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Hyundai Kona vs VW Tiguan - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (218 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 33300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or VW Tiguan?
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 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10243 £.
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 electric range, the Hyundai Kona performs significantly better – achieving up to 514 km, about 388 km more than the VW Tiguan.
Tiguan
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.
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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 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 wins the race in the data check?
The VW Tiguan is far ahead 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.
Hyundai Kona
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VW Tiguan
Hyundai Kona
5 (1 Reviews)
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
4 (6 Reviews)
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
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
23100 - 41600 £
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Price
33300 - 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
210 - 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 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.