Tayron

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
Price
40,200 - 56,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Electric Range
116 - 123 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
33 - 192 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
1,682 - 1,948 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
705 - 885 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,853 - 1,866 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
497 - 573 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plug-in Hybrid
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
VW
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