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Hyundai Kona vs VW Tiguan – Which one offers the better deal?
Two cars, one duel: Hyundai Kona meets VW Tiguan.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!
Kona
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Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Hyundai Kona has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £, while the VW Tiguan costs 32800 £. That’s a price difference of around 9728 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.60 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.
As for range, the Hyundai Kona performs significantly better – achieving up to 514 km, about 388 km more than the VW Tiguan.
Tiguan
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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 Tiguan has a to a small extent edge – offering 272 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.80 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs to a small extent better – reaching 242 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 32 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Tiguan pulls evident stronger with 400 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm difference.
Kona
@ Hyundai Motor Company
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 curb weight, Hyundai Kona is slightly lighter – 1370 kg compared to 1599 kg. The difference is around 229 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers clearly perceptible more room – 652 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 186 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan performs distinct better – up to 1650 L, which is about 350 L more than the Hyundai Kona.
When it comes to payload, VW Tiguan minimal takes the win – 533 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 kg.
Who comes out on top?
Overall, the VW Tiguan shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
from about £32,800
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VW Tiguan
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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VW Tiguan
The VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.
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Hyundai Kona
VW Tiguan
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
23100 - 41600 £
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Price
32800 - 51900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 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
118 - 126 km
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
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co2
32 - 190 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
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Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
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Length
4350 - 4385 mm
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Length
4539 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Width
1842 - 1859 mm
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Height
1580 - 1585 mm
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Height
1656 - 1658 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1300 L
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Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
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Payload
460 - 533 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 218 HP
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Power HP
130 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
198 - 242 km/h
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
220 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 160 kW
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Power kW
96 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 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
G, D, E, F, B
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
VW
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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.